Middle East

Qatar Travel Guide

Qatar is a small peninsula on the Arabian Gulf, and almost all visitors base themselves in its capital, Doha. The city has grown rapidly into a modern hub with a waterfront Corniche, world-class museums and Hamad International Airport, one of the region’s major transit points.

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Qatari riyal
Arabia Standard Time

Where to go

Destinations in Qatar

Doha travel guideBest time: November to MarchDoha travel guide: Souq Waqif, West Bay and The Pearl, the best time to visit, Hamad International Airport and things to do.

Overview

About travel in Qatar

Beyond Doha, day trips reach the sand dunes and Inland Sea at Khor Al Adaid in the south and the historic Al Zubarah fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in the north-west.

Currency: Qatari riyal (QAR)
Language: Arabic (official); English is widely used
Time zone: Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3)

When to go

Best time to visit Qatar

November to March is the most comfortable time, with warm days and pleasant evenings. Summer, from June to September, is very hot and humid.

Plan your trip

Hotels and things to do in Qatar

Hotels in DohaPlaces to stay
Things to do in DohaTours & activities

Qatar essentials

Qatar travel FAQs

Is Doha good for a stopover?

Yes. Hamad International Airport is about 20 minutes from central Doha, and the Doha Metro links it with the city, so a one- or two-night stopover is easy.

What is there to do in Qatar outside Doha?

Desert safaris to the dunes and Inland Sea at Khor Al Adaid, and the UNESCO-listed Al Zubarah Archaeological Site in the north-west.

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