Souq Waqif Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Souq Waqif Art Gallery

4.5/5(32 reviews)

For a sense of traditional Qatari life, visit this marketplace in the heart of Doha. Shop, appreciate the architecture and have a meal here.

Souq Waqif Art Gallery
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Souq Waqif

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Souq Waqif during your visit to Doha.

Souq Waqif
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Pearl Monument

For centuries, pearl diving has been an important part of Qatar’s economy. See this pretty monument that honors that tradition.

Pearl Monument
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Souq Waqif Park

Next to the shoreline walkway of Doha’s Corniche is one of the city’s favorite parks, especially popular on weekend evenings.

Souq Waqif Park
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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.

Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center
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Pouce

Sticking up from the pavement in the Souq Waqif marketplace, this shiny bronze thumb is one of Doha’s most unusual art installations.

Pouce

Activities

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Doha: 4-hour Downtown City Tour

AU$60
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Doha: 4-hour Downtown City Tour
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4 Hrs Safari dune bashing, Camel ride,inland sea, With Transfer.

AU$70
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
4 Hrs Safari dune bashing, Camel ride,inland sea, With Transfer.
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Doha: Guided Walking Tour of Souq Waqif

AU$45
Per adult
Doha: Guided Walking Tour of Souq Waqif
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Doha City Tour And Dhow Boat Cruise (Private Tour)

AU$237
Per adult
Doha City Tour And Dhow Boat Cruise (Private Tour)
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Walking Tour: Discover Souq Waqif, An Almost Free Walking Tour

AU$4
Per adult
Walking Tour: Discover Souq Waqif, An Almost Free Walking Tour
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(30 min)Buggy Self Ride (30 min)Camel Ride (30 min)Dune Bashing

AU$344
Per adult
(30 min)Buggy Self Ride (30 min)Camel Ride (30 min)Dune Bashing
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Our pick of the best Souq Waqif Hotel Deals

Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels by Tivoli
Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels by Tivoli
5 out of 5
Souq Waqif, P.O. Box 3496, Doha
The price is AU$173 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Doha. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (695 reviews)
Great location with excellent staff
"We had a great time in this hotel. I will strongly recommend it. I booked a Junior Suite and the housekeeping was top class, special thanks to Jalil the housekeeping staff and management. I will definitely come back. Location was great, i couldn't fault the place. It has a great mix of quietness ..."

Reviewed on 1 Nov. 2024

Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels by Tivoli
Central Inn Souq Waqif
Central Inn Souq Waqif
3.5 out of 5
Al Mijdaf, Building No. 29, Zone 6, Street 948, Old Ghanim, Doha, Ad Dawhah
The price is AU$108 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$108
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (67 reviews)
"Every thing excellent"

Reviewed on 22 Oct. 2024

Central Inn Souq Waqif
Al Najada Doha Hotel by Tivoli
Al Najada Doha Hotel by Tivoli
5 out of 5
Barahat Al Jufairi Street, Doha
The price is AU$183 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (387 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel! Lovely and very helpful concierge and pool staff. (Yasin & Ali). Hotel is centrally located excellent for sightseeing and going to Souq Waqif. Metro is also very near a great way to get around and see Doha. Hotel is very clean and smells fantastic! (Great cleaning staff at hotel). ..."

Reviewed on 5 Nov. 2024

Al Najada Doha Hotel by Tivoli
Embassy Suites by Hilton Doha Old Town
Embassy Suites by Hilton Doha Old Town
4 out of 5
JABR BIN MOHAMMED STREET, Doha
The price is AU$150 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$150
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay. Staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was clean and housekeeping was available daily. Breakfast has a good selection of food with mainly international items but there were local dishes and varied each day. I’d stay here again if I returned to Doha"

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2024

Embassy Suites by Hilton Doha Old Town
Kingsgate Hotel Doha by Millennium Hotels
Kingsgate Hotel Doha by Millennium Hotels
3 out of 5
Ali Bin Abdallah Street Old Al Ghanim, Doha
The price is AU$92 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
AU$92
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (345 reviews)
"Good."

Reviewed on 4 Nov. 2024

Kingsgate Hotel Doha by Millennium Hotels
Oryx Airport Hotel
Oryx Airport Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Hamad International Airport, Doha, Qatar
The price is AU$464 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$464
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 16 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and very professional, the room was spacious clean and had all the amenities. Oryx hotel is conveniently located inside the gates of Doha airport, with a great selection of shopping and dinning the 24 hours."

Reviewed on 1 Nov. 2024

Oryx Airport Hotel
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Souq Waqif

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Al Jasra

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

While visiting Al Jasra, you might make a stop by sights like Pearl Monument and Souq Waqif Art Gallery.

Al Jasra
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Al Najada

When in Al Najada, you can plan a visit to Souq Waqif and Souq Waqif Art Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Al Najada
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Al Rufaa

Though Al Rufaa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Museum of Qatar and Museum of Islamic Art.

Al Rufaa
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Old Al Ghanim

While there might not be top attractions in Old Al Ghanim, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Souq Waqif and National Museum of Qatar.

Old Al Ghanim
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Msheireb Downtown

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Msheireb Downtown, Msheireb Museums and Al Khoot Fort are top sights worth seeing.

Msheireb Downtown
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Musherib

Musherib is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Souq Waqif and Souq Waqif Art Gallery if you have time to explore the area.

Musherib

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