Best things to do in Hawalli

Hawalli's Essential Experiences

Hawalli serves as a primary hub for commerce and education in Kuwait, centered around the coastal Salmiya district. The area features the Scientific Center, which houses one of the largest aquariums in the Middle East, and the Al-Hashemi-II, the world’s largest wooden dhow. Cultural history is preserved at the Tariq Rajab Museum through its extensive Islamic art collection. Major retail destinations include the circular 360 Mall and the waterfront Marina Mall, while Messilah Beach provides access to the Persian Gulf coastline.

Hawalli's Essential Experiences — Map

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The Scientific Center Kuwait

The Scientific Center of Kuwait, located in Salmiya, Kuwait, serves as a center for environmental education in the Persian Gulf region.

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Al-Hashemi-II (Ship)

Al-Hashemi-II is the largest dhow ever built, and is one of the largest wooden ships in the world today.

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Tariq Rajab Museum

The Tareq Rajab Museum is located in Kuwait and houses an extensive collection of artefacts accumulated over a fifty-year period commencing…

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Kuwait Aquarium

Located within the Scientific Center, this facility showcases three distinct ecosystems: the desert, the coastal edge, and the marine depths of the Persian Gulf, featuring sharks, rays, and local sea life.

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Hawally Park

An amusement park featuring a variety of outdoor rides, arcade games, and entertainment facilities located in the central Hawally district.

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City Centre

A large commercial complex in Salmiya known for its extensive range of retail shops, grocery outlets, and affordable household goods.

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360 Mall

A circular-shaped luxury shopping destination featuring the Rafa Nadal Tennis Academy, high-end international brands, and a multi-screen cinema complex.

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A major waterfront shopping center connected by a glass bridge across Arabian Gulf Street, featuring a marina, international retailers, and several cafes.

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Boulevard Salmiya Mall

A mixed-use development that combines retail stores with extensive parkland, walking tracks, and artificial lakes.

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Beirut complex

A multi-story shopping center in Hawally specializing in fashion, electronics, and household items.

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Mjm arjan albd

A beachfront commercial complex in the Al Bidaa area known for its diverse selection of restaurants and cafes overlooking the Persian Gulf.

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Shaty almsylt

A public beach area along the southern coast of Hawalli, offering views of the Persian Gulf and space for seaside walking.