About Doha
Doha is the capital of Qatar, home to around 344,939 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Doha
1
Museum of Islamic Art
2
Souq Waqif
3
Katara Cultural Village
4
The Pearl-Qatar
5
National Museum of Qatar
6
Corniche waterfront
7
Fanar Qatar Islamic Cultural Center
8
Desert safari / Inland Sea
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Museum of Islamic Arts
- Visit Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art
- Visit National Museum of Qatar
- Eat at Ric's Kountry Kitchen
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Orientalist Museum
- Visit Arab Postal Stamp Museum
- Visit Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Museum: West Bay Branch
- Eat at Yellow Cab Pizza
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit VCUQatar Gallery
- Visit Msheireb Museums
- Visit Beaches
- Eat at Noodle House
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $
Bandar Aden
Yemeni · Mandi rice locals queue for
- $$
Al Mourjan Restaurant
Lebanese / grill · Corniche classic
- $
Souq Waqif street stalls
Street food · Grills and karak where Doha eats
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$$
Mandarin Oriental Doha
Msheireb · Souq-side luxury
- $$$$
The Ritz-Carlton Doha
West Bay Lagoon · Lagoon resort landmark
- $$$$
Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara
Banana Island · Private-island escape
Shopping
- Souq Waqif
- Gold Souq
- Fabric Souq
- Omani Souq
- City Center Doha
- Ezdan Mall
Nightlife
- PappaRoti
Museums & culture
- Museum of Islamic Arts
- Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art
- National Museum of Qatar
- Orientalist Museum
- Arab Postal Stamp Museum
- Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Museum: West Bay Branch
In pictures
Doha gallery
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