Discover Qatar
Qatar fits a continent of ideas into a single sparkling skyline.
A small Gulf country with one of the most ambitious skylines on earth and a deep love for art, sport and hosting.
Capital
Doha
Currency
Qatari Riyal (QAR)
Best Time
November to March
Vibe
Polished, ambitious, hospitable
Budget
$$$Why Qatar
Qatar concentrates a lot into a small map — world-class museums, futuristic architecture, a heritage souk and the desert all within an hour of each other.
Must Try
- Karak chai by the corniche
- Luqaimat (fried sweet dumplings)
- Saloona — a hearty stew
Must Visit
- Museum of Islamic Art (the building itself is the point)
- Souq Waqif at night
- Katara cultural village
Before You Go
- Modest dress in public spaces
- Friday and Saturday are the weekend
- Alcohol is licensed — only in hotels
Local Legend
The pearl divers' anthem — sung by Qatari men for centuries before petroleum changed everything — is still performed at national festivals. The Pearl Monument on the corniche is the national symbol of the era that built the country before oil.
Explore by Category
What to Visit in Qatar
Cities
- Doha
- Katara
Landmarks
- Museum of Islamic Art (the building itself is the point)
- Souq Waqif at night
- Dhow ride along the corniche
Stories from Qatar
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Local insight
A dhow harbour evening in Doha ended with travellers' skipper steering travellers into the corniche skyline as it lit up one tower at a time. He named every building, then refused to charge for the last hour. 'You stayed for the lights.'
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A local legend
The pearl divers' anthem — sung by Qatari men for centuries before petroleum changed everything — is still performed at national festivals. The Pearl Monument on the corniche is the national symbol of the era that built the country before oil.
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The one line that stays
Doha is a city that built a country's worth of museums for everyone, not just itself.
4 Quizzes about Qatar
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Culture Quiz
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