Story of Doha City

This half-day guided tour will cover some of the best highlights of Doha City. Drive to the Old Port of Doha (Mina
District), a picturesque neighbourhood of quaint cobbled streets and pastel-coloured buildings where you can spot
cruise ships docking and visit a stunning fish market. Next is Box Park, one of the most vibrant and trendy destinations
in Qatar. Shipping containers are repurposed into colourful shopping and food outlets, making Box Park a photogenic
and Instagram-friendly location.

Next, head towards Katara Cultural Village, enroute you pass by Doha Corniche, a waterfront promenade extending
for seven kilometres, and Westbay district where you can witness the Skyscrapers of Doha, which has been pictured
in every postcard image of Doha city. Upon arrival at Katara Cultural Village, the guide will take you to some of the
city’s iconic buildings – The Katara Blue Mosque which features Persian and Turkish tile and enamel work in shades
of blue and gold, proffering a stark contrast to the surrounding buildings. Next to it is the Pigeon towers – oblong
structures with holes and perches for pigeons. Following is the visit to the Amphitheatre, spread over 3,275 sqm, this
classical Greek-style amphitheater reflects Islamic influences, with a capacity of 5,000 spectators. Next Explore 21 High
Street, a giant gift box marks the start of this ultra-luxe high street, or follow the trail of high-end cars dropping shoppers
off at Galleries Lafayette, with a powerful outdoor cooling system, and Murano glass 21 High Street offers year-round
comfort.

Finally visit the most famous Souq Waqif, the old trading market, on the banks of the Wadi Musheireb. With its mud
daubed buildings, the market harkens to a bygone era while remaining a hub of activity, where commerce and gossip
collide. Visit the Spice Market, the spot for exotic Arabic aromatics like saffron, zater, sumac, dried flowers, dried black
lemons, and endless varieties of, dates honey, tea leaves and coffee beans. Visit to the Falcon Souq, where you can see
the majestic birds up close and, under the shopkeeper’s watchful eye, pose with a falcon perched on your arm. Pass by
the Camel pen near the Falcon Souq to see these doe-eyed creatures, or wander to the Emiri Stables where beautiful
Arabian horses hold sway in between taking the heritage police on their daily rounds of the souq. The Excursion ends
with a transfer back to the residing location/Hotel.

Tour Plan/Itinerary

• Visit to Mina District
• Old Port and Box Park
• Fish Market in Old Port Mina
• Corniche and Doha Skyline
• West-bay District
• Katara Cultural Village
• Souq Waqif