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Downtown Doha Heritage: Souq Waqif and Corniche Tour
3.6
8 Ratings
Doha
Explore Doha’s heritage at Souq Waqif, marvel at modern architecture, and stroll the Corniche’s waterfront from Hamad International Airport.
Explore Doha’s heritage at Souq Waqif, marvel at modern architecture, and stroll the Corniche’s waterfront from Hamad International Airport.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Museum of Islamic Art - Our first stop is at Museum of Islamic Art. This iconic building on the Doha Corniche, designed by the famous architect I. M. Pei. You will have an opportunity to see this architectural masterpiece and the panoramic views of Doha’s impressive skyline.
- The Corniche - Drive along the Corniche, a waterfront promenade…
- Museum of Islamic Art - Our first stop is at Museum of Islamic Art. This iconic building on the Doha Corniche, designed by the famous architect I. M. Pei. You will have an opportunity to see this architectural masterpiece and the panoramic views of Doha’s impressive skyline.
- The Corniche - Drive along the Corniche, a waterfront promenade extending for 7 km along Doha Bay, with stunning views of the modern skyline.
- Katara Cultural Village - We then proceed to Katara Cultural Village which is 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. You will also 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.
- Souq Waqif - We end our tour with a stroll through the colourful Souq Waqif where you can experience the living heritage and traditions of the city and enjoy the colourful commerce and culinary offers abundant within its vibrant alleyways. You will 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.
What's Included
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Licensed English-speaking guides
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Licensed English-speaking guides
- Air-conditioned transportation
What's Not Included
- Meals and beverages
- Travel insurance
- Anything else that is not expressly mentioned above in Inclusions
- Meals and beverages
- Travel insurance
- Anything else that is not expressly mentioned above in Inclusions
Additional Information
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.
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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.
This tour is only available for passengers transiting in Hamad International Airport for more than 6 hours.
- Total duration of the tour is 3 hours including travelling time
Location
Hamad International Airport
Discover Qatar Tour Desk - Located in Duty Free Plaza South, behind the escalators between concourse A & B – Meet 2 hours before tour start time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
3.6
(8 Ratings)
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Thebestjourneyyet
Apr 19, 2025
Great way to spend an 8 hour layover - We booked a 5 hour transit tour with a private driver. Just a brilliant way to not only kill time but get an overview of Doha from the National Museum to Souq Waqif and everywhere in between. Five hours offered us plenty time to explore the souks as well as stopping at the Pearl for dinner! Fantastic tour. Would highly recommend.
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Adventure21265695978
Feb 18, 2025
Looking for something to do on a Doha layover? - Ajidh, the Best Tour Guide Ever! We took the 7PM City Tour. It was wonderful! Ajidh's knowledge of the town and the history of this amazing country made this tour very worth the cost. If you have a long enough layover in Doha, definitely consider signing up for the Discover Qatar City Tour!
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Tinaaa1970
Feb 2, 2025
Very well organized - Well organized from the beginning when you go to the desk and they take you to immigration passport control. Tours in total of three hours and not four, but enough to get an idea of the city and the market. Worth thinking if you are in transit in Doha and it is not expensive
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Dennisfw4583go
Nov 14, 2024
Excellent Tour Staffs by Ajith - Had a transit of about 9hrs in Doha and opted to book for a city tour with Discover Qatar.
must say I was impressed by the proper organization of the whole process from how quick it is to book at the airport, to the tour itself.
I would like to commend your staff -Ajith whose service was very personalized and professional, he gave a personalized experience and very detailed explanations of the tour
Would definitely recommend
By Dennis
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Getaway174283
Nov 12, 2024
Do see the magical night lights with excellent staff and guide support - I love coming to India by Qatar airlines and had a wonderful experience in transit tour
I was so impressed by the staff who took us till the visa clearance area
Cost is not too much
Our tour guide - Ajit was a very polite and professional guide. His knowledge around the culture and heritage was excellent. I loved that he highlighted all the football stadiums- took us to the beautiful bazaar , gave us time to take beautiful night pictures and be very punctual.
The purple lights looked beautiful and the amphitheater was worth a visit
Ajit showed us a sculpture of earth - as an art lover - I was so much impressed.
Overall my experience was really good - and the friendly staff - caring your guide and beautiful lights of the city - has created a memorable experience.
Would recommend it to those - who have long transit times and spreading looking forward for longer stay in my return trip to USA
Rajeev
Boston
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Annakf3917bi
Mar 2, 2025
Great chance to get to an overview of the city and kill done transit time! - I had a long transit so it was great to get out and spend three hours on a city tour. We made 3 stops. The first was about 19mins so we could take photos of the skyline, the second was at the katara cultural center which lasted about 2o-30 mine and then we had an hour at the market. I think the trip could have been more informative as far as culture and history. Felt it was a bit commercial by encouraging us to buy things from the market which didnt really work as most of us carry foreign money and cards were not accepted for the smaller sellers.
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Lisleigh
Jan 31, 2025
Not worth the hassle. - We checked in 90 minutes before tour. The desk stamped our online printed confirmation “DQ - Checked”. We proceeded to go through immigration after more than a 90 minute wait just to reach the desk. The lady who checked my passport took my picture and was asking her colleague several questions. She then proceeded after several minutes to hand me back my passport and confirmation and told me to go to line 20. I stoped to ask the uniformed officers for help and they said I need a Visa. The gentleman in the tracksuits took me over to another DQ desk. They gave me some hand written City Tout cards. No other info on the card other than name. We were walked back and there was more disagreements between all groups that work there if the stamp on online form was ok or we needed the cards. They still wanted our Visa! USA does not need a visa for an afternoon stay. Don’t bother!!! 3 hours later we are still waiting for a driver.
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795mry
Oct 14, 2024
Don't book and pay online ... you would lose your money - Bad experience since I booked a 3 hour tour in Doha but ended with losing all my paid money without any provided service ... its a shame!
Just pay at the counter ... as you need to double check as needrd 3 hour for immigration & customes + 3 hour tour ... but its not clear ... and bad customer satisfaction supoort
Discover Doha Qatar Airways left me with BAD experience! And I ended with I hate visiting Doha.
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