4 Museums You Must Visit In Doha
Qatar is filled with heritage and culture waiting to be explored….Immerse yourself in the culture with these 4 must-visit museums that combine education and entertainment!
4. Thuraya Planetarium
Take a journey through the galaxies at one of the main attractions in Katara!
What? Where education meets entertainment! the planetarium features a full dome digital system, 2 and 3D tutorial shows to help educate viewers on different topics relating to culture, science and astronomy!
Where? Katara Cultural Village،, Building 41, Doha
When? 8:00 AM–8:00 PM
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3. 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum
The largest museum of its kind in the world! For the true sport fanatic – If you’re into the value and positive impact of sports, its origins, development, and culture in Qatar and beyond – this museum is for you.
What? 7 galleries, with sections relating to the Olympics and its history, the World Cup and even the evolvement of the sports scene in the country.
Where? Khalifa International Stadium, Aspire Zone
When? Saturday-Thursday: 9am-7pm | Friday: 1.30pm-7pm.
How much? QAR100 for adults and kids under 16 go free!
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2. National Museum of Qatar
A desert rose in architectural form! It’s hard to miss this stunning work of art while driving along the corniche, but what you truly cannot miss is what the interior has in store for you to explore!
What? The National Museum of Qatar gives you a comprehensive overview of the country’s rich history, geology and all the way to desert living. The center of the museum also holds a surprise – as it was home to Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani’s original palace, which has been restored.
Where? Museum Park Street, Doha
When? Saturday-Thursday 9:00 am-7:00 pm | Friday 1:30pm-7:00pm.
How much? QAR100 – Kids under 16 go free
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1. Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art
With more than 9,000 pieces of art, this museum houses the world’s largest specialized collection of its kind.
What? This museum is home to a world-class collection of modern and contemporary art from the Arab world and its cultural and historical connections.
Where? Education City – Click here for the location
When? Saturday–Thursday: 9:00am–7:00pm | Fridays: 1:30pm–7:00pm
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Need commute for your long day visiting museums?
The Mathaf bus is a free shuttle service that will transport you between all the museums around Doha. Such as Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, Qatar National Library, Doha Fire Station, National Museum of Qatar and the Museum of Islamic Art.
The bus is available every hour.
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