Souk Al-Mubarakiya
Souk Al-Mubarakiya
4.5
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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4.5
913 reviews
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Very good
304
Average
66
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LolaGo1
Washington DC, DC6,407 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
This was the last place my hired driver took me. Walked around a little bit before deciding where to lunch. Paid 2.25 KD for a delicious dish made of baked chicken leg and Biryani rice. Fruits were very cheap too, paid 1 KD for several oranges, a bunch of grapes and several bananas.
Almost anything can be purchased here: clothings, spices, fruits, fish, jewelries, vegetables, etc. Tnere are also several restaurants along the main road and inside the souq. Several money exchages were also noted here.
Almost anything can be purchased here: clothings, spices, fruits, fish, jewelries, vegetables, etc. Tnere are also several restaurants along the main road and inside the souq. Several money exchages were also noted here.
Written 7 November 2023
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Alexander
93 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
Great marked, lovely atmosphere and prices. Definitely worth a visit and gives a local feeling and vibe.
Written 1 August 2023
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Fatima M
Manama, Bahrain135 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
After souks of UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman I can safely say this is the best souk I've been to. I didnt quite get the hang of it, but every alley leads you to more shops and they even have shops underground. Great prices and overall great place
Must try freej suwailah restaurant
Shamim grills
Must try freej suwailah restaurant
Shamim grills
Written 13 May 2023
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Dhamen
Doha, Qatar65 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
It's a must visit place in Kuwait city as it includes lots of heritage shops clothes spices perfumes and lots more....love it
Written 6 May 2023
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Haytham Abu Firas
Qatar14,379 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
A chain of shops, restaurants, cafes, stalls and yards that families can spend a day easily in walk, talk, sit and dine in. Many Souqs connected to each other like fish market, vegetable market, dates, perfumes, souvenirs and others. But mainly it’s a restaurants and small kiosks. Don’t miss Al Shamam restaurant Kebab.
Written 24 April 2023
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Gatien f
4 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
I have been there after a day of work and bought some stuff (kid's watch, dates, shoes) assuming that it was good price but when I went back to the Mall close to my hotel in Salmiya, by curiosity I checked the price and the Souk was about 2 times the price and what you can find in a Supermarket. I didn't expect Kuwait was like Morocco where you have to negotiate every single you want to by.
Written 16 March 2023
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Lester
Bristol, UK9 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
A more modern Souk than you might expect. Very spacious and everything you might want to buy. A very courteous environment, with no hassle or pressure. Exceptionally clean, and plenty of places to eat.
Written 14 February 2023
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tsareviews
Cape Town Central, South Africa641 contributions
Dec 2021 • Solo
I lost myself in this market. Walked away with some really great items; one of which was a Persian handmade carpet, and a few choice items. I hope South Africans who go to this market enjoy the vast amounts of boutique shops that include antiques, antiquities, art and crafts and great food vendors.
You will love bringing all these home.
You will love bringing all these home.
Written 26 December 2021
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NAQ8
Kuwait City, Kuwait2,598 contributions
Mar 2021 • Friends
Traditional market built early 1920 , originally for merchants to gather meet & trade goods with local merchants. Expanded & modernise over the years but still maintaining its original decor .
Popular for locals & tourists, restaurants & shops offering variety of traditional food & products .
Must visit spot in Kuwait . No entering fees, paid parking available. Highly recommended. Enjoy NK
Popular for locals & tourists, restaurants & shops offering variety of traditional food & products .
Must visit spot in Kuwait . No entering fees, paid parking available. Highly recommended. Enjoy NK
Written 14 July 2021
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edlesch
Kuwait City, Kuwait352 contributions
Jun 2021 • Solo
The Souk was a great cultural and shopping experience. There is both an inside (temperature controled) and outside section. I went on a Saturday afternoon and there was plenty of parking . There is a mixture of things to shop for from fruits, meat, fish, to local affairs like clothes, perfumes, and herbs.
Written 13 June 2021
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Hwazin
3 contributions
Do they accept credit cards
Eddie Ferns
Lisbon, Portugal76 contributions
No taxis in Kuwait do not have that system of paying by credit cards. It is only by cash.
cammomile2006
Manama, Bahrain13 contributions
does the taxi available ?
Ashraf A Al Qattan
Kuwait City, Kuwait393 contributions
Yes
Is there any shop turkish please?
Ashraf A Al Qattan
Kuwait City, Kuwait393 contributions
I don’t think so.
It’s purely traditional Kuwaiti shops.
Drkwood
Ridgetop, TN18 contributions
Is it best to bring KD to shop or can I use credit cards?
flarealtili
Sao Paulo, SP11 contributions
Im so so so sorry for the delay. I used both, but good if u have some money on you. With cash, you can negociate better. And THEY LOVE TO NEGOCIATE.
Can we do any brand promotions in the souq?
isultan2011
Alexandria, Egypt19 contributions
yes you can but you should contact the souk management
118pieterr
Johannesburg, South Africa
What time does the market open and close? Is it open every day?
Nouraq8
Farwaniya, Kuwait19 contributions
Some restaurants open for breakfast from early morning, and some stay until midnight , the shops open from 10 to 10
Lindsay54
Baltimore, MD41 contributions
Is it open during the day during Ramadan?
07travelguru07
World71 contributions
Better to go in late evening 8:00pm onwards
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Frequently Asked Questions about Souk Al-Mubarakiya
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Souk Al-Mubarakiya:
- Kuwait City Private Guided Tour for Group up to 6 Persons (From ₹ 17,922.64)
- Kuwait City Traditional Local Food Tour by Kuwaiti Guide (From ₹ 20,006.67)
- Kuwait City Half Day Private Tour by Licensed Kuwaiti Guide (From ₹ 6,252.08)
- Kuwait Full-day Guided Private Tour with pickup and Dropoff (From ₹ 14,171.39)
- Kuwait City Private Guided Tour for Group up to 4 Persons (From ₹ 11,253.75)
- Hotels near Souk Al-Mubarakiya:
- (2.12 km) Millennium Central Kuwait Downtown Hotel
- (1.72 km) Four Points by Sheraton Kuwait
- (0.99 km) Grand Majestic Hotel Kuwait
- (2.05 km) ibis Sharq Kuwait
- (1.75 km) Sheraton Kuwait, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kuwait City
- Restaurants near Souk Al-Mubarakiya:
- (0.13 km) Dalak Suhail
- (0.10 km) Greenland Veg Restaurant
- (0.15 km) Sunny Side Up Restaurant And Bar
- (0.18 km) Freej Suwaileh Restaurant
- (0.24 km) 12 Chutneys
- Attractions near Souk Al-Mubarakiya:
- (0.09 km) Old Kuwaiti Souq Market
- (0.15 km) Beit Ahmad
- (0.08 km) Sheikh Mubarak Kiosk
- (0.18 km) Minstries Complex
- (0.18 km) Ibn Abass Mosque