Kuwait

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As a Gulf oil-money city, Kuwait has a glamorous skyline. Most visitors come for business or a layover rather than tourism, and summer heat is quite intense.

Currency: KWD

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Average temperature by month

Based on Kuwait City · 5-year average

15° Jan

16° Feb

20° Mar

26° Apr

32° May

37° Jun

39° Jul

38° Aug

35° Sep

29° Oct

22° Nov

17° Dec

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Kuwait City

The capital of Kuwait, a central hub home to government buildings, corporate headquarters, and financial institutions. It's a great place to explore the cityscape, including the landmark Kuwait Towers.

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Top sights in Kuwait

Views & landmarks

Al Hamra Tower

Al Hamra Tower is a skyscraper in Kuwait City and the tallest building in Kuwait. Rising prominently in the heart of the downtown skyline, it is regarded as a landmark.

Attraction

Kuwait Towers

The Kuwait Towers are three concrete towers of differing heights in Kuwait City, one of which has an observation deck that rotates every 30 minutes to offer sweeping views of the city and sea. They double as a unique structure that also supplies water and electricity.

Temples & religious sites

Grand Mosque

Located in Kuwait City, this is Kuwait's largest mosque. Its vast prayer hall and grand interior, illuminated by natural light from 144 windows, are the main attraction.

Views & landmarks

Arraya Tower

A skyscraper in Kuwait City, the second-tallest building after Al Hamra Tower. It's a landmark that offers a great view of the city skyline.

Nature

Kuwait Bay

Kuwait Bay is the inlet where Kuwait City is located, forming the innermost part of the Persian Gulf. It's a great place to take in both the city skyline and the coastline.

Shopping & districts

Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh

One of Kuwait's oldest and busiest districts, located in Farwaniya Governorate next to the international airport. Migrants from countries such as India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh live here, creating a lively street scene.

Nature

Umm an Namil Island

Umm an Namil Island is a small island in Kuwait Bay, just 600 meters from the mainland at its closest point. It's a great spot to enjoy island scenery close to the city.