Things to Do in Doha: 12 Unmissable Experiences
A local's list of Doha's must-do experiences, from heritage markets and world-class museums to the desert and the Gulf.
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Culture and heritage
- Souq Waqif — Doha's traditional market, with spices, oud, falcons and cafés
- Museum of Islamic Art — I.M. Pei's masterpiece on its own island
- National Museum of Qatar — Jean Nouvel's 'Desert Rose' building
- Katara Cultural Village — amphitheatre, mosques and pigeon towers
Modern Doha
- The Corniche and West Bay skyline
- The Pearl-Qatar's Venetian-style Qanat Quartier
- Lusail Boulevard and the World Cup stadium
- Msheireb Downtown, a modern take on traditional Qatari architecture
Desert and sea
- Desert safari and the Inland Sea
- Dhow cruise on Doha Bay
- Mangrove kayaking at Al Thakhira
- Zekreet, Film City and Richard Serra's sculpture on the west coast
How to see it all
Our Doha City Tour covers the highlights in a half day, and the combo tour adds a desert safari. If you have a layover, see our Doha layover guide for timing.
Quick answers
How many days do you need in Doha?
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Two to three days cover the main sights, a desert safari and a cruise. With one day, choose our city tour and desert safari combo.
