Al Markhiya Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Al Markhiya
Popular places to visit
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.
Katara Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Katara Beach during your travels in Doha? While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Activities
Doha: Sunset Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Sandboarding
Doha: ATV/Desert Safari with Activities and Inland Sea Stop
Qatar: Doha Sightseeing Cruise Onboard an Arabic Dhow Boat
Desert Dune Bashing, Camel Ride, Sandboarding & Inland Sea.
Doha :Half Day Desert Safari | Camel Riding | ATV | Sand Surfing
Doha: Quad bike/Buggy, Desert Tour, Camel Ride, SandBoarding
Our pick of the best Al Markhiya Hotel Deals
Oryx Airport Hotel
Very clean room and incredibly convenient for our long layover at Doha airport. I wish they didn’t give out small shampoo bottles; waste of plastic.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Steigenberger Hotel Doha
Property was really nice, very clean and staff were amazing. Location was sort of in the ghetto and the breakfast buffet was very limited
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
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Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha
Staff very friendly always asking if you need anything
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha
Excellent room for the price. The airport shuttle a bonus.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Doha Old Town
Yes
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Al Markhiya
Onaiza
While visiting Onaiza, you might make a stop by sights like The Gate Mall and Ministry of Justice.
Al Dafna
If you're spending time in Al Dafna, check out sights like Doha Corniche or Ministry of Education and hop on the metro to see more of the city at West Bay Qatar Energy Station or Corniche Station.
Diplomatic Area
The beaches and abundant dining options are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by City Centre Shopping Mall or Hotel Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at DECC Station to get around town.
West Bay
Noted for its beaches and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in West Bay. Top attractions like Katara Cultural Village and Katara Beach are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Katara Station or Al Qassar Station to see more of the city.
Al Bida
While you're in Al Bida, take in top sights like Doha Corniche and jump on the metro at Al Bidda Station to see more of the city.
Al Sadd
Shopping and spas are just a few features Al Sadd is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Joaan Station or Hamad Hospital Station.
