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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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Getting around in Doha
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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.
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Doha International Basketball Championship
The championship promises to deliver moments full of excitement and entertainment.
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26
Sep
Creative Work by Arabic Calligraphy
A workshop inspired by the Arabic calligraphy that resides in MIA galleries.
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27
Sep
Majlis Book Club
'Memoirs of an Arabian Princess’ by Emily Ruete.
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27
Sep
The Philharmonic at The Library: Oldies Goldies
Adding a touch of nostalgia, the Oldies Goldies concert will bring back popular songs from the past, taking us on a journey through our memories.
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27
Sep
How To Spot An Original
Good design is worth copying.
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Sep
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08
Oct
Qatar Open 9 Ball Championship 2023
With Prizes More Than QR One Million (QR 1,000,000) Qatar Open 9-Ball Championship 2023.
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30
Sep
Al Wakrah Challenge 2023
The first edition of the Al Wakrah Challenge race is set to be held on September 30, 2023
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30
Sep
A Night of Tchaikovsky
Join the Philharmonic for a night featuring two of Tchaikovsky’s greatest compositions.
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Sep
To
30
Sep
Doha International Basketball Championship
The championship promises to deliver moments full of excitement and entertainment.
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30
Sep
To
08
Oct
Qatar Open 9 Ball Championship 2023
With Prizes More Than QR One Million (QR 1,000,000) Qatar Open 9-Ball Championship 2023.
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30
Sep
Al Wakrah Challenge 2023
The first edition of the Al Wakrah Challenge race is set to be held on September 30, 2023
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30
Sep
A Night of Tchaikovsky
Join the Philharmonic for a night featuring two of Tchaikovsky’s greatest compositions.
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Sep
To
18
Nov
100% Cardboard Workshop
Create your own furniture inspired by some of the furniture pieces displayed in the ‘Masterpieces of Furniture Design’ exhibition.
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04
Nov
Kids Art Club
Get creative at Mall of Qatar's Kids Art Club! Sept 21 - Nov 4, Wed-Sat, 3 PM - 9 PM.
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May 24
Shattered, 2023
In this thought-provoking installation, Turkish artist Feleksan Onar’s artistic lens zooms in on the tragedies behind the recent earthquakes that devastated Southeast Turkey and Northern Syria.
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Sep
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08
Nov
Home Styling Workshop
Calling design enthusiasts. Learn more about interior design and styling with a local creative.
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Mar 24
Doha Expo 2023
The first A1 International Horticultural Exhibition in Qatar, the Middle East, North Africa.
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Oct
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Oct
Formula 1® Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2023
Get ready to enjoy an exciting and unique experience in the world of Formula 1 racing.
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Oct
To
14
Oct
Geneva International Motor Show Qatar
Discover the Ultimate Festival of Automotive Excellence.
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Oct
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14
Oct
Classics Gallery
An exhibition highlighting a collection of the best cars ever made, in addition to showcasing vehicles with Qatari & Arabian provenance & pedigree, along with some automotive jewelry pieces from the car museum in Qatar.
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Oct
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13
Oct
Adventure hub
Experience the exhilaration of test driving on a desert circuit and discover even more delights. Have an amazing adventure!
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09
Oct
Future Design Forum
GIMS Qatar explores the future of car design, hosting a curated and selected set of discussions that specifically explore the potential for bold new design directions for luxury and supercars.
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Oct
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Oct
Track Days
Feel the thrill of driving at the all-new Lusail International Circuit!
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Nov
Ajyal Film Festival
The Festival aims to empower the region's youth and to inspire film enthusiasts of all ages.
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Indulge in Doha’s world-class cuisine and hospitality
Doha’s hospitality and variety of cuisines are what foodie dreams are made of. Get a taste of local delicacies and explore world-renowned restaurants.
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 around
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