Al Souq Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center
Look for the tall spiral tower of this edutainment center, which offers an inviting place for visitors to learn about Arabic culture and Islamic religion.
City Centre Shopping Mall
Spend a relaxed, air-conditioned day in one of Qatar’s largest malls as you enjoy shopping, dining and family entertainment options.
Doha Corniche
Stretching for miles in front of Doha’s skyline, this quiet promenade is a great place to take a peaceful stroll or a morning jog.
Souq Waqif
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Souq Waqif during your visit to Doha.
Souq Waqif Art Center
For a sense of traditional Qatari life, visit this marketplace in the heart of Doha. Shop, appreciate the architecture and have a meal here.
Villagio Mall
A Venetian theme makes for an atmospheric shopping experience at this vast mall with fashion stores, restaurants and an indoor fairground.
Activities
Doha: Inland Sea, Desert Safari, Camel Ride and Sandboarding
Doha: Sunset Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Sandboarding
Qatar: Doha Sightseeing Cruise Onboard an Arabic Dhow Boat
Doha: ATV/Desert Safari with Activities and Inland Sea Stop
Qatar: Sunset Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sandboarding
Doha: Quad bike/Buggy, Desert Tour, Camel Ride, SandBoarding
Our pick of the best Al Souq Hotel Deals
Oryx Airport Hotel
The check in was fast so was check out. The room is a good size. Not large, yet has enough space. The bed was so comfortable! The bathroom is very good. We had Ritual amenities along with extra last minute items. the pool was open until 2h along with the jacuzzi. On weekends it operates 24 hours. ...
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Steigenberger Hotel Doha
The staff were kind and helpful
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
Good hotel and friendly staffs!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha
Clean hotel, food was not the best, staff are friendly.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Doha Old Town
Exceptional Stay from Start to Finish! I had the pleasure of staying at this hotel and it truly exceeded all expectations. From the moment I arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming, and incredibly attentive. The room was immaculate—beautifully designed, spacious, and stocked with thoughtful amenities. ...
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha
Say check in and clean staff super friendly!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Al Souq
Al Jasra
While visiting Al Jasra, you might make a stop by sights like Pearl Monument and Souq Waqif.
Old Al Ghanim
While Old Al Ghanim may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gold Souq and Souq Waqif Art Center.
Al Rufaa
Even though there aren't top sights in Al Rufaa, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like National Museum of Qatar. Jump on the metro at National Museum Station to see more of the city.
Al Najada
When in Al Najada, you can plan a visit to Souq Waqif Art Center and Gold Souq, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
As Salatah
If you're spending some time in As Salatah, National Museum of Qatar and Doha Corniche are top sights worth seeing.
Msheireb Downtown
If you're spending time in Msheireb Downtown, check out sights like Msheireb Museums or Al Khoot Fort and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Al Baraha Tram Stop or Sahat Al-Masjid Tram Stop.
Al Souq Travel Guide
- City Centre Shopping Mall
- Souq Waqif Art Center
- Villagio Mall
- Katara Beach
- National Museum of Qatar
- Katara Cultural Village
- Museum of Islamic Art
- Pearl Monument
- Doha Golf Club
- Imam Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab Mosque
- Aspire Tower
- Khalifa International Stadium
- Place Vendôme Mall
- Qatar National Convention Centre
- Qatar SC Stadium
- Lagoona Mall
- Weill Cornell Medical College
- The Gate Mall
- Aqua Park Qatar
- Aspire Park
