Over the last ten years, Qatar has emerged as one of the fastest-growing tourist attractions in the world. Among other places to visit, Doha, the capital city, is one of the best places to visit in Qatar.
Qatar is easy to travel to, with affordable flights from Etihad Airlines to Hamad International Airlines. Its hospitality is also renowned and is one of the significant reasons the FIFA World Cup 2022 schedule is set to happen in Qatar.
In addition, places like Katara beach and Mathaf will amaze you when it comes to beautiful sceneries.
Here are other best places to visit if you are looking to visit Qatar.
Museum Of Islamic Art
This museum is one of the most popular places in Qatar. It has one of the largest collections of Islamic art in the entire world. The inside views are mind-blowing, with glorious patterns of the Islamic world.
The paintings inside are known to have been collected over 1400 years from 3 different continents. The best time to travel to the museum is at night to experience the geometric patterns.
The entrance is free and operates from 9 AM to 7 PM.
Corniche
Another beautiful place to visit in Qatar is the Corniche. The waterfront promenade shaped the Dohas coastline in the late 1970s and early 1980s, attracting walkers, joggers, and bikers.
It is ideal for morning exercises and for people looking for spectacular skyline views and sunsets. The lining of palm trees gives it a cool breeze, suitable for practice, and a beautiful view. Corniche is in Doha; the entrance is free and operates 24 hours daily.
Aspire Park
If you are planning a family trip, Aspire park is not one you should miss. Qatar’s finest landscape is the largest park in the entire gulf region. It is best to visit during summer.
Another attraction in the park is the torch tower, which acted as a torch for the Asian games, and is now a beautiful hotel. The building is 300m.
Souq Waqif
Are you looking to bring Qatar home or buy gifts for friends and family? Souq Waqif is the place to visit.
It is a vast marketplace in Doha, where you will find all kinds of traditional wear, handicrafts, and perfumes at very favorable prices.
There are restaurants and lounges inside the market that will give you the whole Qatar taste.
Katara Beach
Katara is a private beach, so you will need to buy tickets. However, I assure you that the tickets will be worth it. You will find it in North Doha, known for its beautiful scenery and quiet, serene environment.
Once you are there, you will experience all the water games you can think of. From volleyball to skiing and scuba diving
National Museum of Qatar
If you love History, this is where you soak yourself in the country’s culture. The decorative items and historical documents are well displayed.
They have arranged the galleries in different themes; each set out in the order in which they happened, which makes it very easy to follow the historical timeline of Qatar.
Mathaf
It would be best if you did not miss out on this Arab museum of modern art in Doha. It is a home of over 9000 pieces of display art collected within 25 years.
Hence the place to be if you are a lover of art. In addition, they will offer you a free tour of the museum, giving you vast information about each piece.
Sheikh Hassan bin Mohamed bin Ali Al Thani traveled to gather his excellent exhibited work.
Pearl Qatar
Surprisingly, this is an artificial island located in Doha. It is the only place where foreigners can own residential homes. The developer is Callison architecture firm.
The reason that Pearl is the only place in Qatar where a non-resident can own land makes it an exciting place you should visit.
Conclusion
Doha is a beautiful place. It is one of the best places you should visit in Qatar. You will find the museum filled with quality and extensive information about the culture of Qatar.
The place is hospitable, with affordable flights. In addition to that, the beaches offer a unique sighting that is not common in other countries. The locals as well are known to be welcoming, ensuring you get the most out of Qatar.
