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Things to see in Doha (Qatar): 22 places and when to go
Doha is a major city in Qatar with around 1,450,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 22 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (6), History (4), With kids (4). The best known are Museum of Islamic Art, Doha, Souq Waqif and Church of Our Lady of the Rosary. The best time to come is November to March; also possible: April and October. In June there are 13 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 26. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Qatar · 25.2866, 51.533
- Population
- About 1,450,000
- Places
- 22 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (6) · History (4) · With kids (4) · Wildlife (3) · Nature (3) · Food and drink (2)
- Best time
- November to March.
- Also possible
- April and October.
- Nearest airport
- DIA Doha, 4.5 km as the crow flies
What to see in Doha
The places in and around Doha, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Museum of Islamic Art, DohaArt museum in Doha, Qatar1.2 km
- Souq WaqifSouq (market) in Doha, in the state of Qatar190 m
- Church of Our Lady of the RosaryRoman Catholic church at the Religious Complex in Abu Hamour, Doha, Qatar8.3 km
- Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural CenterQatari mosque376 m
- Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern ArtMuseum of modern and contemporary art at Doha12 km
- Al Koot FortHistorical military fortress located in the heart of Doha, Qatar's capital city201 m
- Amiri Diwan of QatarBuilding in Doha, Qatar789 m
- Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani MuseumMuseum located in Qatar28 km
- Al Wabra Wildlife PreservationWildlife preserve in Qatar37 km
- Al Wahda ArchesMonumental arches in Doha5.6 km
- Al Wakrah SouqSouq in Qatar15 km
- Angry Birds World QatarWith kids14 km
- Azure Beach DohaBeaches17 km
- Doha ZooWith kids · Wildlife11 km
- Persian GulfExtension of the Indian Ocean7.6 km
- HAMAD PORT VISITORS CENTERMuseum29 km
- Lusail PalaceHistory29 km
- M7Gallery531 m
- Meryal WaterparkWith kids16 km
- Dahl Al MisfirCave in Qatar35 km
- National Museum of QatarMuseum in Doha, Qatar1.6 km
- Wadi Al Sail Natural ReserveProtected area3.6 km
When to go to Doha
The best time to visit Doha is November to March; also possible: April and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time10:35
- FebBest time11:09
- MarBest time11:49
- AprPossible12:36
- MayBetter not13:14
- JunBetter not13:34
- JulBetter not13:26
- AugBetter not12:53
- SepBetter not12:08
- OctPossible11:23
- NovBest time10:45
- DecBest time10:26
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 13 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 26. In January, 18 of the 22 places are at their best.
When to go to Qatar in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Doha
The nearest main airport is Doha International Airport (DIA, Doha), 4.5 km as the crow flies. How to get around Qatar (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Doha?
The best known: Museum of Islamic Art, Doha, Souq Waqif, Church of Our Lady of the Rosary, Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center, Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art. In all, 22 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Doha?
November to March; also possible: April and October. In June there are 13 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 26.
How do you get to Doha?
The nearest main airport is Doha International Airport (DIA), 4.5 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Doha as the destination and these 22 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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