About Qatar - Noor Al Shams Tourism

A few words about Qatar

Qatar is an Arab state located in the Persian Gulf. This peninsula nation is considered to be one of the safest and most hospitable countries in the world for tourists.

The government has dedicated all its resources to creating tourist facilities. It is not a large country, but its fast-growing tourism industry is threatening to take over the world.

What is the best time of the year to visit Qatar? Any! It has a near-perfect summer-like climate all year long.

The Best Places to Go when in Qatar

Qatar might be a small country, but it is overflowing with interesting places that should be on your bucket`s list.

1 Doha Corniche

The Doha Corniche is a waterfront promenade extending for seven kilometres along Doha Bay in the capital city of Qatar. The Doha Corniche has a charming view of the Arabian Sea and its Gulf, in addition to being one of the most beautiful areas teeming with restaurants and cafes.

Impressive sunset over Doha’s City Center

2 Dhow Cruises

Dhow Cruise activity is one of the popular tourist activities in Doha. Back in time Dhows were used for Pearl hunting, Fishing and for good transportation. Today dhows feature modern amenities designed to entice tourists. You can enjoy the sunset with authentic BBQ Dinner and traditional Qatari hospitality to spend a memorable evening.

3 Mina District

Mina District is the Qatar’s latest tourism spots which is located at the Old Doha Port. This Colourful 37 mixed use buildings are home to retail outlets, restaurants, internal roads, apartments, car parks, food and beverage, coffee shops, cinema, boutique hotels, leisure and edutainment, and a kid’s area.

4 National Museum of Qatar

The building was designed by Pritzker Prize winning architect Jean Nouvel who was inspired by the Desert Rose crystal which can be found in Qatar Desert. The National Museum of Qatar is home to a multitude of archaeological and heritage objects, manuscripts, photographs, jewellery and costumes. The museum houses 11 galleries through which visitors can witness the changing fortunes of this peninsular nation. Each gallery offers perspective, and a multi-sensory experience.

5 Museum of Islamic Art

The Beautiful architecture building is built in the Doha waterfront promenade by Pritzker Prize winning architect I.M. Pei. The building was inspired by the Sabil, or ablution fountain, in the 9^th century Mosque of Ahmad Ibn Tulun in Cairo, Egypt. Traditional Islamic patterns (domes, geometric patterns, arches, water features) meld with modern architecture to produce this hallmark museum in Qatar.

6 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic & Sports Museum

The 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum is one of the world’s most innovative sports museum. With the tool of captivating storytelling, 3-2-1 sheds light on the evolution of sports and Qatar’s passion for it.

7 Souq Waqif

Souq Waqif means the ‘’Standing market’’ which is one of the top tourist spots in Qatar and its located in the heart of the capitals old Downtown. . » The highlights are Falcon souq, spice souq, pet souq, gold souq, handicraft souq, and art gallery. Back in time Bedouins and locals would gather on either side of the river to trade goods — from cumin to wood.

8 Msheireb Downtown & Msheireb Museums

Msheireb Downtown brings Doha’s Old Center back, recreating the community feeling and cultural roots upon which the city was founded. Msheireb Museums tells the story of four remarkable historic houses: Radwani house, Bin Jelmood House, Company House, and Muhammed Bin Jassim House. these houses take you through a journey to explore some of the most enticing untold stories from Qatar’s socio-economic history. Stories to engage, inspire and spark conversations.

9 Katara Cultural Village

The entire Katara complex is built in a fusion of oriental architectural and retro-romantic style, different from most of Doha’s charming new cultural buildings elsewhere in the city. Overlooking the shining blue sea, The Katara Amphitheatre is an architectural beauty created as a fusion of the perpetual Islamic features and classical Greek theatre concept. The Opera House offers a luxurious cultural experience with a blend of Oriental and late Victorian architectural styles, resultant from European 19th-century models and conventional Islamic design. – Outdoor airconditioned commercial Katara Plaza Mall.

10 Qatar State Grand Mosque

Imam Abdul Wahab Mosque also known as the Qatar state grand mosque is the largest mosque in Qatar and it was inaugurated in 2011. The mosque houses three libraries, separate prayer and ablution halls for men and women, and special halls for Quran memorisation, and can hold over 30,000 worshippers.

11 The Pearl

The Pearl, the most glamorous address in Qatar, is located on these artificial islands, almost four million square meters of residential and commercial space. The Island is also home to modern dining spots – from refreshing ice creams to five-star culinary experiences, and stands out for its pedestrian-friendly squares and plazas along with its wide range of landscaped gardens.