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
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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.
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23
Nov
Year End Conference 2024 - American Institute of Architects Middle East
In this conference, we will dig into the details of how the Urban Fabric of the country sets a bold and daring example of unity in diversity.
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22
Nov
Super Star Ramy Sabry Concert
A special musical evening and an unforgettable experience await you with super star Ramy Sabry in his first concert in Qatar! 🎶
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22
Nov
To
30
Nov
Disney on Ice Presents 'Let’s Celebrate' Show
Celebrate with Mickey, Minnie, and their Disney friends while reliving the adventures of your favorite Disney stories
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23
Nov
To
25
Nov
Katara Children's Festival
Katara Children's Festival will offer activities and entertainment across the entire Katara outdoor area.
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Nov
To
23
Nov
Ajyal Film Festival 2024
Ajyal turns twelve this year, and we are delighted to bring you another compelling edition of our annual festival from 16–23 November.
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Oct 24
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Feb 25
Ellsworth Kelly At 100 Exhibition
This is the American artist’s first-ever retrospective in the Middle East
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Nov
To
23
Nov
THEEB Ultra Marathon Trail Race 2024
Join the excitement of THEEB Ultra Marathon Trail Race 2024 where participants of all ages and fitness levels tackle distances from 800m to 50km in a celebration of sports and community! 🚴♂️🏃♀️
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23
Nov
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30
Nov
Global South Arts & Health Week Qatar 2024
Join Qatar's Global South Arts & Health Week, for creativity, workshops, and networking.
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22
Nov
To
23
Nov
Year End Conference 2024 - American Institute of Architects Middle East
In this conference, we will dig into the details of how the Urban Fabric of the country sets a bold and daring example of unity in diversity.
View more
22
Nov
Super Star Ramy Sabry Concert
A special musical evening and an unforgettable experience await you with super star Ramy Sabry in his first concert in Qatar! 🎶
View more
22
Nov
To
30
Nov
Disney on Ice Presents 'Let’s Celebrate' Show
Celebrate with Mickey, Minnie, and their Disney friends while reliving the adventures of your favorite Disney stories
View more
23
Nov
To
25
Nov
Katara Children's Festival
Katara Children's Festival will offer activities and entertainment across the entire Katara outdoor area.
View more
16
Nov
To
23
Nov
Ajyal Film Festival 2024
Ajyal turns twelve this year, and we are delighted to bring you another compelling edition of our annual festival from 16–23 November.
View more
31
Oct 24
To
25
Feb 25
Ellsworth Kelly At 100 Exhibition
This is the American artist’s first-ever retrospective in the Middle East
View more
22
Nov
To
23
Nov
THEEB Ultra Marathon Trail Race 2024
Join the excitement of THEEB Ultra Marathon Trail Race 2024 where participants of all ages and fitness levels tackle distances from 800m to 50km in a celebration of sports and community! 🚴♂️🏃♀️
View more
23
Nov
To
30
Nov
Global South Arts & Health Week Qatar 2024
Join Qatar's Global South Arts & Health Week, for creativity, workshops, and networking.
View more
22
Nov
To
23
Nov
Year End Conference 2024 - American Institute of Architects Middle East
In this conference, we will dig into the details of how the Urban Fabric of the country sets a bold and daring example of unity in diversity.
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25
Nov
To
27
Nov
Qatar Travel Mart 2024
This exhibition is considered the premier platform for travel and tourism, bringing together the finest destinations worldwide to share the latest developments in all fields.
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25
Nov
To
30
Nov
Qatar International Art Festival 2024
The 6th Edition of QIAF 2024, one of the largest art festivals in Qatar.
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28
Nov
Misfits Qatar: The Supercard Presented by Visit Qatar
This is the first-ever Misfits Boxing event in the region. Misfits Boxing is a crossover boxing promoter, featuring some of the largest social media stars, YouTubers, and influencers rather than those from a traditional boxing background. Misfits launched
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28
Nov
Legends El Clasico: Real Madrid vs Barcelona in Qatar
Historic match: Real Madrid vs. Barcelona at Khalifa International Stadium.
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Nov
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01
Dec
Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2024
Be ready to enjoy an exhilarating round of the Formula 1 World Championship at the Lusail International Circuit!
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Dec
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05
Dec
MENA Fintech Festival
The MENA Fintech Festival returns for its third edition to provide a leading platform for fintech leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs to meet, exchange insights, and drive the future of financial technology.
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11
Dec
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18
Dec
FIFA Intercontinental Cup Finals 2024™
Get ready to witness the ultimate global showdown at the FIFA Intercontinental Cup Finals 2024™, where continental champions come together for an unmissable sporting event! ⚽️
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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
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Getting around
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