Shopping 

There are several large shopping malls in Bahrain, including:  Bahrain City Centre, Seef Mall and Al A’ali Mall, all in the Seef area close to Manama; Bahrain Mall and Dana Mall in the Sanabis area close to Manama; Moda mall close to Financial Harbour; Sitra Mall; Ramli Mall; and Country Mall on the Budaiya Highway, Enma mall, Oasis mall in Riffa - amongst others.

City Centre Mall and Seef Mall are the most extensive shopping centres, with numerous international stores and brands, including Pottery Barn, Marks and Spencer, Debenhams, Lakeland, H&M, Zara, Mango, Gap, Next, Coast, Mothercare, ELC, and many more.  They also have large food courts and restaurant areas, along with cinemas and entertainment areas.  Most malls open at 10am, and stay open until 10pm or even later.

There are also several markets, known as souqs, in Bahrain.  The largest is Manama souq, located in the small streets and alleys behind Bab al Bahrain, close to the Trade Centre and Financial Harbour.  The souq sellers trade in a myriad of different products, including material, traditional dresses, souvenirs, toys, spices, and many fake goods such as handbags and watches.  It is expected for you to barter the price down on any item.