Doha: City Tour to Souq Waqif, Katara, Pearl Qatar, Museum.
ID: GYG585086-990030
Category:
Country: Qatar
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Explore iconic landmarks like the National Museum Qatar, Katara Cultural Village, Pearl-Qatar, and Souq Waqif. Unveil the city's living heritage and traditions on a captivating tour with Guide.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: the National Museum of Qatar, Museum Park Street off the Doha Corniche, Doha Qatar
Bringing to life the unique story of Qatar and its people. The iconic building, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel, is based on the form of the desert rose and is composed of large interlocking disks of different diameters and curvatures that surround the restored historic Palace of Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani, son of the founder of modern Qatar. The museum, which opened in March 2019, gives voice to the country’s heritage and culture through commissioned films and artworks, storytelling, artifacts, and music, combining wide-ranging scholarship with oral histories of the people of Qatar.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mina District - Old Doha Port, Mina District, Doha Qatar
Discover the bustling Doha Port, a vital hub for trade and maritime activities, adding a touch of maritime charm to your city exploration. Doha Port is home to a luxurious Grand Cruise Terminal, the vibrant Mina District, and sights like Box Park, The Museum of Islamic Art, and the Doha Skyline view.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Souq Waqif, Bounded by Al-Souq St & Grand Hamad Street, Doha Qatar
The spice-scented air at Souq Waqif, an authentic traditional market where you can find traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. Stroll through its enchanting alleys and catch a glimpse of falcons at the falcon shops near Horse stables.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: The Corniche, Doha Qatar
Enjoy a panoramic drive along Doha's Corniche, offering breathtaking views of the waterfront and a perfect photo opportunity.
Stop At: Katara Cultural Village, Doha Qatar
Explore Katara, a stunning cultural village where the grace of the past meets the splendor of the future. Discover the Amphitheatre, Katara's famous Mosque, and 21 High Street where a giant gift box marks the start of this ultra-luxe high street, or follow the trail of high-end cars dropping shoppers off at Galeries Lafayette – the iconic French department store with a powerful outdoor cooling system.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: The Pearl Island, Doha 7256 Qatar
The Pearl-Qatar, an extraordinary artificial island that spans nearly four million square meters, features high-end shops along the Porto Arabia Boardwalk and Cruise through the replica of the famous Venice city.
Highlights
- The Souq Waqif: Delight in Souq Waqif's vibrant shops and spice-scented air.
- Ignite artistry Katara: waterfront cultural village unveils endless inspiration.
- Pearl-Qatar: where yacht-lined marinas and towers create dazzling island escape!
- Marvel at Qatar's iconic National Museum: a captivating desert rose masterpiece!
- Cruise Corniche, West Bay, absorb history with your expert guide!
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
What to bring
Passport or ID card
What to bring
Comfortable clothes
Camera
Sunscreen
Know before you go
While visiting public areas and places like museums, souqs, and mosques, we advise you to respect the local dress code
Qatar is an Islamic country, and people dress in a very traditional manner
There is no formal dress code, however, travelers are advised to dress modestly in a way that is respectful of local culture
We recommend that all visitors cover their knees, midsection, and shoulders
This tour involves light walking, please wear comfortable footwear.
Note: All places are open 24hrs for the public. But most of the shops might close at 10 PM. Restaurants are open till late.
Airport: Proceed to gate number 4 located near the passenger's pickup and drop-off area to meet your guide. The guide will contact you via WhatsApp to arrange the pickup service. Hotels: You can be picked up from any hotel located within Doha City. Please provide the full name and address of your hotel. Doha City: Please provide your address for pickup. Port: Please contact the activity provider after making your booking so the necessary arrangements can be made. If you are outside the pickup area, the activity provider will contact you and provide information about the nearest meeting point.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
