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Overall view of the itinerary
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2 museums
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1 souq
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3 popular neighborhoods
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Desert experience
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Dhow boat cruise
1
Free
Day 1
Souq Waqif
Built on the site of Doha’s century old trading market, on the banks of the Wadi Musheireb, Souq Waqif feels like an anachronism, particularly against the backdrop of Doha’s dramatic modernist skyline. With its mud-daubed buildings, the 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.
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2
Free
Day 1
Souq Waqif Art Center
Located in Doha’s central market, the Souq Waqif Art Centre showcases traditional Islamic and Middle Eastern art, offering workshops and studio spaces for aspiring artists seeking to learn the fundamentals of various art disciplines. The centre has distinguished itself for its direct relationship with the public through art presentations, exhibitions, and public courses throughout the year.
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3
Free
Day 1
Msheireb Downtown Doha
Msheireb Downtown Doha contains over 100 buildings with commercial and residential properties as well as retail and cultural offerings, and stunning Barahat or courtyard. It also includes niche retail and a variety of al fresco dining options as well as entertainment venues, Qatar Academy Msheireb, and four hotels: Mandarin Oriental Doha, Al Wadi Hotel MGallery, Park Hyatt Hotel and Boutique Hotel. Not to mention the Msheireb Museums, a project by Msheireb Properties that celebrates the history of Qatar through four heritage houses in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha.
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4
Paid
Day 1
National Museum of Qatar
Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel, the National Museum of Qatar draws inspiration from and recreates the naturally occurring crystal formations known as the desert rose. Built around Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al-Thani’s original palace, and the seat of government for 25 years, the National Museum of Qatar gives voice to Qatar’s heritage whilst celebrating its future. It spans a whopping 430,500 square feet.
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Saturday–Thursday: 9:00–19:00
Fridays: 13:30–19:00
5
Free
Day 1
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 is the site of many cultural performances. Adjoining the main development, a spacious public beach offers water sports and equipment rentals.
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Open 24 Hours
1
Free
Day 2
Khor Al Adaid Beach
This area of southern Qatar is one of the most unusual yet attractive destinations imaginable. The pristine sea and ever-changing sands make visits totally memorable.
Wonderful to observe and fun to drive across, the dunes reach dizzying heights of up to 40 metres.
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Inland Sea Off Rd, Qatar
2
Free
Day 2
Banyan Tree Doha
Exquisitely designed by renowned interior designer Jacques Garcia, this property is renowned for featuring extravagant accommodation options with a phenomenal architectural design. The design foundation signifies the four elements of life; earth, fire, water and air and is accentuated by the trees of life at the hotel’s lobby. Banyan Tree Doha offers a tranquil haven to rejuvenate the mind, body and soul in an inspirational ambience, allowing guests to appreciate the warm hospitality while creating authentic and memorable experiences.
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Al Khaleej Street, Mushaireb, P.O. Box 4928, Doha, Qatar
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Free
Day 3
The Pearl-Qatar
The Pearl Qatar is a man-made island near Doha's prestigious West Bay District. Featuring Mediterranean-style yacht-lined marinas, residential towers, villas, and hotels, the area also offers a luxurious shopping experience with premium designer boutiques and showrooms. The Island is also home to modern dining spots - from refreshing ice creams to five-star culinary experiences, and stands out for its pedestrian-friendly squares and plazas along with its wide range of landscaped gardens. The Pearl is a popular visitor attraction by virtue of its elegance, inviting descriptions such as the 'Arabian Riviera'.
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Open 24 Hours
2
Free
Day 3
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 is the site of many cultural performances. Adjoining the main development, a spacious public beach offers water sports and equipment rentals.
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Open 24 Hours
3
Free
Day 3
21 High st
21 High st is the ultimate outdoor destination in Qatar. Come and enjoy a great shopping experience in an AC-regulated, cool environment throughout the year.
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4
Free
Day 3
Marsa Katara
Marsa Katara is a luxurious dining concept, the first of its kind in Qatar. Come and taste exquisite International Mediterranean Cuisine within a beautiful setting.
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1
Free
Day 4
The Corniche
One of Doha’s most iconic attractions, 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, making the epicenter of various occasions such as the National Day celebrations and the National Sports Day. Watch the dhows lighting up the Corniche in the evenings while on your walk around the bay or simply take a boat ride to soak in the vista of this city.
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Doha
Get inspired
Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel
2
Paid
Day 4
Museum of Islamic Art
On a purpose-built island abutting the Corniche, Doha’s waterfront promenade, the building itself is an architectural wonder designed by Pritzker Prize winning architect I.M. Pei. The museum contains four floors of permanent and temporary exhibitions, gift shop, a café and a haute cuisine restaurant IDAM by renowned chef Alain Ducasse, on the fifth floor. It is also home to a heritage library, with a collection of 21,000 books including 2000 rare editions in both Arabic and English.
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Saturday–Thursday: 9:00–19:00
Fridays: 13:30–19:00
3
Free
Day 4
Doha Quest
Quest is Qatar’s first-ever theme park, in Doha Oasis Mall, Msheireb. Quest is a 32,000 sqm. novel indoor entertainment destination which caters to an audience of all ages, comprised of over 30 rides and attractions, featuring a mix of adrenaline-heavy thrill rides, media-controlled simulators, virtual reality experiences, miniature thrill rides for the younger guests, and family-friendly attractions, all offering an experience unlike any other in Doha.
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Monday to Saturday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: closed
4
Free
Day 4
Education City
Education City is the home of the local Hamad Bin Khalifa University, and seven international universities: Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Texas A&M University at Qatar, Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, Georgetown University in Qatar, Northwestern University in Qatar, and HEC Paris. It also has 13 schools - as a part of Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education, Qatar National Library, Education City Stadium – one of the venues of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, the Qur’anic Botanic Garden, Oxygen Park, Ceremonial Green Spine, Ceremonial Court, Minaretein (Education City Mosque), Al Shaqab, Qatar National Convention Centre, and the Education City Golf Club, not to mention Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art as well as several art exhibitions and installations including Seeroo fi al ardh.
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Sunday to Saturday: 6:00 AM - 10:0 PM
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