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Education City: Architecture, Stadium and Campus Life

Education City is a sprawling campus of universities, research centres and striking buildings, with a World Cup stadium at its edge.

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West Bay towers on the Doha skyline

A campus of ideas

Qatar Foundation's campus hosts international universities, schools and research centres in a landscape of contemporary architecture.

Highlights

Look for the Education City Stadium, the Qatar National Library, the mosque and public artworks around the campus.

  • Education City Stadium
  • Qatar National Library
  • Education City Mosque
  • Outdoor sculptures

Visiting

Much of the campus is open to visitors, but some buildings are restricted. A guided tour can give context.

Getting there

The Green Line metro connects Education City with central Doha.

Quick answers

Is Education City open to the public?

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Many areas are open; some buildings require permission.

How long should I spend there?

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Half a day with a guided tour.

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