Qatar
Doha Skyline, Museum of Islamic Art, National Museum of Qatar, Souq Waqif, Desert Safaris, Inland Sea, Events Calendar, Luxury Resorts
Popular POIs
View AllThe most popular places to visit in Qatar right now
Top Reasons to Visit Qatar
1. World-Class Museums
Explore the Museum of Islamic Art, designed by I. M. Pei on the Doha waterfront, and the National Museum of Qatar by Jean Nouvel, inspired by the desert rose crystal.
2. Souq Waqif
Wander Doha's traditional market for spices, perfumes, textiles and handicrafts, visit the falcon souq and stay for dinner at one of its open-air restaurants.
3. The Inland Sea
Take a desert safari across the dunes to Khor Al Adaid, where golden sand meets the waters of the Gulf, and spend a night in a desert camp.
4. Al Zubarah
Visit the restored fort and the remains of a historic pearling and trading town in the north, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
5. Doha's Waterfront Districts
Stroll the Corniche, explore the art and amphitheatre of Katara Cultural Village, and dine by the marinas of The Pearl and Lusail.
6. Mangroves and Beaches
Kayak through the mangroves of Al Thakhira and Purple Island, and relax on beaches and island resorts along the coast.
Explore Regional Qatar
Qatar is a small, peninsula nation on the Arabian Gulf that has become one of the region's most dynamic destinations. In a short trip you can move from a futuristic skyline and world-class museums to golden dunes, mangrove-lined shores and centuries-old traditions such as falconry and pearl diving.
The capital, Doha, is where most visits begin. Along its crescent-shaped Corniche, the Museum of Islamic Art and the desert-rose-inspired National Museum of Qatar showcase the country's culture and history, while Souq Waqif's lanes are filled with spices, textiles and traditional cafes. Katara Cultural Village, The Pearl and the new city of Lusail add art, dining and waterfront promenades.
Beyond the city, the dunes of Khor Al Adaid, known as the Inland Sea, meet the Gulf in one of the few places in the world where the desert runs into the sea. In the north, the fort at Al Zubarah is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the mangroves of Al Thakhira and Purple Island are perfect for kayaking. Qatar also hosts a packed year-round calendar of sporting, cultural and family events, and Doha is the GCC Tourism Capital for 2026.
Best Time to Visit Qatar
November to March is the best time to visit, with warm, sunny days and pleasant evenings, ideal for the desert, beaches and outdoor events. Summers, from June to September, are very hot, when visitors focus on air-conditioned museums, malls, hotels and Visit Qatar's summer programme of family events.
