Spend the day discovering more about Qatari culture, from traditional souqs, to museums and art galleries. Soak up the warm, sunny weather with some downtime at the beach.
Katara Cultural Village
Katara Cultural Village
Combining art galleries and workshops, theatres and performances venues, and exceptional restaurants choices, Katara Cultural Village is Doha’s destination for culture and entertainment.
A central amphitheatre stands against a backdrop of traditional architecture and cobbled streets, and a spacious public beach offers water sports rentals.
Museum of Islamic Art & National Museum of Qatar
Museum of Islamic Art & National Museum of Qatar
The Museum of Islamic Art contains four floors of permanent and temporary exhibitions, gift shop, a café and a haute cuisine restaurant IDAM by renowned chef Alain Ducasse
The National Museum of Qatar gives voice to Qatar’s heritage whilst celebrating its future. It spans a whopping 430,500 square feet.
Beach club
Beach club
Only steps away from the hustle and bustle of Doha’s city life, tranquility invitingly presents itself in West Bay, home to two family-friendly beaches, Doha Beach Club, which radiates an inviting aura of up-beat relaxation and fun, and Doha Sands Beach Club, which truly encapsulates the essence of seaside serenity.
Souq Waqif
Souq Waqif
Built on the site of Doha’s century old trading market, the Souq Waqif market harkens to a bygone era while remaining a hub of activity, where commerce and gossip collide. Souq Waqif’s winding alleys offer a tableau of traditional street life.
Day 2
With its arid beauty, sunny climes and untrammeled deserts, Qatar has long called to adventurers. Explore the dunes, hit the water, then relax for dinner overlooking the sea.
Al Zubarah Fort
Al Zubarah Fort
This 20th century fort is the youngest and most prominent feature of the Al Zubarah Archaeological Site, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
A pristine example of a typical Arab fort, its one-meter-thick walls warded off invaders and helped keep rooms cool during the hot summer.
Inland Sea
Inland Sea
The Inland Sea is an extraordinary landscape with sand dunes and sea beds that will leave you wanting for more.
The reserve is home to wildlife, marine life, and vegetation alike. Enjoy spotting turtles, flamingos, dugongs, Arabian oryx, camels, and more.
Al Thakira Mangroves
Al Thakira Mangroves
Al Thakira mangroves, located just north of the seaside city of Al Khor, present a large expanse of natural greenery.
Recognized as one of Qatar’s oldest and largest forests, the Al Thakira mangrove is has a unique ecosystem both above and below the waters and is best explored by kayak.
The Corniche
The Corniche
The Doha Corniche is a seven kilometer stretch of gorgeous promenade overlooking the serene waterfront. With a crescent shaped walkway around the Doha Bay, the Corniche offers the best views of the city’s modern skyline.
Watch the dhows lighting up the Corniche in the evenings, or simply take a boat ride to soak in the vista of this city.
Discover Doha by Air
Discover Doha by Air
Take to the clouds and discover Doha’s magic from high above, from its captivating skyline to most iconic sites, including the world-class stadiums of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™. It’s time to redefine your perspective of Qatar's vibrant capital.