Old Airport Travel Guide
Doha
Visit Old Airport
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Souq Waqif
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Souq Waqif during your visit to Doha.
Katara Cultural Village
Capturing the cultural essence of Qatar and Doha, this modern village was created to encourage artistic exchanges between locals and foreign visitors.
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.
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.
Things to do
Doha: 5-Hour Safari, Camel Ride, Sandboarding & Inland Sea
Qatar: Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) Al Maha Lounge
Doha: Guided City Tour to Souq Waqif, Katara, & Pearl-Qatar
Thrilling 4-Hour Dune Bashing & Camel Ride Safari to Inland Sea
Qatar: Doha Sightseeing Cruise Onboard an Arabic Dhow Boat
Top hotels in Old Airport
Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
Stay was amazing room is spotless. Really enjoyed the stay. but the only thing which really annoyed is when we arrived at the airport the pick up staff was so rude we waited outside the airport near hotel buses shuttle around 45 mins. He can and said oh you guys have to see the board in my hands ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Oryx Airport Hotel
Excellent hotel, extremely clean and wonderful staff. We loved our overnight stay here
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha
It was a good experience. Surprised to see food and ice cream were astronomically expensive at the bar compared to most expensive cities in USA
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Steigenberger Hotel Doha
Staff were lovely, hotel was nice, the room was nice however there was barely any water pressure in the shower and the water would take forever to get hot And for a 5* hotel the breakfast stations were waaaay too small, the options for breakfast were very limited and omelettes and fried eggs were ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa by IHG
Great breakfast. Staff were fantastic. Awesome location.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Fairmont Doha
THE BEST HOTEL IN THE WORLD!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Airport
Najma
Even though there aren't top sights in Najma, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Gold Souq. Jump on the metro at Al Doha Al Jadeda Station to see more of the city.
Umm Ghuwailina
Even though there aren't top sights in Umm Ghuwailina, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like National Museum of Qatar. Jump on the metro at Umm Ghuwailina Station to see more of the city.
Al Doha Al Jadeeda
While Al Doha Al Jadeeda isn't home to many top sights, Souq Waqif Art Center and Gold Souq are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Rawdat Al Khail
When in Rawdat Al Khail, you can plan a visit to Souq Waqif Art Center and Gold Souq, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
