Doha: Transit Exclusive Doha City Tour
ID: GYG785568-1258164
Category:
Country: Qatar
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Discover the unique heritage of Downtown Doha as you wander through the vibrant labyrinth of alleyways of Souq Waqif. View modern day Doha’s towering iconic architecture and discover the Corniche,
Discover the unique heritage of Downtown Doha as you wander through the vibrant labyrinth of alleyways of Souq Waqif. View modern day Doha’s towering iconic architecture and discover the Corniche, Doha’s iconic waterfront where the azure waters of the Arabian Gulf provide the setting to the city’s impressive skyline.
Begin your tour with a stop at the Museum of Islamic Art, an iconic building on the Doha Corniche, designed by the famous architect I. M. Pei. Admire this architectural masterpiece and take in the panoramic views of Doha’s impressive skyline.
Proceed to the Katara Cultural Village, the largest and the most multidimensional cultural project in Qatar. Experience the cultures of the world with beautiful theatres, concert halls, exhibition galleries, and cutting-edge facilities. Visit the Katara Mosque (the ‘Blue Mosque’) and the Golden Masjid (the ‘Gold Mosque’), before taking a stroll through the outdoor air-conditioned pathways to Galeries Lafayette, with some time for luxury brand tax-free shopping.
End your tour with a stroll through the colorful Souq Waqif where you can experience the living heritage and traditions of the city and enjoy the colorful commerce and culinary offers abundant within its vibrant alleyways. See the Falcon Souq and Falcon hospital (one of the largest in the Middle East), Carpet Souq, Gold Souq, Art and Handicraft Souq, and so much more in this eclectic hub of trade, tradition, and commerce.
Highlights
- Admire the modern architecture of the Museum of Islamic Art
- Discover the vibrant labyrinth of alleyways of Souq Waqif
- See the Falcon Souq and Falcon hospital, one of the largest in the Middle East
- Visit the Katara Cultural Village and the Katara Mosque
- Enjoy some time for luxury brand tax-free shopping at Galeries Lafayette
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun
Carry water to stay hydrated
Photography is allowed, but flash photography is not permitted in certain areas
Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed inside the museums
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.