A vacation to Qatar is full of surprises. Did you know that nearly 2 million people visit Qatar each year to find out just what it has to offer?
From culture to food to history and more, put Qatar on your list of must-visit spots.
To help you work out just why you should travel there, we've put together a list of things to do in Qatar that will help you get your planning off to a great start. Read on to learn more.
1. The Souq Waqif
The Souq Waqif neighborhood in Qatar is full of intricate streets and small shops. The food, architecture, and people of this area make it worth spending a day wandering around.
See shows, art on display, and live performances of music. And there is history to see, touch, and feel at every step.
If food is your thing, a visit to the Souq Waqif is one of the best things to do in Qatar. There's everything from fine dining to street food to sample.
2. The Pearl
The Pearl is the famous man-made island that's been called the "Arabian Riviera." This is luxury unbound. The wealth on display on the island is a sight worth seeing in itself.
The waterfront eateries are pricier than in the Souq Waqif, but it's worth a little splurge. After eating, jump on a dhow for a slow cruise through the waterways of the Pearl.
3. Doha Corniche
The Doha Corniche is a promenade that runs along Doha Bay. It's a great place to stay in Qatar, so check out villas for rent in that area.
Take a walk along the promenade. Stop for photo opportunities on the Doha Corniche that include wonderful shots of Qatar's impressive skyline.
There are great cafes and restaurants along here. You can also find green spaces that are hard to find elsewhere in the city.
4. The Museum of Islamic Art
For art lovers, the Museum of Islamic Art should be high on the list of things to do in Qatar. The museum holds one of the most important Islamic art collections in the world.
This museum is certainly worth half a day of your stay in Qatar. Works of art from Turkey, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, and beyond are on display.
The museum is open Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 7 PM and on Saturday from 1:30 PM until 7 PM.
5. The Katara Cultural Village
To learn about local traditions and culture in Qatar head to the Katara Cultural Village. Soak in performance, drama, theater, art, and architecture. You'll learn all about Qatar and the region and see local culture performed and on display.
The village houses a museum and information center. There is an amphitheater, an opera house, centers of learning, and art galleries.
The List of Things to Do in Qatar Will Keep You Busy!
With so many things to do in Qatar, you'll quickly see why it is one of the gems of the Middle East. The history and heritage on display at the museum and cultural sites are more than enough to keep you busy and learning. The food you'll find almost everywhere you go is a culinary delight.
And the opulence on display on the Pearl and elsewhere in Qatar will keep your head turning as you take in the luxury cars, incredible towers and skyscrapers, and designer labels flashing by.
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