Seven things to do and see in Bahrain as Formula 1 races at night
Bahrain was the first F1 race to be held in the Middle East back in 2004, starting out as a day race but is now a night race.
The small island country and archipelagos allow you to explore the desert as well as the sea.
Here, Travel News Blitz explores seven things to do and see in Bahrain.
Al-Fateh Grand Mosque
This white, concrete mosque has a huge 54-tonne dome constructed entirely of fibreglass, flooring made of Italian marble, a chandelier from Austria, doors made of teak from India and Kufic calligraphy throughout the mosque (a mesh of cultures to create a beautiful site).
It also holds the library of Ahmed Al-Fateh Islamic Center that has approximately 7,000 books, with some as old as 100 years or more, such as copies of the books of the teachings of Muhammad (the books of Hadith), the Global Arabic Encyclopedia and Al-Azhar journals (from Egypt).
Karting
If you want to do some racing yourself the Bahrain International Karting Circuit is located near the F1 circuit, and is one of the world’s top karting facilities.
This 1.414km circuit with 14 turns can be enjoyed by die-hard racers and beginners alike, even the F1 drivers are known to have a spin around the track.
Royal Camel Farm
This farm is open every day from sunrise to sunset, with free entry and free parking on-site, making it an affordable site to visit just outside the city where visitors can taste the animals' milk and feed the babies.
The camels with chains are males (the reason for the chains is to prevent them from killing each other to mate with the females) and female camels can be seen inside the pens where they are free to roam.
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Watch the Bahrain Grand Prix
Formula 1 races at Bahrain International Circuit, from April 11 to 13, as the fourth round of the 2025 F1 season with its 15 turns for 57 laps, with some wind and changing temperatures.
To escape the heat you can book tickets for the Dome Grandstand Seating located along the main straight with comfortable seating, complimentary lunch dishes, lite bites, two drink tickets for beverages of your choice at the cocktail bar, live performances by DJs and more between track sessions.
Bab el-Bahrain Souk
At this market you can pick up almost anything here, from souvenirs to gold jewellery as it is bustling with traders selling everything from traditional Arabic carpets and lamps, to vibrant fabric shops hung with exquisitely embroidered garments.
Soak up the atmosphere from one of the traditional cafes lining the labyrinthine streets and see the marking of the main entrance to the souq which is the Bab Al-Bahrain or ‘Gateway of Bahrain’.
Qal'at al-Bahrain
Also known as Bahrain Fort or Portuguese Fort, this is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important historical forts and archaeological sites in the Arabian Gulf region.
This incredibly well-preserved fort, built over 500 years ago by the Portuguese, is surrounded by date palms and a landscape largely unchanged for 2,000 years.
Al Dar Islands
These islands host several stunning resorts and is a 10 minute boat ride away from Sitra, Fisherman’s Port, with the resorts offering jet skiing, snorkeling, kayaking and other water sports (as well as fishing trips and dolphin watching).
You can either spend a day in one of five exclusive chalets that benefit from being completely separate from the vibrant southern end of the resort (need to be booked prior to visiting) or beach huts that come in various sizes and are on a first come, first serve basis.
Summary
In Bahrain, there is a mix of ancient and modern architecture, with amazing historical sites to visit alongside the sporting aspect from motorsports to watersports to enjoy.
Don’t forget to pack appropriately for the weather, with temperatures ranging from 22°C to 31°C in April, with its arid climate as the landscape is largely a desert.
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