Holidays in Doha

Getting fired up about your trip to Doha? Like some advice about what to do and see when you arrive? That's what we're here for!

Home to sights such as Souq Waqif and the Museum of Islamic Art, there's never a dull moment in this thrilling metropolis. After you've finished looking around those, push on to Villagio Mall and the Qatar National Museum.

From autobiographies to academic journals, Qatar National Library has a large choice of reading material for avid bookworms. Why not join a tour group and learn more about the collections they house? Visitors in this destination have heaps of options. Whether you're searching for groceries, fancy new threads or a last-minute souvenir, you'll find it at City Centre Shopping Mall. With numerous stores close at hand, get set to shop 'til you drop! Still got some time on your hands? Imagine the fighters who once watched over Al Khoot Fort. The fury of past conflicts are evident on its walls.

When we reminisce over our travels, we usually remember experiences rather than our fancy hotel room and its view of the beach. Ready to start creating some new travel memories?

This place has a range of activities. Here are some suggestions to kick off your trip to Doha:

• Doha: 5-Hour Safari, Camel Ride, Sandboarding & Inland Sea
• 4 Hour Doha Desert Safari, Dune bashing & Inland Sea Tour
• Doha: Sunset Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Sandboarding
• Qatar Festival City Tour
• Qatar Dhow Cruise with corniche walk
• Delight Of Doha & City Tour

Have a few spare moments? Visit our Doha things to do page for a full list of activities.

Seeking cheap holidays and luxury getaways? Take your time and choose from the 97 properties in Doha. Book now if you're hoping to get the hottest deals in the nation's capital!

Doha's more upmarket options such as the Al Jasra Boutique Hotel (Souq Waqif) and the Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl - Doha (Costa Malaz bay) are sure to charm even the fussiest guest. If your holiday fund is a little lower than you'd have liked it to be, the Retaj Residence Al Sadd (Bin Omran Sports Roundabout) and the Retaj Residence Al Corniche (Sharq Area, Old Salata) are a couple of lower-priced options.

Nobody likes standing around at the airport. But it's worth it when you think of the holiday that's waiting! Located 5 miles east of Doha, Hamad International Airport (DOH) is the nearest terminal.