Qatar is welcoming 102 countries visa-free, check your visa status here.
Visit Qatar App
Explore things to do in Qatar!
Things To Do
Explore Qatar's charming neighbourhoods, indulge in superb food, embark on thrilling adventures, uncover cultural gems, and spend meaningful family time; start planning your holiday with our themed itineraries designed to cover all travellers.
Situated next to Al Rayyan Stadium, the Mall of Qatar offers 500 retail, dining, and café options. Every section of the mall, from its distinctive facade to its exciting interiors, holds an element of surprise, promising a memorable experience.
Saturday to Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday & Friday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara is a unique Arabian island experience. The resort offers 141 luxury rooms, suites and over-water villas on a private island just off the Qatari mainland coast. Also on the island are six different dining options, a spa, a fitness centre, a surf pool, kids’ play areas and a host of exciting watersports.
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.
Explore Qatar's charming neighbourhoods, indulge in superb food, embark on thrilling adventures, uncover cultural gems, and spend meaningful family time; start planning your holiday with our themed itineraries designed to cover all travellers.
Featuring over 400 brands, and home to the country’s first Harvey Nichols and IKEA stores, Doha Festival City is more than a shoppers’ paradise. With dining outlets catering to all tastes and budgets, it also contains the region’s first Angry Birds World and winter-themed SnowDunes theme parks, and Virtuocity, the country’s first e-gaming hub.
Mall hours are:
Saturday to Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM & 01:00pm – 11:00 PM
For visitors who prefer a less crowded shopping experience, the mall is quietest between 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Chef Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa’s blending of traditional Japanese dishes with Peruvian ingredients fits right into Doha’s international culinary scene. There are a handful of Nobu restaurants around the world and the Doha location is the largest, a freestanding shelllike beacon on its own pier in the Arabian Gulf. Inside, it is sleek, luxurious and has a spectacular view. It’s a memorable experience from start to finish, from the architecture to the excellent, knowledgeable service. There are many reasons to love Nobu’s signature dish, the black cod in miso—it’s sustainably fished, rich in flavour, silky in texture and deceptively simple. But the miso cod isn’t the only hero of Nobu, and might not even be your highlight. The foie gras shiitake dumplings (on the tapas menu) and the light and flawless whitefish sashimi are unmissable.
Every day: 6:30 PM-1:00 AM
Explore Qatar's charming neighbourhoods, indulge in superb food, embark on thrilling adventures, uncover cultural gems, and spend meaningful family time; start planning your holiday with our themed itineraries designed to cover all travellers.
The Museum of Illusions is a world of captivating illusions which will make you wonder and amaze you at the same time. It offers an intriguing and fun experience for all ages, through interactive activities and educational information. The space is ideal for family visits, group visits, team bonding activities, birthday parties and event gatherings. Schedule your visit and enter a world of a fascinating adventure.
Sunday to Wednesday
9 am – 10 pm
Thursday And Saturday
9 am – 10 pm
Friday
1 pm – 10 pm
A shopping and entertainment centre, Villaggio mall sits within Aspire Zone, and contrasts the sporty offerings therein with pure decadence. From budget to luxury, there are options aplenty. Clothing to jewellery, quick bites to leisurely meals, movies or theme parks, Villaggio is a one-stop family (though maybe not wallet) friendly destination.
Sunday to Wednesday – 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Thursday & Saturday – 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Friday – 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM & 12:30 PM to 11:00PM
Explore Qatar's charming neighbourhoods, indulge in superb food, embark on thrilling adventures, uncover cultural gems, and spend meaningful family time; start planning your holiday with our themed itineraries designed to cover all travellers.
Souq Waqif is a bustling blend of sights, sounds, and scents that captures the heart of Qatar’s rich culture. Wander through its winding alleys, lined with spice stalls, handcrafted goods, and local art. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere where tradition meets the modern, and each moment offers a new discovery. A must-see for any visitor to Doha, this historic souq embodies the very essence of the city, making for an unmissable and unforgettable experience.
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.
Explore Qatar's charming neighbourhoods, indulge in superb food, embark on thrilling adventures, uncover cultural gems, and spend meaningful family time; start planning your holiday with our themed itineraries designed to cover all travellers.
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'.
Open 24 Hours
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.
Sunday to Saturday: 6:00 AM - 10:0 PM
Explore Qatar's charming neighbourhoods, indulge in superb food, embark on thrilling adventures, uncover cultural gems, and spend meaningful family time; start planning your holiday with our themed itineraries designed to cover all travellers.
Al Hazm, which means "the higher ground", certainly delivers on this, offering an elevated experience. Built in Italianate style with shops, cafes and restaurants ringing a central promenade, this is a favourite spot for locals. Combining art, culture, and gastronomy, this opulent complex embodies luxury, paying tribute to Italy's timeless classism and Arabia's finest hospitality.
Mall hours are:
Saturday - Thursday from 9:00 AM till 12:00 midnight
Friday from 10:00 AM till 12:00 midnight
Designed by Rem Koolhaas, the diamond shaped exterior of the library belies its spacious interior, which prioritizes light and visibility. The bookshelves themselves are an integral part of the building, rising out of the floor and blending into the architecture; Innovative technologies are seamlessly integrated throughout the building, enhancing accessibility and efficiency.
Saturday to Thursday: 8am-8pm
Friday: 4pm-8pm
With the St. Regis Hotel Doha, the acclaimed St. Regis hotel group delivers its brand of understated luxury with a uniquely Arabian touch. The hotel offers 335 rooms and suites, 15 world-class dining destinations, a spa, a fitness centre, tennis and padel courts, a kids’ club, a private beach and an Olympic-sized swimming pool.
Open 24 hours
Want to travel visa-free? Check if you qualify here.
Planning your trip to Qatar? Check how to get here.
Make the most of your visit with our handy travel guide.
From a dhow boat to our world-class metro, here’s how to easily explore Qatar.
Get your dose of travel inspiration straight to your inbox.
Thank you for subscribing! Your dose of travel inspiration will be delivered straight to your inbox. Stay tuned!
