Top 5 things to do while transiting in Qatar

Hamad International Airport is a doorway into a new life perspective, because it isn’t just a place to travel through, it’s the start of an adventure. Whether you are departing or transferring at the airport, there is always something to do so waiting never feels like waiting.

EXPLORE THE ICONIC HAMAD INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Known as one of the world’s best airports, Qatar’s main airport and transit hub caters to all travelers flying from or through the airport. Here are 5 things you can do while at Hamad International Airport.

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1. A Destination that Amazes You: ORCHARD

The airport’s indoor tropical garden ORCHARD promotes relaxation and wellbeing. The 300 trees and over 25,000 shrubs and plants create an amazing background and an ideal location to capture memorable moments. Wrapped with bespoke retail and dining experiences, the area also has a water feature and natural lighting beaming through the grid shell roof creating a calming ambience.

Top 5 things to do while transiting in Qatar

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2. A Destination to Explore: ART

Hamad International Airport is known for its art installations, creating a gallery for art enthusiasts and more! The airport has over 30 displays, with the iconic ‘Lamp Bear’ by Urs Fischer which is synonymous with the airport. Creating a place of wonder, there are art pieces spread across the airport such as Ahmed Al Bahrani’s ‘A Message of Peace to the World’; Jean-Michel Othoniel’s ‘COSMOS’ and KAWS’ ‘Small Lie’ to name a few.

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3. A Destination filled with Flavour: DINING

Dining at Hamad International Airport let’s travelers be a part of a few ‘firsts’ in the airport industry with dining experience such as the ‘Harrod’s Tea Room’, Oreo Café, Fendi Café and Ralph’s Coffee Shop being the only of its kind in an airport. Along with multiple food courts, the airport offers local cuisine, as well as Gordon Ramsey’s Burger and Gordon Ramsey Street Pizza.

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5. A Destination that Rejuvenates You: RELAX

The airport offers a variety of relaxation and rejuvenating offerings for travelers. The Vitality Wellbeing and Fitness Centre has a 25-metre swimming pool, gym, spa, golf simulator and a squash court; and located at multiple locations at the airport are sleep ’n fly lounges and showers, Be Relax Spa, amongst others.

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Explore the world via Qatar and turn your hours of transit into an extended holiday. Travellers transiting in Qatar for over 8 hours can pick and choose from these activities to experience Qatar’s hospitality, culture and beyond. We've made this a seamless experience for you. We will take care of all arrangements for your transit and ensure you will be back on time for your flight. Enjoy a stress-free time in Qatar and prepare to discover the country and explore its beautiful offerings before you leave for your final destination. Choose any of the transit tours below to find more details.

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THINKING OF STAYING IN QATAR A BIT LONGER?

Once you’ve explored all the magical sights and flavours to be found inside Hamad International Airport, the magic outside awaits. If you’re in Qatar for a quick stopover, there are five things you absolutely must add to your travel bucket list.

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Things to know before travelling

Visas

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