Things To See in Qatar

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For a relatively small peninsula in the Middle East, there is a lot to see in Qatar.

The history buff will not be disappointed, with a selection of ruins, rock art and museums to keep the mind wandering. The most famous is the archaeological site of Zubarah, which contains the remains of a once thriving port city. An early 20th century fort still exists and bears witness to a bygone era in the form of a museum. The petroglyphs of Al-Jassassiya in north-eastern Qatar are a remarkable site with 900 petroglyphs believed to date back to the ancient tribes that inhabited the peninsula in the 15th century BC.

There are a number of forts and towers throughout the country; most of them have also been restored as museums. On the outskirts of the city of Umm Salal Mohammed are the Barzan towers, built to protect the country’s rainwater basin. Another defensive watchtower is located in Al Khor. The popular Al Koot Fort is located in the heart of the capital Doha and houses a wide range of traditional handicrafts. Other structures include Fort Marwab, Fort Al Thughab, Fort Al Shaghab, Fort Al Rakiyat, Fort Al Wajbah, and the ruins of Fort Al Yussoufiya, Fort Umm Al Maa and Al Ghuwair Castle.

Art Galleries and Museums in Qatar

Qatar’s reputation for conservatism has not prevented it from studying even the most contentious artworks. Qatar absolutely adores art. In fact, it is the largest consumer of modern art in the world. From huge bronze statues to Arabic calligraphy to spot and spin paintings, Qatari art is inspired by both heritage and exposure to outside cultures.

The ultimate objective is to make Qatar the cultural and artistic capital of the Middle East. The emir’s sister is determined to do this by confronting the country’s traditional beliefs with modern art. Qatar’s art sector has expanded in recent years due to the proliferation of art spaces in Doha. The following galleries best represent the culture and history of Qatar at present.

One Pass Card

One Pass is Qatar Museums’ official membership and rewards program. It grants members access to Qatar’s cultural institutions and exclusive privileges to unforgettable, one-of-a-kind events.

The membership entitles you to unique rights to the National Museum of Qatar, Museum of Islamic Art, Al Riwaq Gallery, M7, Fire Station, 3-2-1 Qatar Olympics Museum, and Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art.

The rewards plan offers a comprehensive range of perks to satisfy every creative interest, as well as behind-the-scenes access to tours, presentations, and workshops.

One Pass Plus and Family members get unrestricted access to all One Pass tours, lectures, and workshops, which give a chance to learn about Qatar’s history, culture, environment, and vision for the future.

  • Free unlimited admission to galleries, exhibitions and events across all entities within the Qatar Museums’ network 
  • Free unlimited CP programmes, tours and exclusive workshops
  • Up to 25% discount restaurants, cafés & gift shops
  • 10% discount on film screenings organised by DFI
  • Up to 25% discounts and offers with hotel partners

Msheireb Museums

The Msheireb Museums chronicle Doha’s origins from a modest fishing town to the present day. The museums honor four historic buildings in the oldest section of the capital: the Bin Jelmood House, the Company House, the Mohammed Bin Jassim House, and the Radwani House.

Each structure focuses on a different part of Qatar’s history, such as ancient enslavement, the discovery of oil and gas, traditions, and the growth of Arabian Gulf countries. After your tour, you may continue your stay at the gift shops and cafés of the museum. Al-Fai Restaurant and Empire Café both provide contemporary Qatari cuisine.

Location: Msheireb Downtown Doha, Doha, Qatar

Open: Monday–Thursday from 9 am to 5 pm, Friday from 3 pm to 9 pm, Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm (closed on Sundays)

National Museum of Qatar

The National Museum of Qatar provides an immersive and educational historical experience. This architectural masterpiece offers a lively place with a breathtaking view of the bay and is situated just off the Doha Corniche.

The museum presents Qatar’s distinctive history in three sections: Origins, Life in Qatar, and Qatar’s Modern History. In particular, it showcases the Pearl Carpet of Baroda, which is hand-embroidered with 1.5 million pearls, sapphires, and diamonds. A fully designed park provides the opportunity to learn about Qatar’s native flora. Visit the museum’s café after your tour to participate in a traditional food forum.

Location: Museum Park St, Doha, Qatar

Open: Sunday–Wednesday from 9 am to 7 pm, Thursday and Saturday from 9 am to 9 pm, Friday from 1.30 pm to 9 pm

Museum of Islamic Art

Tradition meets modernity at Qatar’s Museum of Islamic Art (MIA).

This limestone landmark on the Doha waterfront emphasizes art’s relationship to Islam without necessarily focusing on religious objects.

The collection of the Museum of Islamic Art spans three continents and 1,400 years. Each piece’s genesis tale completes a visual history of Qatar over the ages. The museum’s collection has more than 15,000 rare manuscripts and literature from throughout the globe, including a seventh-century Quran.

Location: Doha Port, Doha, Qatar

Open: Saturday–Thursday from 9 am to 7 pm, Friday from 1.30 pm to 7 pm

Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art

Education City’s Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art is a repurposed schoolhouse. Mathaf is the greatest collection of Arab art in the area, including 9,000 items acquired over the previous quarter-century that illustrate the evolution of Qatari culture.

The museum features a noteworthy Horoufiyah exhibit (the use of Arabic letters and calligraphy in art). It has a free guided tour that explains the history of each object in its collection. Ride the museum’s Mathaf Bus, a free shuttle service, for more convenient travel and access.

Location: Education City, Doha, Qatar

Open: Friday from 1.30 pm to 7 pm, Saturday–Thursday from 9 am to 7 pm

Katara Art Center

The Katara Art Center is widely regarded as a cultural center that investigates art outside its usual form. It is located in a growing art area in the Katara Cultural Village and features unorthodox and contemporary art. Many of the artworks use a transdisciplinary method to display art, despite the many mediums employed.

In addition to developing art events and projects, the Katara Art Center helps new artists in the Arab area create local and worldwide networks. The center often hosts lectures, courses, and workshops. Topics range from brush calligraphy fundamentals and recycled art to caricature clay sculpting.

Location: Katara Cultural Village, Building 5, Doha, Qatar

Open: Sunday–Thursday from 10 am to 9 pm, Friday–Saturday from 4 pm to 9 pm

Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum

The Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum, often known as the FBQ Museum, houses the private art collection of one of Qatar’s most distinguished billionaires. This cultural estate in Al Samriya Farm has a distinctive facade of local stone and classical towers.

Collected over more than 50 years from four continents, each object in the collection represents Islamic and Qatari traditions from the Jurassic period to the current day. The museum’s 15 galleries and 15,000 objects are grouped into four categories: Islamic Art, Vehicles, Coins & Currency, and Qatar Heritage. Treasures, fossils, rare coins, manuscripts, and textiles will be on display.

Location: Al Samriya, Qatar

Open: Monday–Thursday from 9 am to 4.30 pm, Friday from 2 pm to 7 pm, Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm, Sunday from 9 am to 4 pm

Virginia Commonwealth University Qatar Gallery

VCUarts Qatar is the Middle Eastern affiliate of Virginia’s prominent art school, Virginia Commonwealth University. Education City is a 12-square-kilometer compound that includes several educational institutions. All exhibitions held on campus are accessible to the general public.

As a center for study and instruction, VCUarts houses Qatar’s greatest graphic and interior designs, as well as art history. It features the works of foreign artists as well as those of VCU students and professors. Many of these works examine art from an academic perspective. VCUarts may be difficult to reach if you don’t have your own vehicle, so it’s a good idea to prepare ahead.

Location: Al Luqta St, Education City, Doha, Qatar

Open: Sunday–Thursday from 9 am to 5 pm (closed on Fridays and Saturdays)

Anima Gallery

Every year, Anima Gallery hosts five contemporary exhibitions. The gallery, located on an artificial island off the coast of Doha, displays a wide variety of artistic genres and materials, including painting, sculpture, and print. The shows feature gallery discussions and lectures for professionals, students, and tourists, in addition to local, regional, and worldwide artworks.

Anima features an online gallery that provides a preview of the artwork on display at the actual location. Popular after-tour hangout is the museum’s Anima Lounge, a contemporary restaurant serving both international art and gourmet cuisine.

Location: 30 La Croisette, Porto Arabia, The Pearl, Qatar

Open: Daily from 10 am to 11 pm

Landmarks in Qatar

Doha Tower

The magnificent Doha Tower, commonly known as Burj Doha, rises 238 meters over Doha’s West Bay. Its phallic shape rises 46 stories above ground, with a further three floors underground. The building’s shape, according to the French architect Jean Nouvel, is symbolic of “totally assumed virility.”

Though this high-rise office skyscraper dominates the cityscape, it is far from the largest in the city. It is, however, one of the most distinctive. Its outward lattice of diagrid columns is reminiscent of Islamic Mashrabiya architecture, with a design meant to protect the building from the blazing heat and sandy residue that covers many of the region’s glass buildings. A photograph of this eye-catching tower will serve you well as a souvenir of your visit. It is extremely lovely when illuminated at night.

Location: 1 Al Corniche St, Doha, Qatar

Open: Sunday–Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm (closed Friday–Saturday)

Aspire Tower

Aspire Tower, also known as The Torch Doha, is a 300-meter high-rise hotel in the Aspire Zone complex in Doha, Qatar. The hotel is in a convenient location, close to various local attractions such as the Villaggio Mall Shopping Center and the Khalifa International Stadium. Because of its proximity to the stadium, the structure became a focal point when Qatar hosted the 15th Asian Games in December 2006.

Aspire Tower is one of Qatar’s highest structures. The Panorama Restaurant at the top of the tower offers a stunning view of the cityscape as well as exquisite food.

Location: Baaya, Doha, Qatar

Open: Panorama Restaurant, Daily from 6 pm to 11 pm

Tornado Tower

The hourglass shape of Tornado Tower is readily recognizable. This 52-story edifice, also known as the QIPCO Tower, stretches nearly 200 meters into the skyline. Despite the fact that the majority of its area is rented office space, there are a number of restaurants open to the public on the premises, including a sushi restaurant and a steakhouse. A gym can be located on the 27th floor, while exquisite dining with a view can be found on the 28th floor.

The tower is located in the West Bay neighborhood of Doha. If you’re driving, there’s plenty of parking in the subterranean garage. If you visit in the evening, you’ll be able to observe the building’s amazing external illumination, which ensures its place as a feature of the capital’s skyline.

Location: West Bay, Majlis Al Taawon St, Doha, Qatar

Sidra Public Art

A notable art piece by the controversial British artist Damien Hirst may be found directly in front of Sidra Medical and Research Center. This project, dubbed The Miraculous Journey, comprises of 14 huge bronze sculptures illustrating the human journey from conception to birth.

Hirst has shown the wonder of birth in dramatic detail with sculptures ranging in height from 5 to 11 meters. For others, the reality may be shocking, as one of the incidents presented involves a breech birth. The introduction of the sculptures caused some controversy at first, but this polarizing art installation is now highly admired. While some were offended by the scenes’ brutal realism, this unique public art piece is well worth a visit.

Location: Al Gharrafa St, Ar-Rayyan, Qatar

Qatar National Convention Center

Qatar National Convention Center, one of the region’s best event venues, houses multiple state-of-the-art theaters, conference halls, and meeting rooms within its distinctive architecture. The front of the building is modeled after the Sidra, a desert tree. Maman, the world-famous spider sculpture, may be found in the front of the entryway. Versions of this sculpture by French artist Louise Bourgeois can also be found in museums around the world, including the Tate Modern in London.

The convention center hosts top regional and worldwide artists and is a great place to see a show while in town. You’ll find anything from stand-up comedy and public debate forums to Hello Kitty Live and classical music here, so make sure to check ahead to find something that appeals to you.

Location: Ar-Rayyan, Qatar

Open: Daily from 6 am to 11 pm

Al Zubara Fort

Al Zubara Fort, located near the now-deserted village of the same name, is a vast fort topped by three massive circular turrets and a single rectangular tower. Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani erected the fort in 1938 to serve as a coast guard post. It is currently a museum with frequent displays about the history of the area.

The remains of the deserted town and the fort that protects it are a UNESCO World Heritage site located on the northwestern coast of the Qatar peninsula and can make for an intriguing day excursion from the city. Bring snacks and plenty of water, and keep in mind that there is limited shade when wandering here. It’s definitely better to avoid visiting between noon and early afternoon, when the heat is at its peak.

Location: Al Zubara Fort, Madinat Ash Shamal, Qatar

Open: Daily from 7.30 am to 5 pm

Barzan Towers

The Barzan Towers were built in the late 1800s to protect the valuable rainwater that accumulated in the nearby valley. Barzan means “high spot,” and with watchtowers that stand more than 16 meters tall, the site is appropriately titled. The towers were also used to observe the moon in order to precisely determine the start of Ramadan.

The towers are only 15 kilometers north of Doha and are open 24 hours a day, so there’s never a bad time to go. The architecture here, with its massive stairs and stunning buttresses, provides some wonderful photo opportunities for visitors, with the best views available from the top. There are also various businesses nearby, so you won’t be short of refreshments while visiting.

Location: Muhammed, Qatar

Al Wajbah Fort

Al Wajbah Fort, one of Qatar’s oldest historical sites, dating from the late 18th century. The fort maintains a particular place in the hearts of the residents and inspires a strong sense of national pride for many. It was the location of key fights between the Qatari people and Ottoman soldiers. The fort has substantial walls and four high watchtowers, as well as weaponry displays and exhibitions explaining its history.

Al Wajbah Fort is located 15 kilometers west of Doha and is open to the public. In stark contrast to the mostly flat environment that surrounds them, the watchtowers stand out. They’d provide a fantastic backdrop for some photos of your trip to the country.

Location: Dukhan Road, Al Wajba, Al Rayyan

Open: Monday–Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm (closed Friday–Saturday)

Qatar National Library

In addition to being a national library, the Qatar National Library is also a research and public library. It has more than one million volumes and rich digital collections. Membership is available to all Qatari citizens, and guests are also welcome.

This library’s location in Doha’s Education City is not the only reason to visit. Each month, the library hosts up to eighty free, open-to-the-public programs. Here, you can find everything from knitting groups to art shows. Once per month, the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra performs a free concert for the public. The library’s website provides information regarding monthly events.

Location: Education City, Al Luqta St, Doha, Qatar

Open: Saturday–Thursday from 8 am to 8 pm, Fridays from 4 pm to 8 pm

The Pigeon Towers

The Pigeon Towers in Qatar are without a doubt one of the country’s most unusual and captivating attractions. In addition to being a popular photo opportunity for tourists and locals, the towers serve a useful purpose. The towers, which are home to hundreds of pigeons, are designed to collect their droppings for use as fertilizer by local farmers.

The Pigeon Towers, situated adjacent to the Katara Mosque in the Katara Cultural Village, are fashioned in a traditional Islamic architecture. They are worth the trip to the cultural village by itself, but they may also be easily paired with other surrounding attractions such as an amphitheater, a convention center, and a beach.

Location: Katara Cultural Village, Doha, Qatar

Parks in Qatar

Aspire Park

Aspire Park is enormous, measuring an astonishing 88 hectares, and offers a variety of activities for Qatar’s sports enthusiasts. This lively region is around 13 kilometers west of Doha, Qatar’s capital. Follow your morning jog on the jogging track with a cup of coffee from the on-site café. After a long, hot day, people love to sit on the park benches beside the fish pond and enjoy the wind in the evening.

The park comes to life at night, when the huge grassy areas welcome you to a BBQ with a view of the Doha cityscape. Don’t forget to ascend the Torch Tower, a 300-meter-tall tower with an observation deck and rotating restaurant that offers breathtaking views of Doha.

Location: Sand Trail, Doha, Qatar

Al Bidda Park

Along the Doha Corniche, Al Bidda Park is a multifunctional park with running trails, seven playgrounds, and numerous gymnasiums for workouts. In addition, a soccer field and a basketball court contribute to the sporty nature of this park.

Al Bidda Park, unlike many other public areas and parks in Doha, welcomes pets with open arms. Keep in mind, though, that your pet companion should be on a leash. Using the park’s many fire pits, benches, and tables, it is simple to have a BBQ party. Al Bidda Park spans along the shore in central Doha, and a visit to Souk al Waqif can be easily coupled with a stroll through the park.

Souq Waqif Park

A lush park in the center of Doha, Souq Waqif Park is a botanist’s dream. The grounds near the coast are filled with vibrant flower beds. You can also play games on the grass fields or put out a blanket for a picnic. Large fountains offer children relief from the heat and amusement.

This park and the surrounding Souq Waqif host numerous events, including the Spring Festival, which features acrobatic and dance performances. During the Local Dates Festival in July, you can feast on dates.

Museum of Islamic Arts Park

The Museum of Islamic Arts Park sponsors a variety of activities throughout the year. During the milder months (October through February), an open-air movie theater and fitness classes are held on the grassy fields. A stroll down the promenade at night reveals an outstanding view of Doha’s skyline illuminating the bay.

The Museum of Islamic Arts Park features enormous trampolines and a fantasy castle with ropes, stairs, and slides to the delight of active children. Even bicycle rentals are available, so you may cruise the park on two wheels while enjoying the night air.

Sheraton Hotel Park

As its name suggests, Sheraton Hotel Park is located just behind the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort at the northern end of Al Corniche Street. Due to its spacious playground and round-the-clock security, this location is ideal for families. It frequently hosts activities, many of them are intended for families. The park features four underground parking levels with around 2,500 spaces.

Sheraton Hotel Park encompasses an amazing total area of 80,000 square meters, with approximately 34,500 square meters devoted to landscaping. There are five water features, twelve obstacles in the Fitness Zone, prayer rooms, and numerous eateries and food kiosks.

Oxygen Park

Oxygen Park is a great place to get your blood flowing in Doha. This 13-hectare park in the north of Doha is designed for athletes, as it contains running paths and volleyball courts. On a number of multi-use fields, you and your family can choose the sport you wish to play.

You can exercise at night when the tracks and facilities are illuminated to avoid the heat. After stretching your legs, you can take use of the surrounding gardens and picnic spaces. Children will enjoy the artificial waterfalls and playgrounds in this expansive park.

Katara Green Hills

Around the Katara Cultural Village, the Katara Green Hills consist of around 361 500 square meters of cool meadows and trees. On either side of the hamlet, the gardens are divided into Northern Hills and Southern Hills, featuring walking trails and leisure amenities.

The rolling hills that give the park its name are home to over 3,300 trees from around the world, giving Katara a natural dimension. With a view of Katara Beach, the Katara Green Hills are a wonderful area to enjoy peace and quiet.

Islands in Qatar

Al Aaliya Island

Al Aaliya Island is one of the best places for snorkeling, fishing, and kitesurfing, as it is surrounded by a coral reef that is home to a diversity of marine species. Al Aaliya Island is uninhabited, serene, and picturesque; choose it if you want to spend quality time with family and get near to nature.

Al Aaliya Island’s rocky deposits, immaculate dunes, birds, and flamingos make photography a necessity. Al Safliya Island is approximately 5.6 kilometers away, and the Pearl was built between the two.

Al Safliya island

Al Safliya is a small uninhabited island off the coast of Doha, south of the Pearl.

A natural sanctuary with absolutely no facilities, it’s the ideal spot for nature enthusiasts to soak up the rays, simply relax, or participate in a variety of water activities.

Wooden umbrellas line the beach on the southern part of the island, allowing guests to enjoy the sun. There are no restrooms or other amenities on the island, so bring your own supplies if you plan on visiting.

To get to Al Safliya, take a dhow boat from the Pearl Qatar or the Doha Corniche, which will take you 10 minutes or 30 minutes, respectively.

Apart from relaxing in the sun, swimming in the clean seas, and appreciating the breathtaking views of the Doha skyline, you may participate in one of the many water sports available on the island, such as jet skiing, banana boat rides, swimming, paddle boarding, and many more.

Watch the sunset on the beach as the vistas of the Doha skyline provide a spectacular spectacle – the most picturesque site to shoot photos.

Banana Island Resort

The first and only overwater villas in Qatar are available to visitors at Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, giving them a taste of traditional Qatari hospitality.

The Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara is located on a crescent-shaped island with its own marina and reefs, offering the height of luxury. Your go-to place for all things relaxing and fun is this resort. The Banana Island Resort will make your stay memorable with everything from land activities like bowling and golf to underwater thrills like scuba diving.

The resort is situated on a stunning island that feels like a world apart, but it is only 25 minutes from the center of the energetic capital of Qatar. The world-class amenities and countless activities at the Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, which offers adventure and relaxation, wellness and sheer enjoyment, are well-known.

With 141 rooms, suites, pool villas, and overwater villas, this hideaway in genuine Arabian elegance creates the perfect atmosphere for a romantic getaway or amazing family and friend vacations.

The resort has a surf pool, a fully equipped dive shop, and its own marina. Endless water sports entertainment includes everything from the leisurely pace of kayaking, stand-up paddling, and HamaclandTM to the exhilaration of wakeboarding, banana boats, and donut rides.

The resort’s private 800-meter-long beach is available for guests to use. Those who want to relax can also play water volleyball, swim in the 100-meter-long lagoon pool, or watch their young children play in the children’s pool, which has its own water slides.

With tennis, beach volleyball, a fitness center, a nine-hole putting course, an eight-pin bowling alley, and a VIP movie theater, visitors opting for activities on dry land are also spoiled for choice. Families are welcome at the Cool Mint Kids Club and Pepper Mint Teens Club, which have specialized spaces and experienced childminders who are fully qualified.

The calm overwater paradise of Anantara Spa combines skilled pampering with a focus on wellbeing. It has separate male and female hammams and jacuzzis as well as a treatment menu that honors Doha’s rich cultural heritage and ancient tribal traditions.

Indian, American, Italian, Middle Eastern, and other cuisines are available at Banana Island Resort. This special culinary experience is available to visitors in breathtaking settings all across the island. Additionally, guests can participate in an interactive cooking session at Spice Spoons where a master chef will teach them how to reproduce traditional Indian, Italian, or Qatari dishes.

The resort is ideally situated for those who have the time and desire to enjoy Qatar’s cultural and natural assets.

Purple Island

Bin Ghannam Island, also known as Purple Island and situated in northeastern Qatar, is a must-see location. The island is renowned for its natural beauty, unusual flora, and fauna, and is perfect for a day excursion for the whole family. It is located close to Al Khor city, an hour’s drive from Doha.

Beyond Al Khor is the Purple Island, a tranquil island surrounded by lush foliage and mangroves. You have the chance to reconnect with nature on this island, apart from the bustle of the metropolis. The Purple Island offers activities for all members of the family, including long hikes, picnics with the family, and kayaking.

The name of the island stems from the second millennium BC, when it served as the center of the Kassite-controlled purple dye industry. Purple has long been connected to royalty, therefore this was a booming industry at the time. At present, the island can be explored by kayak or on foot, and camping is permitted on the property, providing a basic experience.

The greatest months to visit are November through February since the temperature is just the right amount of cool at this time of year.

The island’s breathtaking natural beauty makes it the perfect location for bird watching, nature walks, seeing a variety of marine creatures, kayaking through mangroves, and crossing the wooden bridge that connects the island with its modest hills and Purple Island Beach.

Prepare carefully because there are no amenities or available shade on the island. Bring your own supplies, a hat or other kind of shade, appropriate walking shoes, and leave no trace by picking up any rubbish and taking it with you before you go.

Al Thakira Mangrove

In contrast to the desert environment, mangroves are a well-liked tourist destination since they exhibit natural greenery and draw certain important bird species due to their habitat.

This region is frequently home to flamingos and herons, both of which are worth seeing. Kayaks can be used to navigate through the forest, and fishing can be done with advance appointments with tour operators.

Romantic attractions in Qatar

It is claimed that couples and honeymooners will find an abundance of activities, adventures, and picturesque attractions to make new memories. As you navigate the dunes, camp overnight in a lovely setting, watch the sunsets together, stare at the stars, and dine in some of the city’s finest restaurants, Qatar is a perfect spot to renew your love and revitalize as a couple.

Katara Hills

Katara Hills is situated in Katara Cultural Village on its lushly screen-landscaped hills. Katara Hills is a beautiful and refreshing park that is divided into the North and South Hills. It features a purple walking route and a lake with large stones that add to its attractiveness. This is a natural retreat for individuals who enjoy being at one with nature, and the romantic atmosphere will make you fall in love all over again!

Bayt Al Talleh is an exquisite Arabic restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious dinner while watching the manicured lawns of Katara Hills whenever you become hungry. Hundreds of trees from all regions of the world adorn these slopes, contributing to their grace and beauty.

The Torch Doha 360 Degrees

Give that special someone an experience they will never forget by taking them to the 47th story of Qatar’s renowned landmark hotel The Torch Doha, which was originally constructed to house the flame of the 2006 Asian Games in Doha. The 360 Degrees restaurant is unique because it is the first and only revolving restaurant in Qatar and provides a 360-degree panoramic view of the surroundings so you can get a feel for how life is in this thriving metropolis. Mediterranean food is served, and you may request a special romantic setting from the staff that includes rose petals, candles, a filling meal, and a heart-shaped cake to set the mood.

The Pearl – Qatar

One of Doha’s most prestigious addresses, The Pearl, Qatar is a luxury complex that includes residential sections, office buildings, restaurants and cafés to suit all palates, boutiques and retail stores so you may purchase items you might not be able to find elsewhere in the city. Couples frequently visit the marina to enjoy a meal at one of the nearby restaurants or to sit on one of the benches and gaze at the opulent yachts anchored there. Numerous proposals have taken place in the lovely marina.

Banana Island Resort by Anantara

Visit Banana Island Resort for the entire day. Spend the night on the crescent-shaped Banana Island, which has its own marina and reef, to unwind with that special someone. You’ll have your own private retreat as well as a personal butler who will attend to all of your needs. It’s your go-to spot for all things romantic, entertaining, and relaxing. Golfing, bowling, swimming, and underwater excursions are just a few of the activities available on the island. Visit the spa and participate in a magnificent cleansing treatment to cleanse both the soul and the body.

Banana Island is the kind of place where you can experience pure ecstasy and love as you gaze at the sky in the evening and dine in a private candle-lit cabana that has been particularly set up only for you.

Qanat Quartier

Qanat Quartier is another must-visit romantic destination for couples who want to combine the allure of Venetian waterways with unrivaled Arabian flair. The result is a charming village of pastel-colored buildings with Venetian-style balconies, canals, and piazzas where you may walk in Doha but feel like you’re in Venice. Bridges straddle the canals, providing a great setting for photographs, memories, and a spectacular vista. Visitors will be spoiled for choice with the variety of restaurants, cafes, and boutiques available.

Sealine Regency Beach Camp

Why not romance on the beach, under the beautiful umbrella of the Sealine Regency Beach Camp, where you’ll spend the night in Arabian style tents fully equipped with modern amenities and participate in a variety of activities such as dune bashing, camel riding, swimming, or simply relaxing in one of the cabanas that line the golden sandy beach overlooking the pristine blue sea of the Gulf?

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