The Al-Qurain Martyrs Museum is a profoundly moving and sobering historical site, preserving the original house that was the scene of a brutal, day-long battle during the 1991 Iraqi occupation. The building itself is the primary exhibit, left in a semi-destroyed state with visible bullet holes and structural damage. It commemorates the resistance fighters of the Al-Messilah Group who chose to fight rather than surrender. A guided tour is highly recommended to fully understand the narratives of sacrifice and resilience, making it an essential visit for those seeking to comprehend a pivotal moment in modern Kuwaiti history.

An ensemble of backyards became a heaven for creative expression in Dresden's Neustadt ("new town"). Each courtyard of the district explores a different theme through various form of art, and the quarter is peppered with small boutiques and galleries. Most eye-catching is the odd-looking cascade of pipes and funnels running down the blue house, which plays music as rain water runs through it.

The Al Hashemi Marine Museum is a unique tribute to Kuwait's seafaring heritage, centred around the monumental Al-Hashemi-II. Recognised by the Guinness World Records as the largest wooden dhow ever built, this colossal, land-based ship is the museum's primary exhibit. While the vessel itself now serves as a banquet hall, its sheer scale offers a powerful impression of traditional shipbuilding. The surrounding museum complex displays intricate dhow models and maritime artefacts, creating a compelling destination for understanding the nation's deep-rooted connection to the sea.

Right in the centre, this Romanesque palace was Verona’s city hall for centuries. Inside, there’s a small modern art museum and the impressive staircase in the courtyard. The highlight, though, is the Lamberti Tower—climb it (or take the lift) for one of the best views over the city.