City: Doha
Top Things to do in Doha
Top 10 Things to do in Doha, Qatar
The shining jewel of Qatar, Doha is a multicultural city, home to most of the country's population as well as expatriate communities from a range of origins. Shopping abounds in the city's plentiful malls, while the Corniche impresses visitors with picturesque architecture and dazzling views of the harbor. Doha boasts myriad cultural facilities, including the futuristic Education City and the National Museum. Having hosted the 2006 Asian Games, the city is home to many sports complexes as well.
Restaurants in Doha
1. Qatar National Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 222 reviews
Reviewed By DaniSan - Doha, Qatar
The Qatar National Library is a must to visit if you are into great architecture and books, Education City itself is a great area to visit in Doha. The library has an enormous selection of books and allows residents to borrow them, with the pandemic they have an online appointment system and you can also request books online just for pick up, great place, beautiful building, and a great location.
2. National Museum of Qatar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 509 reviews
The immersive and experiential National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) tells the story of Qatar and its people from earliest times to today, bringing to life the peninsula’s natural history, giving voice to Qatar’s rich heritage and culture, and expressing a vibrant community’s aspirations for the future. The new museum embraces, as its centrepiece, the restored historic Palace of Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani (1880-1957), son of the founder of modern Qatar: a building that in former times was both the home of the Royal Family and the seat of government and was subsequently the site of the original National Museum. Jean Nouvel’s new building incorporates the Palace while seamlessly integrating innovative artworks commissioned from Qatari and international artists, rare and precious objects, documentary materials, and interactive learning opportunities.
Reviewed By saronic - Zurich, Switzerland
The rich country of Qatar has spent its money also regarding culture and art in an admirable way. The Museum of Islamic Art and the National Museum are incredible buildings alone worth looking at for its architecture. The National Museum, opened in 2019, was designed by the famous French architect Jean Nouvel, who crafted the museum after a desert rose, a crystal found in the desert here around. To get here there is a free shuttle bus, which every half hour connects five museums. For me it was too complicated and I didn't use it. Entrance fee is QR 50, but there is a Museum Pass for 3 museums within 3 days for 100 QAR. There is a screening at the entrance. Inside there are information boards in Arabic, English and Braille. Photography is allowed. There are also several educative play areas for children and videos screened onto the wall depicting scenes connected to the objects shown. In every respect a very up-to-date, modern museum. The exhibits - or more often just explanations - in the museum start from the early nature and its wildlife to the first humans, who were shifting between desert and coast, where pearl gathering had become the main income until the early 20th century, until oil and gas was discovered here, making Qatar the richest country per capita in the world. The Qatari Diplomatic Crisis of 2017 is not left out as a theme in the museum.
3. The Corniche
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,935 reviews
Reviewed By ajayhalul123 - Lisbon, Portugal
Great place well maintained good place for a jog or long walk they have well maintained place Here u also find costa coffee in between Good place for family outing too
4. State Grand Mosque
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 401 reviews
Reviewed By malikawais143 - Karachi, Pakistan
Imam Muhammad Bin Abdul Wahab Mosque also called National/ State Grand mosque of Qatar, located in Al Muhandissen street Doha. IMPORTANT TO KNOW:- If you find the location of Grand Mosque of Doha from Google they will take you to other Mosque name "Al Shouyoukh Mosque" which is located near Souq Waqif. So if you want to visit Grand Mosque always search "Imam Muhammad Bin Abdul Wahab Mosque" than you will get the right location. The distance of National Mosque is 3.7 km from West Bay and 8.1 km from Old Doha/ Souq Waqif. The Mosque was opened in 2011, having 90 domes and 1 Minaret with total capacity of 30,000 peoples. The National Mosque is the largest Mosque of Qatar. This is one of the beautiful Mosque i have ever seen with eye catching architecture that have several entrance gates for gents, ladies, disabled person and have large parking area. The best time to visit Mosque is Evening or blue hours to enjoy the lighting of the mosque. The security persons will allow you only to take pictures from mobile they won't allow you to take pictures with Professional Camera (DSLR) without prior approval from qatar authorities that was very disappointed for me because i walked too long just to take pictures with my camera. Muslims and non-Muslims both can visit the Mosque any time with proper dress code, ladies must wear Abaya and cover their heads. If you take a taxi to the mosque either you can ask driver to wait for you or you can walk around 300 to 500 meters to reach at Main street from where you can get another taxi. If you are in Qatar must visit this place.
5. Souq Waqif
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,709 reviews
Reviewed By Praneet1206 - Doha, Qatar
A wonderful and unique experience in the lanes of souq.. traditional market, calm & locals...everything there is differnet with people cumg from all walks of life...
6. Villaggio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,131 reviews
Reviewed By Peachytravellers - Gold Coast, Australia
Villaggio is an amazing shopping mall...! It has beautiful high painted ceilings like in Europe, an ice rink, kids amusement park and a very cool canel though out the middle, just like Venice! A must see one of a kind shopping centre! #doha #qatar #villaggio #villaggiodoha #exploring #peachytravellers #travelreviewers
7. Museum of Islamic Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,330 reviews
Set in the MIA Park on the Doha waterfront, the museum building stands out as an architectural gem. Once inside, you will see masterpieces of Islamic art, including metalwork, ceramics, jewellery, woodwork, textiles and glass, collected from three continents and dating from the 7th to the 19th century. Entry to the museum is FREE.
Reviewed By renatog275 - Reykjavik, Iceland
Amazing architecture, brilliant views from the terraces and patios, a very interesting exhibition and art collection, a nice coffee shop with panoramic views on the ground floor. Accommodating and friendly staff.
8. Aspire Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,068 reviews
Reviewed By MarkosLt85 - Doha, Qatar
the aspire park answer to all level and categories of peoples needs, good for family children play safely and freely, for sport's people addict can enjoy the running track. bike riders have a large and specific track to enjoy all the park round
9. Katara Cultural Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,579 reviews
Reviewed By Saraazy
I was here for the Ajyal Youth Film Festival which was just amazing non-stop fun from day 1. Apart from the actual film festival, I found so many more things to do at Katara. There is a Falcon House, antiques auction house, arts area where local artists (who produce the most beautiful art) work and are so welcoming & inviting to visitors (they will engage with you and ask you to try out pottery or painting or calligraphy etc), restaurants and cafes, and plenty more. I believe there is always something happening in Katara but be sure to check what event is coming up before your visit or just visit Katara anyway! It'll be a peaceful/relaxing/inspiring day out. All the restaurants and cafes are of top quality with a variety of cuisines to choose from (traditional 'fish & chips' at a seafood testaurant, curries at an Indian restaurant, Middle Eastern food at a Lebanese restaurant and plenty more). During the festival there was live outdoor entertainment from all over the world (while films were screening indoors with activities for children, and a red carpet event for international celebs such as Draco from Harry Potter and the Wasp from Ant Man) and as the weather was just perfect (not too hot or cold), with ample seating, it was just magically perfect! Moreover, the bathrooms were the cleanest I have ever seen in all my travels! Cleaners are on standby, waiting to clean up after every single visit! Even around Katara, you will constantly see cleaners working around the clock. Also, you can hitch a ride with a caddie (wherever you see one that is free) to give you a free of charge tour around Katara or even just to get you from one place to another (if you're feeling a bit lazy or tired). While we were there, the mall at Katara was still under construction, so I can't wait to go back and check it out as retail therapy was the only thing Katara fell short of to keep you going till midnight!
10. The Pearl-Qatar
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,909 reviews
Reviewed By Peachytravellers - Gold Coast, Australia
The Pearl lives up its its name! The Pearl absolutely beautiful man made island/marina. It boasts the Ferrari and Rolls Royce show rooms, and many high end shops, like Versace etc..! There is an amazing selection of restaurants and cafes to choose from. If you in Doha, you Definitely have to check out the Pearl, whether it’s for a walk around the water front, to eat at a restaurant or hey, even buy a new car! ???? There are two side two, one with all the boats and also a cute “little Europe / Venice” side which is amazing to explore too. Be sure to check out both ???? . ???????????????? ????♀️ . #doha #qatar #thepearl #thepearlqatar #exploring #peachytravellers #travelreviewers
