SurThings to do

Things to do in Sur

  1. A

    Zaki Restaurant

    Located between Roundabouts 3 and 4, next to the BP petrol station, this place serves the best rotisserie chickens in town, complete with Arabic bread, chopped salad and tasty dhal. If the road-side location doesn't appeal, then ask for a ‘take-away' and park at one of the picnic shelters near the Sur Beach Hotel.

    reviewed

  2. B

    Turkish Sheep Restaurant

    Between Roundabouts 3 and 4, this popular venue offers sizzling kebabs, marinated in the chef's best spices, reputedly from Ottoman origin, and naughty triple-decker fruit juices. If these aren't hitting the spot, then the fresh-baked baklavas right next door from the Lebanese sweet shop surely will.

    reviewed

  3. C

    Bawadi al-Aija Coffeeshop and Restaurant

    From the outdoor seating area of Bawadi al-Aija Coffeeshop and Restaurant , it is fun to watch the residents of Sur amble along the brightly lit shops of Sur's liveliest street over a cup of mint tea or a mixed fruit juice.

    reviewed

  4. D

    Al-Wafi Plaza

    You can't miss the Al-Wafi Plaza cinema complex, next to the Friday market, as it is a tall, new building decorated with lights. It screens some films in English (though most are in Hindi) and is a nonsmoking establishment.

    reviewed

  5. E

    New Souq

    In the adjacent New Souq look out for Al-Haramain Perfumes. The elaborate bottles alone are temptation enough to enter the shop, and being daubed in exotic musk and ambergris is one of Arabia's great experiences.

    reviewed

  6. F

    Walad Awashah Trading

    For camping equipment, try Walad Awashah Trading , next to the musical instrument shop. It has tents for rent and for purchase and an assortment of camping gear.

    reviewed

  7. G

    Arabian Sea Restaurant

    On the ground floor of the Sur Hotel (the entrance faces the other side of the block), this is a popular and lively local restaurant. It serves tasty bean dishes and kebabs.

    reviewed

  8. H

    Al-Dan Musical Instruments

    Near to the livestock, fruit and vegetable souqs, Al-Dan Musical Instruments has some beautifully crafted wooden ouds on sale.

    reviewed

  9. I

    Ladies' Souq

    In the Ladies' Souq there are many textile shops, some selling braided ankle parts for women's trousers.

    reviewed