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4 Jan — 11 Jan1
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Kuwait climate

The summers are characterised by high humidity and temperatures that can reach past 38 degrees. The weather cools to around 21 degrees in the winter. Heavy rainfall and strong winds are a feature between December and February.

Getting around Kuwait

The Kuwait Public Transport Company is owned by the government and provides good bus services throughout the country. Car-rental companies and taxis complement the public transport system.

What is good to know if travelling to Kuwait?

  • The Liberation Tower, named after the multinational force that freed Kuwait, is, at 372 metres (1,220 feet), the tallest structure in the Middle East. Its construction was interrupted by the first Gulf War and it was opened officially in 1996. There is a revolving observation level and a restaurant at 150 metres high. Kuwait Towers, in the east of the city, also has a revolving observation deck and a restaurant.
  • The old dhows at Dhow Harbour were used for fishing and pearl diving. The Fateh-El-Kheir, built in 1938, the oldest surviving dhow, is docked at the Scientific Centre.
  • The central city souk is composed of the remains of 20 different interconnecting souks such as the Souk Al-Hareem. There are also souks in Fahaheel and Jahra. The fish souks display catches from the Arabian Gulf. The main ones are on Arabian Gulf Street.
  • The National Museum is made up of four buildings and a planetarium. It was looted and burnt during the invasion, but 90 per cent of the artifacts have been returned. The Dar Al-Athar Al-Islamiyyah (House of Islamic Antiquities) has one of the world’s finest collections of Islamic art, spanning the 8th-18th century. The Tareq Rajab Museum has collections of books, ceramics, jewellery, manuscripts and metal work.
  • The Grand Mosque, across from the Seif Palace, is the largest mosque (45,000 square metres) in Kuwait. Apart from the massive building, there is a large garden and a courtyard.
  • Al-Qurain House, near the Qurain housing area, is now a monument to those who lost their lives fighting the Iraqi army in 1991. There is a mounted Iraqi tank at the Jahra Gate roundabout at the end of Fahd Al-Salem Street and beside the entrance of the Ministry of Information in Soor Street, there is a walk-through exhibition of scenes from the Iraqi occupation.

  • When is the best time to fly to Kuwait?

    Peak Season: The summer months are peak season for flights to Kuwait, but spring is also very popular with tourists due to the Hala festival – a cultural and entertainment extravaganza – which takes place in February. Ramadan takes place during the ninth month of the Islamic Calendar and the other main religious festival, Eid, the festival of breaking the fast, occurs directly after it. Off Season: Winter is rainy but not cold.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kuwait if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kuwait on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kuwait?

    Kuwait City is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kuwait. One-way flights to Kuwait City typically cost HK$602, while return flights cost around HK$1,490.

  • How much is a return flight to Kuwait?

    A return flight to Kuwait will typically cost around HK$132, however they can be found for as little as HK$117.

  • Does Kuwait City have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kuwait City can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kuwait City?

    Yes. Kuwait City has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Safir Airport Hotel is the closest property to Kuwait City (1.6 km away from Kuwait City).

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