Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Kuwait City travel guide

Kuwait City Tourism | Kuwait City Guide

You're Going to Love Kuwait City

With a population of 60,064, Kuwait City is the largest city in Al Kuwayt, Kuwait by the number of inhabitants. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kuwait City has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Kuwait City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sintoho (Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait At Burj Alshaya) and Li Beirut (13008 Al Soor Street) are great picks.

When to visit Kuwait City

Kuwait City in December
Estimated hotel price
£58
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kuwait City in December
Estimated hotel price
£58
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kuwait City

Plane

When flying to Kuwait City, you’ll arrive at Kuwait City (KWI), which is located 16 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kuwait City from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 6h 20m.

Plane

When flying to Kuwait City, you’ll arrive at Kuwait City (KWI), which is located 16 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kuwait City from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 6h 20m.

Airports near Kuwait City

KWIKuwait City

Airlines serving Kuwait City

KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,393 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,777 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,581 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,445 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,247 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,006 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (310 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (222 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (426 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (687 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,835 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (404 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (618 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (642 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,960 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (235 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kuwait City

From 5-star hotels such as the Radisson Blu Hotel, Kuwait to great affordable options like the ibis Sharq, Kuwait City offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £71 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £180 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kuwait City

Most booked hotels in Kuwait City

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Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait At Burj Alshaya
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£270+
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The Regency Hotel Kuwait
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£203+
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Marina Hotel Kuwait
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£156+
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Best Western Plus Salmiya
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£51+
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Jumeirah Messilah Beach Kuwait
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£230+
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Millennium Hotel & Convention Centre Kuwait
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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Hiring a car in Kuwait City

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs £26 per day, on average, or £104 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% more expensive than at Kuwait City.

Expect to pay £0.26 per litre in Kuwait City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £3.04 and £4.05. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kuwait City, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs £26 per day, on average, or £104 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% more expensive than at Kuwait City.

Expect to pay £0.26 per litre in Kuwait City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £3.04 and £4.05. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kuwait City, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.

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