Al Souq
Doha
Popular places to visit
Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center
Look for the tall spiral tower of this edutainment center, which offers an inviting place for visitors to learn about Arabic culture and Islamic religion.
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.
Villagio Mall
A Venetian theme makes for an atmospheric shopping experience at this vast mall with fashion stores, restaurants and an indoor fairground.
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
North Qatar Tour | Zubara Fort | Purple Island | Mangros Colony
Qatar: Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) Al Maha Lounge
Qatar: Doha Sightseeing Cruise Onboard an Arabic Dhow Boat
Doha: Desert Safari, Sandboarding, Camel Ride and Inland Sea
Doha: Sightseeing Tour To All Main Attractions of Doha
Doha: Guided City Tour to Souq Waqif, Katara, & Pearl-Qatar
Top hotels in Al Souq
Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
Fabulous, warm and attentive staff Breakfast excellent
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Steigenberger Hotel Doha
Well equipped rooms which were spotlessly clean. The service was friendly and professional throughout! Shout out to Abdu in the restaurant who was super friendly and went above and beyond!
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Oryx Airport Hotel
Convenient inside airport. Beautiful pool and hot tubs
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Fairmont Doha
THE BEST HOTEL IN THE WORLD!
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
The St. Regis Doha
Quite Clean excellent experience breakfast buffet selection excellent friendly staff Specially Ms. Maryam at conceriage
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha
Clean room, super friendly staff who made the extra to surprise me with a cake on my birthday. Thank you!
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Al Souq
Al Jasra
If you're spending some time in Al Jasra, Pearl Monument and Souq Waqif are top sights worth seeing.
Old Al Ghanim
While Old Al Ghanim isn't home to many top sights, Gold Souq and Souq Waqif Art Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Al Najada
While Al Najada isn't home to many top sights, Souq Waqif Art Center and Gold Souq are some notable places to visit nearby.
As Salatah
While visiting As Salatah, you might make a stop by sights like National Museum of Qatar and Doha Corniche.
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.
Msheireb Downtown
If you're spending time in Msheireb Downtown, check out sights like Msheireb Museums or Al Khoot Fort and hop on the metro to see more the city at Al Baraha Tram Stop or Sahat Al-Masjid Tram Stop.
