A spectacular skyline welcomes you to Doha, Qatar’s thriving coastal capital on the Arabian peninsula. Get ready to experience one of the Middle East’s most enchanting cities and feel more than ever before.
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Doha, a magical gateway to Qatar
Our capital is a melting pot of over 94 nationalities that welcomes visitors with open arms. Doha is the ideal place to start your journey of exploring all that Qatar has to offer.
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Weather in Qatar
With year-round sunshine, Doha has endless things to see and do.
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Currency and payments
Everything you need to know about money in Doha.
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Getting around in Doha
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Discover more excitement in Doha
From food festivals and mesmerising museums to dune bashing and camel races – the city of Doha offers riveting activities, events and excursions to enjoy on your visit.
Metallica at F1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2025
Get ready to rock! 🤘 Metallica is bringing their electrifying performance to the F1 — an unforgettable night of speed and sound in Doha!
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Nov
FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ Activations in Msheireb Downtown Doha
Experience football at Msheireb with live screenings, activities, performances and family fun.
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Dec
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Dec
16 Nations, One Spirit, Two Islands
Enjoy football season with live screenings, games, and family fun at The Pearl and Gewan Islands.
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Dec
To
18
Dec
Coffee, Tea & Chocolate Festival
Savor the world of flavors at the Coffee, Tea & Chocolate Festival – where taste meets delight!
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Dec
To
13
Dec
Layali Al Arab: Amr Diab
A world class night with the Arab world’s biggest artist — in the most iconic beach club setting in Doha.
05
Dec
Qatar East to West Ultra Marathon 2025
Qatar Ultra Marathon 2025 — 90 km of challenge and excitement from east to west! 🤩
05
Dec
Global Champions Arabians Tour
A prestigious event celebrating the beauty, heritage, and excellence of purebred Arabian horses.
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Dec
To
06
Dec
InflataRun Football Madness
Experience InflataRun Football Madness Qatar’s biggest inflatable football event at 900 Park!
29
Nov
To
28
Dec
FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ Activations in Msheireb Downtown Doha
Experience football at Msheireb with live screenings, activities, performances and family fun.
01
Dec
To
18
Dec
16 Nations, One Spirit, Two Islands
Enjoy football season with live screenings, games, and family fun at The Pearl and Gewan Islands.
01
Dec
To
18
Dec
Coffee, Tea & Chocolate Festival
Savor the world of flavors at the Coffee, Tea & Chocolate Festival – where taste meets delight!
04
Dec
To
13
Dec
Layali Al Arab: Amr Diab
A world class night with the Arab world’s biggest artist — in the most iconic beach club setting in Doha.
05
Dec
Qatar East to West Ultra Marathon 2025
Qatar Ultra Marathon 2025 — 90 km of challenge and excitement from east to west! 🤩
05
Dec
Global Champions Arabians Tour
A prestigious event celebrating the beauty, heritage, and excellence of purebred Arabian horses.
05
Dec
To
06
Dec
InflataRun Football Madness
Experience InflataRun Football Madness Qatar’s biggest inflatable football event at 900 Park!
29
Nov
To
28
Dec
The 15th Edition of Katara Traditional Dhow Festival
Celebrate Qatar’s maritime heritage at the 15th Katara Traditional Dhow Festival 2026, showcasing authentic crafts, culture, and seafaring traditions.
27
Nov
To
18
Dec
FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ Activations in Msheireb Downtown Doha
Experience football at Msheireb with live screenings, activities, performances and family fun.
01
Dec
To
18
Dec
16 Nations, One Spirit, Two Islands
Enjoy football season with live screenings, games, and family fun at The Pearl and Gewan Islands.
01
Dec
To
18
Dec
Coffee, Tea & Chocolate Festival
Savor the world of flavors at the Coffee, Tea & Chocolate Festival – where taste meets delight!
04
Dec
To
13
Dec
Qatar East to West Ultra Marathon 2025
Qatar Ultra Marathon 2025 — 90 km of challenge and excitement from east to west! 🤩
05
Dec
Global Champions Arabians Tour
A prestigious event celebrating the beauty, heritage, and excellence of purebred Arabian horses.
05
Dec
To
06
Dec
Polo AlMarsa Qatar 2025
Polo AlMarsa Qatar 2025: Elite polo, culture, and luxury hospitality on Doha’s waterfront.
11
Dec
To
13
Dec
Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Ed Sheeran
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Doha. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay vs. Ed Sheeran at MIA Western Courtyard - Museum of Islamic Art under the gentle glow of candlelight.
11
Dec
Candlelight: The Best of Ludovico Einaudi
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Doha. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Ludovico Einaudi at MIA Western Courtyard - Museum of Islamic Art under the gentle glow of candlelight.
11
Dec
Stopover experience
Planning a quick stopover in Doha? Experience the essence of Qatar’s capital on your visit with ready-made packages at some of the best hotels in Doha that will make you fall in love with our country.
Discover Doha through the ages
With a history that stretches back millennia, Doha has gone from humble beginnings as a small port town in the 1820s to the modern metropolis that it is today.
Frequently asked questions about Doha
Hamad International Airport is about 14 kilometres from the city, so it will take you just 20 minutes by car.
Qatar is on Arabia Standard Time (AST), UTC +3.
Doha is one of the world’s safest cities, and you should have no problems exploring it on foot. There are plenty of walking routes dotted around the city – areas like the Doha Corniche, Msheireb Downtown and The Pearl-Qatar are particularly well-suited to pedestrians, with many museums and sights to explore.
It’s not expected of visitors to wear the traditional Qatari attire or be fully covered in Doha, but it's advised to wear modest clothing as a show of respect towards the local culture.
Throughout Qatar, drinking in public is prohibited. In Doha, you will find licensed restaurants, bars and hotels that sell alcohol to visitors over the age of 21.
Plan your trip to Doha
Explore the contemporary yet culture-rich city of Doha, where you can fill your days with activities like fine dining at world-class restaurants, exploring art and ancient artefacts at the city’s museums, wandering the streets of Souq Waqif, and soaking up the sun at luxurious beaches. Doha is a destination that offers it all.
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Things to know before travelling
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Visas
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Getting here
Planning your trip to Qatar? Check how to get here.
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Travel tips
Make the most of your visit with our handy travel guide.
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Getting around
From a dhow boat to our world-class metro, here’s how to easily explore Qatar.
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