Take your tastebuds on a tour of Doha’s finest culinary establishments.
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Things To Do
Take your tastebuds on a tour of Doha’s finest culinary establishments.
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 Sharq Village & Spa, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, is a palatial resort overlooking a 350m-long private beach on Doha Bay. With 174 rooms and suites, the resort is suitable for business travellers as well as couples and families. Seven dining options are to be found on the property, as well as an extensive spa, fitness centre and three swimming pools, including a 1700sqm infinity pool.
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Situated in the ultra-exclusive neighbourhood of West Bay, the Ritz-Carlton is an opulent, high-rise hotel comprising 374 deluxe rooms and suites. There are also seven different dining options, a spa, a fitness centre and outdoor and indoor pools.
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.
Saturday–Thursday: 9:00–19:00
Fridays: 13:30–19:00
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.
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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Nestled between the desert and the vibrant city center, Al Messila, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Doha, welcomes guests to spend their days immersed in a luxurious oasis. With rooms and suites that accommodate all needs and offer a true essence of home, a unique Al Messila Spa that introduces a new perspective on holistic wellbeing, and restaurants that will excite your taste buds, Al Messila Resort & Spa is a haven for travelers.
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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The Mondrian, Doha is a spectacular destination hotel conveniently situated close to Doha’s main attractions. Housed in a 27-storey building, the hotel commands dramatic views of the city and the bay. The hotel has 270 rooms and suites, an indoor pool, as well as eight dining and nightlife locations. There’s also an expansive fitness area and a restorative spa.
The last word in all-out glamour and sophistication, the W Hotel in West Bay is an iconic Doha address. Comprising 289 deluxe rooms and suites, spacious residences, six award-winning dining options, a convenient food-to-go outlet, a spa, a gym and a spectacular pool, the hotel has all the ingredients for a high-octane city stay.
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