Al Souq Travel Guide
Doha
Popular places to visit
Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center
Look for the tall spiral tower of this edutainment center, which offers an inviting place for visitors to learn about Arabic culture and Islamic religion.
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.
Things to do
Doha: 5-Hour Safari, Camel Ride, Sandboarding & Inland Sea
Doha: Sunset Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Sandboarding
Qatar: Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) Al Maha Lounge
Doha: ATV/Desert Safari with Activities and Inland Sea Stop
Qatar: Doha Sightseeing Cruise Onboard an Arabic Dhow Boat
Top hotels in Al Souq
Oryx Airport Hotel
The room was qyuet and clean, staff were nice.
Reviewed on 26 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
I was there on a layover. It was pretty nice.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha
Clean and nice service
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha
Clean large room. Good service
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Doha Old Town
Great spacious clean rooms didn’t try breakfast during my stay Nice pool area on the roof but limited sun loungers due to you being in the middle of a restaurant on the roof
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Al Souq
Al Jasra
While visiting Al Jasra, you might make a stop by sights like Pearl Monument and Souq Waqif.
Old Al Ghanim
While Old Al Ghanim may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gold Souq and Souq Waqif Art Center.
Al Rufaa
Even though there aren't top sights in Al Rufaa, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like National Museum of Qatar. Jump on the metro at National Museum Station to see more of the city.
Al Najada
When in Al Najada, you can plan a visit to Souq Waqif Art Center and Gold Souq, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
As Salatah
If you're spending some time in As Salatah, National Museum of Qatar and Doha Corniche are top sights worth seeing.
Msheireb Downtown
If you're spending time in Msheireb Downtown, check out sights like Msheireb Museums or Al Khoot Fort and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Al Baraha Tram Stop or Sahat Al-Masjid Tram Stop.
