A week of exploring Qatar’s cities

  1. Day 1: Doha Corniche
    25 minutes (15 km) from Hamad International Airport

    Walk or bike along the Doha Corniche to enjoy the view of the Persian Gulf, Katara Cultural Village, and the famous Pearl-Qatar.

  2. Day 2: Museum of Islamic Art
    25 minutes (15 km) from Doha Corniche

    Admire Islamic art from three continents with artifacts ranging from the 7th to the 19th century.

  3. Day 3: Villaggio Mall
    20 minutes (12 km) from Museum of Islamic Art

    Shop and dine at Qatar’s most luxurious shopping mall that looks like a Venetian renaissance town.

  4. Day 4: Aspire Park and Villas
    25 minutes (15 km) from Villaggio Mall

    Relax in a lush green park, go on a boat ride, try some sports activities, and see the Olympic-size swimming pool.

  5. Day 5: The Pearl-Qatar
    20 minutes (10 km) from Aspire Park and Villas

    Visit Qatar’s artificial island that resembles a string of pearls, and indulge in luxury shopping, dining, and living.

  6. Day 6: Souq Waqif
    20 minutes (9 km) from The Pearl-Qatar

    Get souvenirs, spices, and perfumes from a traditional market that has emerged as a popular tourist destination thanks to its preserved architecture.

  7. Day 7: Katara Cultural Village
    15 minutes (7 km) from Souq Waqif

    Experience Qatar’s art, music, food and architecture along the eastern coast of Doha.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Doha Corniche (30 minutes, free)
  • Museum of Islamic Art (1.5 hours, free)
  • Villaggio Mall (2 hours, cost depending on purchases)
  • Aspire Park and Villas (2 hours, free)
  • The Pearl-Qatar (3 hours, cost depending on purchases)
  • Souq Waqif (2 hours, free entrance, cost depending on purchases)
  • Katara Cultural Village (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $100

Useful tips

If you have more time, don’t miss the falcon souq, Al Wakra old town, Al Thakira mangroves, and Zekreet’s film city. If you have less time, eliminate visits that are less interesting to you, and add desert safaris, nightlife spots, or spa retreats depending on your preferences and budget.

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