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Qatar Attractions

National Museum of Qatar

A visit to the National Museum is a cultural highlight of any Doha vacation. Set in an Arabian palace surrounding a salt-water lagoon, this museum boasts vast and varied exhibits including traditional art, architectural artefacts and ornately furnished rooms. Don't miss the documentary on...  see full details

Doha Fort (Al Koot)

This Moorish-style relic of military power now exhibits historical photographs and artwork depicting daily life, as well as exhibitions detailing many Bedouin Sadu handicrafts and practices, including wooden ornaments, fishing equipment, boat-building, rope-making and gypsum-burning techniques. While the examples may be unrefined, they are a...  see full details

Aladdin's Kingdom

As the only theme park in the entire Persian Gulf, and often referred to as 'Entertainment City', Aladdin's Kingdom is a Doha fairground offering visitors the thrill of roller-coaster rides, bumper cars and a Ferris Wheel, as well as great fairground treats such as...  see full details

Al Wakrah

On the way to Umm Said lies the town of Al Wakrah, boasting all the charm of a seaside village. Local livelihood has traditionally depended on pearl diving and fishing, focused around the stunning beach and active harbour. The Al Wakrah Museum is...  see full details

Palm Tree Island

Less than 15 minutes away by boat, Palm Tree Island (Al Nakhil) is essentially a sandbar in the middle of Doha Bay. This retreat is best enjoyed by visitors relaxing on its gorgeous beaches with a cold drink in hand and a barbecue...  see full details

Al Khor Museum

The town of Al Khor lies about 35 miles (57km) north of Doha. The Al Khor Museum is a double-storey building housing anthropological exhibitions as well as an excavation section displaying the numerous archaeological discoveries made in the Al Khor vicinity. Visitors will see...  see full details

Weaponry Museum

The Qatar Museum Authority has an extensive collection of antique weapons, such as swords, daggers and historic firearms housed in the Weaponry Museum in Qatar's Al Lagta area. This museum showcases the beauty of traditional Arabic weaponry, particularly the swords and intricate craftsmanship of...  see full details

Museum of Islamic Art

The Museum of Islamic Art in Qatar houses an exquisite collection of artworks from the Islamic world. The pieces on display date from the 7th to the 19th centuries, and include glass, ivory, wood, ceramics, textiles, metal, precious stones and manuscripts. The collection housed...  see full details

Oryx Farm and Equestrian Club

The Oryx Farm and Equestrian Club is a protected breeding centre for the endangered Oryx. Situated 10 miles (16km) from Doha in Al Shahaniya, the centre offers visitors the chance to see relatively large herds of the protected Arabian Oryx. The farms warders...  see full details

Khor Al Adaid (Inland Sea)

Khor Al Adaid is a breathtaking and unique geographical area in the south-east of Qatar. The Inland Sea is a tidal lake nestled in amongst the crescent-shaped sand dunes. The shallow body of water has a narrow outlet into the sea and many...  see full details

Souqs

Doha is world-famous for its collection of souqs, which are (largely open-air) market-places selling a wide variety of goods. Shopaholics will feel as though they've died and gone to heaven when perusing Doha's incredible range of souqs, where anything and everything can be bought....  see full details