Qatar

Doha

Doha blends futuristic skyline with old souqs and desert calm.

Local time: UTC+3
Population: 2.4M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Moderate

Food$$$$$About $53 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $56 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $2.2 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇶🇦 QAR =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

DOHHamad International AirportMain gateway and Qatar Airways hub, about 9 km east of the centre.

How	Cost	Time
Metro Red LineMsheireb and central Doha	QR 2	15-25 min
Cheapest option; airport station is on the Red Line.
Karwa busCity bus station and centre	QR 5-10	40-60 min
Cheap but slow and infrequent.
TaxiAnywhere in central Doha	QR 25-60	20-35 min
Airport taxis start at QR 25; insist on the meter.
UberAnywhere in central Doha	QR 30-70	20-35 min
Pick-up points are signposted outside arrivals.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Doha

Getting around

Doha Metro for the main sights, with taxis or ride apps for the last stretch.

Metro ★Three lines (Red, Gold, Green); Msheireb is the main transfer station. About QR 2 per trip and QR 6 for a day pass; VIP cars cost more. Free metrolink buses connect stations to nearby areas.
BusCheap but infrequent and often late; route maps are hard to read. Use the free metrolink feeder buses instead where you can.
Taxi / ride apps ★Karwa and Al Million are the main taxis; Uber works well in Doha. Handy for the airport and late nights.
Rental carDriving is on the right. Traffic jams and roadworks are common, so allow extra time.
WalkingOnly pleasant November to March, and sights are spread out. Use the metro or a taxi in summer.
TramA free tram runs in Lusail and Msheireb Downtown. Useful for short hops in those areas.

Recommended stay★ 1 night (2 days)

One night suits you: pick one museum, then spend a day on the Corniche and Souq Waqif, unless desert or beach plans come first.

Best for

CultureMuseums, the Islamic Art park and Souq Waqif lanes.

Weather by month

23°14°Jan🌧 2d

24°15°Feb🌧 2d

27°18°Mar🌧 2d

32°22°Apr🌧 1d

38°26°May

41°29°Jun

41°31°Jul

41°31°Aug

39°29°Sep

35°26°Oct🌧 1d

30°22°Nov🌧 2d

25°17°Dec🌧 1d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Hot desert climate: sunny nearly every day, very little rain, and a long, humid summer.

Best time: November to MarchDays around 23–30°C with cool evenings. Ideal for the souq, Corniche and desert trips.
Summer is extreme (June to September)Highs of 39–41°C. Plan indoor sights by day and go outside only at sunrise or after dark.
Humid by the waterMuggy evenings from May to October, especially on the Corniche and at The Pearl.
Almost no rainOnly a few short showers between December and March. No umbrella needed most of the year.
Occasional dustDusty winds can haze the sky and spoil desert views. Check the forecast before booking a dune trip.
What to packLight breathable clothes, a hat and strong sunscreen; a light layer for cold indoor AC and winter nights; modest clothing for mosques and souqs.

Landmarks 9

Must-see · 6

1
Souq Waqif
Doha's restored old market is the city's most atmospheric place to wander, with spice stalls, falcon shops and courtyard cafes. Come in the evening when it is liveliest and coolest, and dress modestly as it is a traditional area.
2
Museum of Islamic Art, Doha
A landmark building on its own island with a world-class collection of Islamic art and great views back to the skyline. Check opening days and ticket prices online before you go, and allow a couple of hours.
3
The Pearl-Qatar
A polished waterfront district of marinas, shops and restaurants built on reclaimed land. It is best in the cooler evening; taxis or a car are the easiest way to get there.
4
National Museum of Qatar
The striking desert-rose building tells the story of Qatar from its early history to the present. Book tickets ahead and visit in the morning to avoid the midday heat.
5
Katara Cultural Village
A cultural hub with galleries, an amphitheatre and a beach, good for an unhurried half-day. Go in the late afternoon or evening when it is cooler and more active.
6
Doha Corniche
The long waterfront promenade is the classic place to see the skyline and take a stroll. Walk it at sunset or after dark, when the heat drops and the city lights come on.

Cultural

Harbor 1

Urban Hub 2

Museum 2

Market 1

Activities

Amusement Park 1

Football Stadium 1

Food 1

Plans

Doha rewards visitors with world-class museums, a buzzing souq and easy desert escapes. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Culture

One full day of Doha's best culture: museums in the morning, the souq and skyline at night.

Stay: Souq Waqif. Sleep in the old heart: market lanes, restaurants and the corniche walk at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ QAR 175
Taxis: ≈ QAR 185

Day 1

Museums, souq and sunset

Tickets ≈ QAR 175 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 185

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ QAR 28
1

09:30–11:30 · ≈ QAR 50 for adults · check current rate and free days online

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha Landmark quest

Start early. Closed Tuesday, so check the day.

Open Closed Tuesday · otherwise roughly 09:00–19:00, later on weekends · Source
Taxi · 387 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
2

11:45–12:30 · Free

MIA Park and skyline viewpoint

Short walk from the museum. Great skyline view.

Open Open daily · best light around sunset
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ QAR 29
3

13:00–14:00 · ≈ QAR 35–70 a plate at casual restaurants

Machboos Landmark quest

Lunch nearby in Souq Waqif. Try the spiced rice dish.

Open Lunch and dinner · most restaurants roughly 12:00–23:00
Taxi · 351 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
4

14:30–15:15 · Free to browse · pay per item

Souq Waqif fabric and craft shops

Fabric and craft lanes. Bargain politely.

Open Roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi · 291 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
5

16:00–18:00 · Free to enter · pay per purchase

Souq Waqif Landmark quest

Wander as it cools. Quieter in the morning, lively now.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–22:00 · many restaurants later · quieter in the morning · Source
Taxi · 213 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 25
6

19:00–20:30 · ≈ QAR 50–120 a meal

Souq Waqif restaurant row

Dinner on the restaurant row. Busiest after 19:00.

Open Lunch and dinner · busiest after 19:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 202 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 25

Day trip · History

A day on old Doha and pearl-diving history, from Msheireb to the corniche.

Stay: Souq Waqif. Sleep in the old heart: market lanes, restaurants and the corniche walk at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ QAR 195
Taxis: ≈ QAR 208

Day 1

Old Doha and the bay

Tickets ≈ QAR 195 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 208

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 679 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ QAR 26
1

09:30–10:30 · Free · museums in the district may charge

Msheireb Downtown walk

Walk the restored downtown streets in the cool morning.

Open Streets open all day · cafes into the evening
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ QAR 30
2

11:00–13:00 · ≈ QAR 50 for adults · check current rate online

National Museum of Qatar Landmark quest

The story of Qatar. Closed Monday.

Open Closed Monday · otherwise roughly 09:00–19:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ QAR 29
3

13:15–14:15 · ≈ QAR 35–70 a plate at casual restaurants

Machboos Landmark quest

Lunch in Souq Waqif, a short taxi away.

Open Lunch and dinner · most restaurants roughly 12:00–23:00
Taxi · 210 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 25
4

14:30–15:00 · Free to look · rides extra if offered

Camel and horse stables at Souq Waqif

Stables are best in the morning or late afternoon. Check on the day.

Open Mornings and late afternoons
Taxi · 1052 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ QAR 27
5

18:00–19:00 · ≈ QAR 80–150 per person · negotiate and confirm duration

Corniche dhow cruise

Evening boat from the corniche. Book ahead in peak season.

Open Evening departures most common
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ QAR 34
6

19:15–20:00 · Free

West Bay skyline viewpoint

Dusk skyline. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ QAR 35

Day trip · Family

A family day mixing indoor play, a beach and an evening stroll by the water.

Stay: West Bay. Modern towers and the Corniche on the doorstep; easy metro to the airport and sights.

Tickets & tours: ≈ QAR 215
Taxis: ≈ QAR 187

Day 1

Play, beach and sunset

Tickets ≈ QAR 215 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 187

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ QAR 35
1

10:00–13:00 · ≈ QAR 100–150 per child · check current tickets online

KidZania (Doha) Landmark quest

Indoor escape from the heat. Check hours on the day.

Open Usually daily, roughly 10:00–22:00 · check on the day · Source
1

13:30–14:30 · ≈ QAR 35–70 a plate at casual restaurants

Machboos Landmark quest

Family lunch. Most places open around noon.

Open Lunch and dinner · most restaurants roughly 12:00–23:00
Taxi · 11 km · ≈ 35 min · ≈ QAR 47
2

15:30–17:00 · ≈ QAR 50 entry · check current rate on the day

Katara beach

Cooler months only. Check access on the day.

Open Daylight hours · check on the day
Taxi · 202 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 25
3

17:15–19:15 · Free to enter · some shows and events ticketed

Katara Cultural Village Landmark quest

Grounds, cafes and the amphitheatre. Nice in the evening.

Open Grounds open all day · shops and cafes roughly 10:00–22:00 · Source
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 33 min · ≈ QAR 45
4

19:30–21:00 · Free · dhow rides extra

Doha Corniche Landmark quest

Easy evening walk with skyline views.

Open Promenade always open · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ QAR 34

1 night · Culture ★ Recommended length

Museums and the Souq Waqif lanes in one relaxed day, with the best sunset views.

Stay: Souq Waqif. Sleep in the old heart: market lanes, restaurants and the corniche walk at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ QAR 240
Taxis: ≈ QAR 188
Hotel: QAR 250–700

Day 1

Museums by day, Souq Waqif by night

Tickets ≈ QAR 240 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 188

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ QAR 28
1

10:00–12:00 · ≈ QAR 50 for adults · check current rate and free days online

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Start early to beat the heat.

Open Closed Tuesday · otherwise roughly 09:00–19:00, later on weekends · Source
Taxi · 387 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
2

12:15–13:00 · Free

MIA Park and skyline viewpoint

Short walk from the museum. Good skyline view.

Open Open daily · best light around sunset
Taxi · 304 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
3

13:15–14:00 · ≈ QAR 40–80 for coffee and a snack

Museum of Islamic Art cafe terrace

Lunch on the terrace. Follows museum hours, closed Tuesday.

Open Follows museum hours · closed Tuesday
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ QAR 28
4

14:30–16:30 · ≈ QAR 50 for adults · check current rate online

National Museum of Qatar Landmark quest

Closed Monday. A short taxi or 15-minute walk away.

Open Closed Monday · otherwise roughly 09:00–19:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ QAR 29
5

17:30–19:30 · Free to enter · pay per purchase

Souq Waqif Landmark quest

Quieter in the morning, liveliest after sunset.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–22:00 · many restaurants later · quieter in the morning · Source
Taxi · 213 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 25
6

19:45–21:15 · ≈ QAR 50–120 a meal

Souq Waqif restaurant row

Dinner. Busiest after 19:00, so book or go early.

Open Lunch and dinner · busiest after 19:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 202 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 25

1 night · History ★ Recommended length

Old Doha, pearl-diving stories and the old market lanes in a single day.

Stay: Souq Waqif. Sleep in the old heart: market lanes, restaurants and the corniche walk at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ QAR 95
Taxis: ≈ QAR 188
Hotel: QAR 250–700

Day 1

Old Doha and the story of pearls

Tickets ≈ QAR 95 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 188

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ QAR 29
1

09:30–11:30 · ≈ QAR 50 for adults · check current rate online

National Museum of Qatar Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Tells the story of Qatar from desert to oil.

Open Closed Monday · otherwise roughly 09:00–19:00 · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ QAR 30
2

12:00–13:00 · Free · museums in the district may charge

Msheireb Downtown walk

Short taxi ride. Restored old-Doha streets and cafes.

Open Streets open all day · cafes into the evening
Taxi · 417 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
3

13:15–14:15 · ≈ QAR 35–70 a plate at casual restaurants

Machboos Landmark quest

Lunch. Most restaurants serve roughly 12:00–23:00.

Open Lunch and dinner · most restaurants roughly 12:00–23:00
Taxi · 351 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
4

15:00–15:45 · Free to browse · pay per item

Souq Waqif fabric and craft shops

Fabric and craft shops, roughly 10:00–22:00.

Open Roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi · 453 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
5

16:00–16:30 · Free to look · rides extra if offered

Camel and horse stables at Souq Waqif

Stables are best in the late afternoon.

Open Mornings and late afternoons
Taxi · 263 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
6

17:00–18:00 · Free to browse · snacks from a few QAR

Souq Waqif food and spice lanes

Spice and food lanes, busiest roughly 17:00–22:00.

Open Busiest roughly 17:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 155 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ QAR 25

1 night · Family ★ Recommended length

Beach time, the Corniche and an easy evening for kids.

Stay: West Bay. Modern towers and the Corniche on the doorstep; easy metro to the airport and sights.

Tickets & tours: ≈ QAR 230
Taxis: ≈ QAR 195
Hotel: QAR 350–900

Day 1

Beach, Corniche and a dhow ride

Tickets ≈ QAR 230 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 195

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 6 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ QAR 37
1

09:30–11:00 · ≈ QAR 50 entry · check current rate on the day

Katara beach

Daylight hours only, check on the day. Bring sun cover.

Open Daylight hours · check on the day
Taxi · 202 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 25
2

11:15–13:15 · Free to enter · some shows and events ticketed

Katara Cultural Village Landmark quest

Cafes and grounds. Good lunch stop for families.

Open Grounds open all day · shops and cafes roughly 10:00–22:00 · Source
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 33 min · ≈ QAR 45
3

15:30–17:00 · Free · dhow rides extra

Doha Corniche Landmark quest

Promenade always open. Best light around sunset.

Open Promenade always open · Source
Taxi · 888 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ QAR 27
4

17:30–18:30 · ≈ QAR 80–150 per person · negotiate and confirm duration

Corniche dhow cruise

Evening departures are most common. Book ahead.

Open Evening departures most common
Taxi · 470 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
5

19:00–20:30 · ≈ QAR 50–120 a meal

Souq Waqif restaurant row

Dinner. Busiest after 19:00.

Open Lunch and dinner · busiest after 19:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ QAR 35

2 nights · Culture

First-timers who want museums, the souq and the corniche at an easy pace.

Stay: Souq Waqif. Sleep in the old heart: market lanes, restaurants and the corniche walk at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ QAR 190
Taxis: ≈ QAR 411
Hotel: QAR 500–1,400

Day 1

Arrive, Souq Waqif and the corniche

Tickets ≈ QAR 80 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 131

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 273 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
1

16:00–18:00 · Free to enter · pay per purchase

Souq Waqif Landmark quest

Check in nearby first. The lanes are cooler and quieter late afternoon.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–22:00 · many restaurants later · quieter in the morning · Source
Taxi · 358 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
2

18:15–19:15 · Free to browse · snacks from a few QAR

Souq Waqif food and spice lanes

Spice and food lanes. Busiest roughly 17:00–22:00.

Open Busiest roughly 17:00–22:00
Taxi · 353 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
3

19:30–21:00 · ≈ QAR 50–120 a meal

Souq Waqif restaurant row

Dinner. Most kitchens run roughly 12:00–23:00; busiest after 19:00.

Open Lunch and dinner · busiest after 19:00
Taxi · 997 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ QAR 27
4

21:15–22:00 · Free · dhow rides extra

Doha Corniche Landmark quest

Short walk to the water for the skyline at night.

Open Promenade always open · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 1023 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ QAR 27

Day 2

Museums and MIA Park

Tickets ≈ QAR 110 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 110

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ QAR 28
1

09:30–11:30 · ≈ QAR 50 for adults · check current rate and free days online

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Check the day before you go.

Open Closed Tuesday · otherwise roughly 09:00–19:00, later on weekends · Source
2

11:45–12:30 · ≈ QAR 40–80 for coffee and a snack

Museum of Islamic Art cafe terrace

Terrace lunch. Follows museum hours, closed Tuesday.

Open Follows museum hours · closed Tuesday
Taxi · 304 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
3

12:45–13:30 · Free

MIA Park and skyline viewpoint

Skyline viewpoint. Best light around sunset, but midday works for a quick look.

Open Open daily · best light around sunset
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ QAR 29
4

15:00–16:00 · Free · museums in the district may charge

Msheireb Downtown walk

About 10 minutes by taxi. Shaded streets and cafes.

Open Streets open all day · cafes into the evening
Taxi · 747 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ QAR 26
5

17:00–17:45 · Free to browse · pay per item

Souq Waqif fabric and craft shops

Fabric and craft shops, roughly 10:00–22:00.

Open Roughly 10:00–22:00

Day 3

Katara, then fly

Tickets ≈ QAR 0 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 171

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 11 km · ≈ 35 min · ≈ QAR 47
1

09:30–11:30 · Free to enter · some shows and events ticketed

Katara Cultural Village Landmark quest

Grounds open all day. Shops and cafes roughly 10:00–22:00.

Open Grounds open all day · shops and cafes roughly 10:00–22:00 · Source
Taxi · 210 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 25
2

11:45–12:30 · Free to view · shows ticketed · check on the day

Katara amphitheatre and galleries

Amphitheatre and galleries. Event times vary, check on the day.

Open Grounds all day · event times vary · Source
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ QAR 37
3

13:00–13:45 · Free

West Bay skyline viewpoint

Always open. About 15 minutes by taxi.

Open Always open
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ QAR 34
4

14:00 · Free · dhow rides extra

Doha Corniche Landmark quest

Head to the airport, roughly 20–30 minutes by taxi.

Open Promenade always open · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 1023 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ QAR 27

2 nights · History

Visitors who want the old city, pearl-diving stories and the souq's back lanes.

Stay: Souq Waqif. Sleep in the old heart: market lanes, restaurants and the corniche walk at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ QAR 305
Taxis: ≈ QAR 437
Hotel: QAR 500–1,400

Day 1

Old Doha and the souq

Tickets ≈ QAR 45 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 130

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 679 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ QAR 26
1

10:00–11:00 · Free · museums in the district may charge

Msheireb Downtown walk

Start here for the story of old Doha. Streets open all day.

Open Streets open all day · cafes into the evening
Taxi · 506 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
2

11:30–12:00 · Free to look · rides extra if offered

Camel and horse stables at Souq Waqif

Stables are best in the morning. About 10 minutes by taxi.

Open Mornings and late afternoons
Taxi · 615 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ QAR 26
3

12:15–14:15 · Free to enter · pay per purchase

Souq Waqif Landmark quest

Walk the lanes before the evening crowds.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–22:00 · many restaurants later · quieter in the morning · Source
Taxi · 428 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
4

14:00–15:00 · ≈ QAR 35–70 a plate at casual restaurants

Machboos Landmark quest

Late lunch. Most restaurants roughly 12:00–23:00.

Open Lunch and dinner · most restaurants roughly 12:00–23:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 286 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26

Day 2

National Museum and MIA

Tickets ≈ QAR 260 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 136

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ QAR 29
1

09:30–11:30 · ≈ QAR 50 for adults · check current rate online

National Museum of Qatar Landmark quest

Closed Monday. The building tells the pearl-diving story.

Open Closed Monday · otherwise roughly 09:00–19:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ QAR 29
2

12:00–14:00 · ≈ QAR 50 for adults · check current rate and free days online

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. A short walk or taxi away.

Open Closed Tuesday · otherwise roughly 09:00–19:00, later on weekends · Source
3

14:15–15:00 · ≈ QAR 40–80 for coffee and a snack

Museum of Islamic Art cafe terrace

Afternoon break. Closed Tuesday.

Open Follows museum hours · closed Tuesday
Taxi · 304 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
4

15:15–16:00 · Free

MIA Park and skyline viewpoint

Skyline view across the water.

Open Open daily · best light around sunset
Taxi · 969 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ QAR 27
5

17:30–18:30 · ≈ QAR 80–150 per person · negotiate and confirm duration

Corniche dhow cruise

Evening departures are most common. Book on the day.

Open Evening departures most common
Taxi back to your hotel · 659 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ QAR 26

Day 3

Katara, then fly

Tickets ≈ QAR 0 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 171

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 11 km · ≈ 35 min · ≈ QAR 47
1

09:30–11:30 · Free to enter · some shows and events ticketed

Katara Cultural Village Landmark quest

Grounds open all day. Check event times on the day.

Open Grounds open all day · shops and cafes roughly 10:00–22:00 · Source
Taxi · 210 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 25
2

11:45–12:30 · Free to view · shows ticketed · check on the day

Katara amphitheatre and galleries

Amphitheatre and galleries.

Open Grounds all day · event times vary · Source
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ QAR 37
3

13:00–13:45 · Free

West Bay skyline viewpoint

Always open. About 15 minutes by taxi.

Open Always open
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ QAR 34
4

14:00 · Free · dhow rides extra

Doha Corniche Landmark quest

Airport is roughly 20–30 minutes by taxi.

Open Promenade always open · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 1023 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ QAR 27

2 nights · Family

Families with kids who want beaches, parks and an indoor escape from the heat.

Stay: West Bay. Modern towers and the Corniche on the doorstep; easy metro to the airport and sights.

Tickets & tours: ≈ QAR 270
Taxis: ≈ QAR 426
Hotel: QAR 700–1,800

Day 1

Park, souq and a boat ride

Tickets ≈ QAR 100 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 149

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ QAR 33
1

16:00–16:45 · Free

MIA Park and skyline viewpoint

Open daily. Best light around sunset.

Open Open daily · best light around sunset
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ QAR 29
2

17:00–17:30 · Free to look · rides extra if offered

Camel and horse stables at Souq Waqif

Stables are best in the morning or late afternoon.

Open Mornings and late afternoons
Taxi · 263 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 26
3

17:45–18:45 · Free to browse · snacks from a few QAR

Souq Waqif food and spice lanes

Snacks in the food lanes. Busiest roughly 17:00–22:00.

Open Busiest roughly 17:00–22:00
Taxi · 789 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ QAR 27
4

19:00–20:00 · ≈ QAR 80–150 per person · negotiate and confirm duration

Corniche dhow cruise

After sunset is best. Book on the day.

Open Evening departures most common
Taxi back to your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ QAR 34

Day 2

Katara beach and KidZania

Tickets ≈ QAR 170 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 145

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 6 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ QAR 37
1

09:30–11:00 · ≈ QAR 50 entry · check current rate on the day

Katara beach

Morning is cooler. Check on the day.

Open Daylight hours · check on the day
Taxi · 202 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ QAR 25
2

11:15–13:15 · Free to enter · some shows and events ticketed

Katara Cultural Village Landmark quest

Lunch and a walk. Cafes roughly 10:00–22:00.

Open Grounds open all day · shops and cafes roughly 10:00–22:00 · Source
Taxi · 11 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ QAR 47
3

14:30–17:30 · ≈ QAR 100–150 per child · check current tickets online

KidZania (Doha) Landmark quest

Indoor escape from the heat. Usually daily, roughly 10:00–22:00, check on the day.

Open Usually daily, roughly 10:00–22:00 · check on the day · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ QAR 35

Day 3

Corniche, then fly

Tickets ≈ QAR 0 pp · taxis ≈ QAR 132

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ QAR 33
1

08:00–09:00 · Free · bike rental extra

Corniche cycle or run

Early morning is coolest. Rent bikes on the corniche.

Open Early morning and evening are coolest
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ QAR 33
2

09:15–10:00 · Free

West Bay skyline viewpoint

Always open. Quick photo stop.

Open Always open
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ QAR 34
3

10:15 · Free · dhow rides extra

Doha Corniche Landmark quest

Airport is roughly 20–30 minutes by taxi.

Open Promenade always open · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ QAR 34

Swap in instead

Add a desert day: dune drive and Inland Sea views south of the city. Book a tour; check prices on the day.
Swap a city afternoon for Katara Cultural Village: beach, galleries and the mosque with blue tiles.
Take the metro to Education City for the National Library and campus architecture.

Getting around

Doha Metro has three lines (Red, Gold, Green); Msheireb is the main transfer station.
Metro fares are about QR 2 per trip and QR 6 for a day pass; VIP cars cost more.
Free metrolink feeder buses connect stations to nearby areas.
Karwa and Al Million are main taxis; Uber works well in Doha.
Buses are cheap but infrequent and often late; route maps are hard to read.
Driving is on the right; traffic jams and roadworks are common. A free tram runs in Lusail and Msheireb Downtown.

Where to stay

West Bay · ≈ QAR 350–900 a night
Modern towers and the Corniche on the doorstep; easy metro to the airport and sights.
Souq Waqif · ≈ QAR 250–700 a night
Sleep in the old heart: market lanes, restaurants and the corniche walk at night.
Msheireb · ≈ QAR 400–950 a night
Quiet new downtown next to Souq Waqif; main metro transfer at Msheireb station.
The Pearl · ≈ QAR 500–1,400 a night
Marina living, cafés and a beach feel; good for longer stays and families.

Food & drink

Try Qatari dishes: machboos (spiced rice with meat or fish), harees and luqaimat dumplings with date syrup.
Souq Waqif is the easy first stop: grilled fish, Lebanese mezze and shisha courtyards in the evening.
Cheap eats: shawarma, karak tea and Indian or Pakistani cafeterias, often around QR 10–30 a meal.
Book a hotel brunch or a waterfront dinner at The Pearl or Katara for a special night.
Alcohol is served only in licensed hotel bars and restaurants. Dress modestly in public places.

Tips

Dress modestly in public spaces like malls and markets (cover shoulders and knees)
Alcohol is strictly regulated and only available in licensed international hotels and clubs
Summertime heat is dangerous; locals spend the day indoors and socialize late at night
Visit Souq Waqif in the evening for an authentic experience of local food, shisha, and shopping
The weekends are Friday and Saturday; Friday mornings are very quiet due to prayers

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

Tours & activities

Take this tour to unlock 4 landmark quests

Souq Waqif

Doha Corniche

Katara Cultural Village

The Pearl-Qatar

Cover the main city sights in one half-day
Airport and hotel pickup included
2,855 reviews · 4.9 rating

Hotel pickupGuided

Guided City Tour with Airport and Hotel Pickup

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.9 (2,855)

$40View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

Doha Corniche

Traditional dhow cruise along the bay
Dinner on board at sunset
1,751 reviews · 4.9 rating

Dinner includedSunset

Sunset Experience, Traditional Dhow Cruise with Dinner

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.9 (1,751)

$24View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha

Admission to the Islamic art collection
See the waterfront museum and park
395 reviews · 4.8 rating

Entry includedSkip the line

Museum of Islamic Art Admission Ticket

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.8 (395)

$14View tour

Take this tour to unlock 5 landmark quests

Souq Waqif

Doha Corniche

Katara Cultural Village

The Pearl-Qatar

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha

Full city tour of the main attractions
Transfers between stops included
1,116 reviews · 4.9 rating

Transfers includedGuided

City Tour To All Main Attractions Including Transfers

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.9 (1,116)

$20View tour

Take this tour to unlock 2 landmark quests

Katara Cultural Village

The Pearl-Qatar

Jet ski from Katara Beach
Ride past The Pearl-Qatar
82 reviews · 4.6 rating

Water activitySkyline views

Jet Ski Tour from Katara Beach Past The Pearl-Qatar

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.6 (82)

$87View tour

Souvenirs

Bakhoor incense

QAR 40–12030–50 g · estimate

Bakhoor is a traditional Gulf incense made from wood chips and fragrant oils. It is burned at home and offered to guests, so it is a common sight in Qatari homes and shops.

Where: Souq Waqif perfume and incense shops

Ask to smell several blends before you buy. Buy a small amount, and skip the charcoal and lighters sold alongside it.

Al Sadu woven pouch

QAR 60–1801 small pouch · estimate

Al Sadu is a traditional weaving style of Bedouin communities in Qatar and the wider Gulf. Its geometric patterns are rooted in desert life and local heritage.

Where: Souq Waqif craft section

Check that the piece is locally made before you pay. Ask the seller where it was woven.

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Landmarks 9

Must-see · 6

Souq Waqif

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha

The Pearl-Qatar

National Museum of Qatar

Katara Cultural Village

Doha Corniche

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Harbor 1

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Museum 2

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Museum of Islamic Art, Doha Landmark quest

MIA Park and skyline viewpoint

Machboos Landmark quest

Souq Waqif fabric and craft shops

Souq Waqif Landmark quest

Souq Waqif restaurant row

Msheireb Downtown walk

National Museum of Qatar Landmark quest

Machboos Landmark quest

Camel and horse stables at Souq Waqif

Corniche dhow cruise

West Bay skyline viewpoint

KidZania (Doha) Landmark quest

Machboos Landmark quest

Katara beach

Katara Cultural Village Landmark quest

Doha Corniche Landmark quest

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha Landmark quest

MIA Park and skyline viewpoint

Museum of Islamic Art cafe terrace

National Museum of Qatar Landmark quest

Souq Waqif Landmark quest

Souq Waqif restaurant row

National Museum of Qatar Landmark quest

Msheireb Downtown walk

Machboos Landmark quest

Souq Waqif fabric and craft shops

Camel and horse stables at Souq Waqif

Souq Waqif food and spice lanes

Katara beach

Katara Cultural Village Landmark quest

Doha Corniche Landmark quest

Corniche dhow cruise

Souq Waqif restaurant row

Souq Waqif Landmark quest

Souq Waqif food and spice lanes

Souq Waqif restaurant row

Doha Corniche Landmark quest

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha Landmark quest

Museum of Islamic Art cafe terrace

MIA Park and skyline viewpoint

Msheireb Downtown walk

Souq Waqif fabric and craft shops

Katara Cultural Village Landmark quest

Katara amphitheatre and galleries

West Bay skyline viewpoint

Doha Corniche Landmark quest

Msheireb Downtown walk

Camel and horse stables at Souq Waqif

Souq Waqif Landmark quest

Machboos Landmark quest

National Museum of Qatar Landmark quest

Museum of Islamic Art, Doha Landmark quest

Museum of Islamic Art cafe terrace

MIA Park and skyline viewpoint

Corniche dhow cruise