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How to Get Around by Public Transportation

Getting around Kuwait? Navigating the city is easier with public transportation. The Kuwait Public Transport Company (KPTC) and CityBus run buses in and around Kuwait City.

A flat 250 fils fare is applicable for trips in the city. Thus KPTC bus and CityBus run on the same routes. City Bus maintains an up-to-date list of routes on their website, which is privately owned. KPTC is a modern public transport system run by the government. Buses are definitely a good option if you want to save money while roaming around the city.

Tips

Apps/Convenient Cards
1. Mytripnavi Offline map & travel guide
  https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blogspot.metromapoffline.kuwaitbuskptccitybusroute
2. Find maps of other cities https://mytripnavi.com/maps/all/

Travel guide maps

Kuwait International Airport

Departure and Arrival Flights
1. Departure flight information https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/flights-info/flight-status/departures/
2. Arriving flights https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/flights-info/flight-status/arrivals/
3. Airlines and terminals https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/traveller-info/departure-procedures/check-in-zones/ https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/flights-info/airlines-and-flights/airline-directory/ https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/flights-info/airlines-and-flights/
Transit guide-Connecting flights
Getting to the Airport https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/from-and-to-the-airport/transport/airport-taxies-and-buses/
Airport map & apps https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/from-and-to-the-airport/directions/terminal-maps/
Transfer between terminals
Shop, Dine, Relax and do more
1. Dining https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/shopping-and-relax/dine/restaurants-and-cafes/
2. Shop https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/shopping-and-relax/shop/shops/
3. Duty Free/Tax Free https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/shopping-and-relax/shop/kuwait-duty-free/
4. Promotions
Facilities and Services
1. VIP services
2. Lounges, hotels and spas https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/shopping-and-relax/relax/airport-hotels/
3. Taxi https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/from-and-to-the-airport/transport/airport-limousine/
4. Rideshare and Rental Car https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/from-and-to-the-airport/transport/car-services/
5. Parking
6. Baggage Claim/Damage/Lost https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/contact-us/contact-details/
7. Priority Lane/ Fast Track
8. Pick up and Drop Off
9. Lost and Found https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/facility-and-services/services/lost-and-found/
10. Banking, Currency Exchange, ATM https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/facility-and-services/facility/banks/ https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/facility-and-services/facility/currency-exchange/
11. Health Services
12. Traveling with Kids
13. Traveling with Pets/Animals
14. Prayer room
15. Other Services/Accessibility https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/facility-and-services/facility/
16. Useful links/contacts https://www.kuwaitairport.gov.kw/en/traveller-info/

Other Experiences

Foods you must try

Famous foods top 5

Machboos: Machboos is a traditional dish made of rice, meat (usually chicken or lamb), and a blend of spices including saffron, cinnamon, and cardamom. It is often served with a side of yogurt or salad.
Mandi: Mandi is a dish that originated in Yemen but is popular in Kuwait. It consists of slow-cooked meat (usually lamb or chicken) and rice, flavored with a variety of spices including cumin and coriander.
Thareed: Thareed is a traditional Arabian dish made with bread, meat (usually lamb or chicken), and a tomato-based sauce. It is often served during Ramadan and other special occasions.
Harees: Harees is a porridge-like dish made with wheat, meat (usually lamb), and spices. It is a popular dish during Ramadan and other special occasions.
Shakshouka: Shakshouka is a dish made with eggs cooked in a tomato-based sauce with onions, peppers, and spices. It is popular in many Middle Eastern countries, including Kuwait.

Famous Sweets

Gers ogaily: Gers ogaily is a sweet pastry made with dates, flour, and butter. It is a popular dessert in Kuwait and can be found in many bakeries and coffee shops.
Luqaimat: Luqaimat is a sweet fried dumpling made with flour, yeast, and sugar. It is often served with a syrup made with honey and saffron.
Balaleet: Balaleet is a sweet vermicelli pudding made with sugar, rose water, and saffron. It is often served for breakfast or as a dessert.

Famous Drinks

Famous Snacks

Famous Fruits

Food trivia

لذيذ Laziz means “It’s delicious”

Other famous foods

Biryani: Biryani is a rice dish made with meat (usually chicken or lamb), spices, and sometimes vegetables. It is popular in many countries, including Kuwait.
Kebabs