A pristine example of a typical Arab fort, its one-meter-thick walls warded off invaders and helped keep rooms cool during the hot summer.
Sports and events in Doha
Date: 1 to 18 December 2025
Venue: Across different stadiums in Qatar
A celebration of football and Arab unity returns to Qatar as it welcomes the region's top national teams for the FIFA Arab Cup 2025.
Date: 10-17 December 2025
Venue: Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium
Comprising total of 5 matches, the concluding 3 matches will be played in Qatar. The final will take place on 17 December between Paris Saint-Germain (UEFA Champions League 2024-2025 winners) v Challenger Cup winners.
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Qatar Stopover
Turn one holiday into two with incredible stopover packages to Qatar, the perfect destination for a taste of local culture, desert adventures, world-class shopping, fine dining, and much more.
Make the most of your journey with these amazing packages by Discover Qatar, including up to four nights in a hotel, tours, and memorable experiences.
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Things to do in Qatar
The reserve is home to wildlife, marine life, and vegetation alike. Enjoy spotting turtles, flamingos, dugongs, Arabian oryx, camels, and more.
Recognized as one of Qatar’s oldest and largest forests, the Al Thakira mangrove is has a unique ecosystem both above and below the waters and is best explored by kayak.
Watch the dhows lighting up the Corniche in the evenings, or simply take a boat ride to soak in the vista of this city.
A central amphitheatre stands against a backdrop of traditional architecture and cobbled streets, and a spacious public beach offers water sports rentals.
The National Museum of Qatar gives voice to Qatar’s heritage whilst celebrating its future. It spans a whopping 430,500 square feet.