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Best Things to Do
Top 20 Best Things to Do in Doha [2025]
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Museum of Islamic Art
4.5
/5
157 reviews
7.5
From AU$ 21.09
Based on 6,557 reviews
1.4 km from downtown
Phone +974 4422 4444
Address: Doha, Qatar
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Museum reflections & city skyline
Overlooks Arabian Sea & park
Saved by 150 users102 positive reviews
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The museum designed by Pei is like a geometric pearl floating in the desert! The exhibits range from Persian carpets to the beauty of the Koran manuscripts to suffocation, but the most amazing is the atrium - the sun shines through the hollow dome, instantly getting the true meaning of "holy geometry". The top floor cafe looks at the Doha skyline, where modern and ancient collide perfectly.
The art museum as the representative masterpiece of Master Pei Xuming is a must-see place in Doha. The interior makes full use of light and shadow design to give visual impact, while the external hard lines blend around. Beautiful
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National Museum of Qatar
4.5
/5
61 reviews
7.3
From AU$ 11.41
Based on 870 reviews
1.9 km from downtown
Phone +974 4452 5555
Address: Museum Pk St, Doha, Qatar
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Doha skyline views & strolls
Islamic culture & Gulf marine life
Saved by 141 users63% positive reviews
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The first time I came to Qatar, I chose to visit the Qatar National Museum. Children can enter for free. Both children and the elderly like it very much. The transportation is very convenient. There are many places to go around. It is a very worthwhile place to visit.
The first time I came to Qatar, I chose to visit the Qatar National Museum. Children can enter for free. Both children and the elderly like it very much. The transportation is very convenient. There are many places to go around. It is a very worthwhile place to visit.
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Souq Waqif
4.4
/5
29 reviews
6.3
Based on 9,287 reviews
337m from downtown
Phone +974-6622-5151
Address: Doha, Qatar
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
Highlights:
250-year-old Bedouin market transformed
Authentic Arabic coffee ceremony experience
Saved by 147 users52% positive reviews
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The old Waqif market is built on the site of a century-old trade fair in Doha, the oldest Arab traditional market in Doha. It has a typical Arab-style building community, and hundreds of shops filled with a wide array of Middle Eastern specialties. A giant gold thumb sculpture is now the symbol of the old market. I saw desert roses for the first time here and saw eagles as pets for the first time. Free to visit.
Souq Waqif is the Arabic version of "Along the River During the Qingming Festival"! The maze-like alleys are filled with spice stalls, falconry shops and gold shops, and the air is filled with the aroma of barbecue and saffron. It is the busiest in the evening, with locals smoking hookahs, tourists taking photos and camels strolling all crowded together, like a never-ending desert carnival. Remember to bargain in half!
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Katara Cultural Village
4.0
/5
66 reviews
6.2
Based on 2,742 reviews
8.4 km from downtown
Phone +974 4408 0000
Address: Doha, Qatar
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Overwater bungalow & Mediterranean cuisine
Golden Persian Gulf sunset views
30% positive reviews
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Katara Cultural Village is like an "Arab cultural theme park" carefully built by a wealthy country! The blue and white mosque is matched with colorful graffiti walls, and any photo taken is an Instagram-style blockbuster. In the afternoon, I was in a daze in the open-air theater, and suddenly I heard the call of prayer and the violin duet of a street artist - this kind of magical mix can only be done in Doha. It is recommended to come in the evening, the earthy yellow buildings with lights on are beautiful as if they jumped out of "Aladdin"!
I really, really, really love this place. The amphitheatre is something else. The floor air condition at the outdoor restaurant is something I've never seen before and a superb idea. I love it!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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The Pearl Island
4.6
/5
80 reviews
5.9
Based on 2,046 reviews
9.5 km from downtown
Phone +974 800 6222
Address: Doha, Qatar
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Man-made island with permanent residency
Arabian Riviera artificial island
Saved by 173 users47% positive reviews
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The multi -coloured apartments are beautiful. The man made canals, complete with boat rides, are awesome. We rounded up our visit to Pearl Qatar with dinner at Medina Centrale, a beautiful place to unwind and watch the beautiful expensive cars drive by.
The Pearl Qatar is a man-made island located in Doha, the capital city of Qatar. It is an artificial island created on a former pearl diving site that covers an area of approximately 4 million square meters.
The Pearl Qatar is a luxurious residential and commercial development featuring high-end apartments, villas, townhouses, and luxury hotels. It also offers a wide range of retail outlets, restaurants, cafes, and entertainment facilities. The development includes multiple marinas, which offer berthing facilities for private boats and yachts, as well as a variety of water sports activities.
The architecture and design of The Pearl Qatar are heavily influenced by the Mediterranean, with a variety of architectural styles, including Italian, Spanish, and French. The development features a series of canals, reminiscent of Venice, which add to the charm of the island.
The Pearl Qatar has become a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, offering a unique blend of luxury living and Mediterranean-style atmosphere.
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Corniche
4.4
/5
91 reviews
5.6
3.4 km from downtown
Phone +974-55011031
Address: Doha, Qatar
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No.1 of Night Attractions in Doha
Highlights:
Unique landmark: Pearl sculpture
Venue for major celebrations
46% positive reviews
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The night view of Doha Corniche is absolutely beautiful! The lights of the high-rise buildings are bright, and the breeze from the Persian Gulf is blowing on your face. It's super comfortable~ You can see the iconic Museum of Islamic Art and Pearl Island along the way, which is perfect for taking photos and checking in! There is also a musical fountain show at night, which is super shocking! Walking and cycling are great, and it is a must-go place to experience the modernity and romance of Doha! 🌟 #夜游首选 #多哈必玩
Doha Corniche
كورنيش الدوحة
The Doha Corniche (Arabic: ك בר״ নালা) is a seaside promenade in Doha, the capital of Qatar, stretching 7 km (4.3 mi) along Doha Bay. Every year, celebrations of national holidays such as Qatar National Day and National Sports Day are centered on the Doha Corniche. The Corniche is divided into three main areas: Corniche Park and Promenade, Corniche Street, and Government District.
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Imam Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab Mosque
4.2
/5
30 reviews
4.8
4.3 km from downtown
Phone +974 4470 0000
Address: 8G84+R83, Al Muhandiseen St, Doha, Qatar
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
50 ft minaret with speakers
Three libraries & recitation hall
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【National Mosque of Qatar】
Grand Mosque
جامع الإمام محمد بن عبد الوهاب
As the largest mosque in Qatar, the Imam Abdul Wahhab Mosque, also known as the Qatar National Grand Mosque, was completed in 2011. Simple lines and elegant arches are very eye-catching and full of traditional Islamic architectural features. The mosque has three libraries, separate prayer and fasting ablution halls for men and women, and a dedicated Quran recitation hall, which can accommodate more than 30,000 worshippers. The mosque adopts a beautiful and orthodox Islamic architectural style, and the interior decoration is fascinating, decorated with many hand-woven carpets with different patterns and 28 chandeliers that can automatically adjust the brightness according to the natural light coming through the windows.
The National Grand Mosque was built by Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, the founder of Qatar, in memory of his father and named after Imam Muhammad ibn Abdul Wahhabi.
Address: 8G84+R83, Al Muhandiseen St, Doha, Qatar
Transportation: Take the Red Line of the subway to ‘corniche’ and walk for half an hour, or take bus T605
Time: 10:30-19:00
Tickets: Free
Everyone must pay attention: the opening hours of the Qatar National Mosque are from 08:00 to 12:00 every day. Visitors are not accepted at other times. Everyone must pay attention to avoid returning empty-handed like us.
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Al Maha Lounge
4.4
/5
7 reviews
4.7
8.8 km from downtown
Phone +974 4010-5831
Address: 7J67+2F7, Doha, Qatar
Highlights:
TV area & buffet available
Buffet with hot & cold drinks
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Pretty good areas with some sleeping beds provided, lots of food and drinks for the transit travellers to have a rest
A very nice lounge with tasty food and all kind of drinks. There is a shower extremely clean that you can take and enjoy the left hours. There is no hair drier though but its okay. Staff is very pleasant
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MIA Park
5.0
/5
3 reviews
4.4
Based on 529 reviews
1.6 km from downtown
Phone +974 4422 4444
Address: MIA Park, Doha, Qatar
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MIA Park in Doha is perfect for relaxation! 🌿 Right next to the Museum of Islamic Art, the seaside promenade is super beautiful, especially romantic at sunset~ The lawn is wide, great for picnics and strolling with your kids, and you can also overlook the West Bay skyline! The park is clean and tidy, with a leisurely atmosphere, and both locals and tourists love to come here. It's perfect to take a walk here after visiting the museum! 💯 #多哈绿洲 #休閒去地方
One of the best and most beautiful green spaces along the Doha waterfront, Museum of Islamic Art Park is home to Richard Serra's vertical steel sculpture, known as 7, this celebrated artist's first public piece of art in the Middle East. It's also home to cafes with some of the finest city views in Doha, including the MIA PARKCAFE, as well as pop-up food trucks. Runners enjoy the 1km crescent pathway around the park, and there's also a kids play area.
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Msheireb Museums
4.1
/5
10 reviews
4.3
Based on 186 reviews
249m from downtown
Phone +974 4006 5555
Address: 7GPH+VQ8, Doha, Qatar
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Over 100 buildings surround courtyard
Unique architecture blending tradition & modernity
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Each house in the Mshereib Museums is built in a traditional Qatari style, with colonnaded courtyards, typical since the early 19th century. A restored family home, Radwani House best illustrates this, with rooms structured around a central open space. The house allows visitors to look at traditional family life in Qatar, and the changing norms in domestic life.
It belongs to a private museum. The museum is a white building. Not many people can enjoy the traditional Qatari handicraft here. Many tourists are Asian tourists.
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