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Private full-day guided tour of Kuwait City for couples

4.9· 17 reviews6 hoursFrom INR 25387
Private full-day guided tour of Kuwait City for couples — Luxury & private things to do in Kuwait City

Six hours with a private guide exploring Kuwait City's history, culture, and main attractions tailored to your interests.

This private guided tour lasts six hours, focusing on the historical and cultural evolution of Kuwait City. As you explore the capital, your guide will share insights into each landmark's origin and significance in contemporary society.

You can choose from a selection of attractions based on your interests. Expect to see the most notable sites in the city centre, as the guide engages you with stories that connect Kuwait’s past to its present. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for an enjoyable experience as you move through the city's highlights.

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What's included in this experience?+
• Guide who is knowledgeable about the area • Bottled water provided • Private car for transportation
What's NOT included?+
• Entrance fees where applicable • Meals
What should I know before booking?+
• Access for wheelchair users is available • Infants and toddlers can be accommodated in a pram or stroller • Service animals are permitted • Transportation methods are accessible for wheelchairs • All locations and surfaces can be navigated by wheelchair • Appropriate for individuals of all physical fitness levels • Booking is limited to a maximum of 2 individuals. The overall duration of the tour is 6 hours, which includes travel time to and from the hotel as well as between points of interest.
What's the cancellation policy?+
To receive a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours prior to the planned departure time.
What's the itinerary?+
• Kuwait Towers consists of three slender towers symbolizing Kuwait's economic revival and serving as a cultural and tourist landmark. The singular term "Kuwait Tower" is often used, although there are three distinct towers. Inaugurated in 1979 and situated on a promontory by the Arabian Gulf, they are considered an iconic structure of modern Kuwait. • Al-Mubarakiya is one of the oldest souqs in Kuwait and was a major trading center before oil was discovered. Visitors can spend time exploring this market, finding reasonable deals on heritage items like Persian silk carpets, authentic Arab antiques, perfumes such as musk and oud, and traditional garb. The souq is suitable for shopping, dining, or sightseeing, featuring shops selling dates, honey, spices, sweets, vegetables, fruits, meat, and fish, as well as accessories and precious jewelry. The market also contains two mini museums: Sheikh Mubarak Kiosk and Kuwait's first Islamic pharmacy, which have free admission. • The Seif Palace is a notable site for both local citizens and tourists as the residence of the royal family. However, it is rarely utilized by the Monarch or government since the Emir's household prefers to reside in Bayan Palace, which serves as the official Emir's residence where official engagements occur. The Seif Palace is mainly used for special events and celebrations, yet it draws thousands of visitors annually. • Sadu House is a traditional Kuwaiti residence constructed in 1936. In the 1980s, it became a center for weaving and textiles. Following restoration in 2006, it continues to play a cultural role in introducing and preserving the weaving heritage from Kuwait’s rural areas to the urban setting. • The Historical American Hospital building, over 150 years old, has been transformed into an Islamic Cultural Center. This cultural hub showcases remarkable galleries containing selected pieces from the world-renowned Al Sabah Collection, which were previously in the National Museum prior to the Iraqi invasion. With explanatory labels in both English and Arabic, along with expert videos and notable sculptures and archaeological artifacts from the region, it presents a smaller-scale version of the National Museum. • The Kuwait National Assembly Building serves as the legislative seat where the National Assembly of Kuwait convenes. • Grand Mosque is the largest and official mosque in Kuwait, where all formal religious observances occur. Locally known as ‘Al-Masjid Al-Kabir’, it covers an area of 46,000 square meters (490,000 sq ft) with the building itself covering 20,000 square meters (220,000 sq ft). Renowned for its Islamic architectural style, the mosque took seven years to complete, beginning in 1979 and concluding in 1986 at a cost of about KD 14 million. It attracts significant attendance for prayers, especially during the last ten days of Ramadan. • The Kuwait National Museum, located between Seif Palace and the National Assembly along Arabian Gulf Street, is a testament to Kuwait's rich heritage. Designed by French architect Michel Ecochard, this historical museum showcases past Kuwaiti life, daily activities, as well as the country's trading history and traditions. • In addition to being a fish market, this market includes an array of other goods. It is located by the seaside near Kuwait Towers. • The Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre (JACC), often referred to as the Kuwait Opera House, stands as the largest cultural and operatic venue in the Middle East and is part of the Kuwait National Cultural District. • The Liberation Tower ranks as the second tallest tower in Kuwait and the fifth tallest telecommunications tower worldwide. As a symbol of Kuwait’s Liberation, it marks the country's comeback after the Gulf War. Inaugurated by the late Amir Sheikh Jabel Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on March 10, 1996, this tower stands at 372 meters tall, surpassing the height of the Eiffel Tower by 40 meters. • Be

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