As the host country of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Qatar is expected to see more visitors worldwide. During this time, you should visit popular attractions in Qatar and do other things to do to have a great vacation. While many will be focused on sporting events, there are plenty of other attractions in Qatar. From museums and mosques to desert safaris and luxury hotels where you can stay in Qatar, here are some of the most popular attractions in Qatar to visit during the World Cup.
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Let’s see the decent attractions in Qatar.
Top Attractions in Qatar
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Visit Education City: Top Attractions in Qatar
Education City, located in the middle of Al Rayyan, was created thanks to the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development efforts, founded in 1995 by Father Amir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa. The Qatar Foundation launched the “Unlocking Human Potential” initiative to ensure the country’s long-term economic viability via educational and scientific breakthroughs.
PHONE: +974 4454 0000
WEBSITE: https://www.qf.org.qa/education/education-city
Eight universities and research institutes, including Georgetown University in Qatar, Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, and the city’s own Hamad Bin Khalifa University, call Education City home. The town was officially opened on October 13, 2003. There are 13 schools here that are part of the Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education network, as well as the Qatar National Library, the Education City Stadium (one of the venues for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM), the Qur’anic Botanic Garden, Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, and several art exhibitions and installations, such as Seeroo fi al Ardh, Oxygen Park, -Green Spine and Ceremonial Court, Minaretein
The vast natural areas, one of the region’s largest libraries with over a million volumes, a game of golf, and an art tour may all be experienced in a single stroll or tram ride around Education City.
The citizens of Education City welcome all visitors. That’s why we think it’s one of must-visit attractions in Qatar.
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Pay a Visit to Aspire Zone Foundation
The Torch Doha, a hotel that stands 300 meters tall and offers breathtaking views of Doha, can be found in the Aspire Zone, which is only minutes from the city’s historic district. It is a compact destination for sports fans, with world-class sports arenas, a training school, a sports medicine facility, a turf research center, five-star accommodations, restaurants, and entertainment.
Aspire Park’s 880,00 m2 of green space is a welcome shelter from the bustle of the city, and it’s home to jogging paths, playgrounds, a lake, and Sarah Lucas’s public sculpture Perceval.
Several restaurants and cafes are in the vicinity, and the Villaggio Mall and Hyatt Plaza Mall provide even more eating, shopping, and entertainment opportunities.
It’s simple to get to Aspire Zone by vehicle or cab. So, make your time to visit the most attractions in Qatar.
The Aspire Zone interchange is Metro accessible. The Al Aziziyah–Gold Line station is the closest metro stop. The distance between Al Aziziyah and Aspize Zone is just 15 minutes.
PHONE: +974 4413 8188
WEBSITE: https://www.aspirezone.qa/index.aspx?lang=en
Aspiration Zone is a fantastic destination for families and vacationers. The Torch Doha Hotel, a haven for everyone from athletes to spa hounds, is one of two hotels at the location. The Al Aziziyah Boutique Hotel, also part of Aspire, impresses its grand Victorian façade and elegant interiors. Both are conveniently located near the Villaggio Mall, which has Venetian-style architecture. A convenient place to take the kids that has everything from shops to restaurants (both fast food and sit-down) to entertainment (movies and amusement parks).
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Explore Qatar National Library
The diamond-shaped façade of the library is deceptive, as the inside, designed by Rem Koolhaas, is open and airy and places a premium on natural light and transparency. The bookcases are built into the structure, emerging from the ground to become one with the surroundings. All building areas benefit from the seamless integration of cutting-edge technology that increases convenience and productivity for all users.
PRECISELY HOW DO I GET THERE?
It is located in the Ceremonial Court parking lot, where a shuttle runs to the library every 15 minutes.
Driving to QNL is a viable option. Spaces for vehicles are readily accessible.
One may reach QNL using the Doha Metro. In addition, the Qatar National Library station can be found on the Green line.
PHONE: +974 4454 0100
WEBSITE: https://www.qnl.qa/en
Famous architect Rem Koolhaas designed the open floor plan of the 45,000-square-foot building to seem like two sheets of paper that have been torn apart and folded diagonally at the corners.
The primary indoor area is planned to let just natural light in and keep you connected with the outside world. The glass facade allows plenty of daylight, making it ideal for indoor activities like reading and mingling. The bookcases are built into the building structure, rising from the ground to emphasis the importance of literature in Qatari society.
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Discover the Pearl
The Pearl Qatar is an artificial island located near Doha’s chic West Bay neighborhood. In addition to its yacht-lined marinas, residential towers, villas, and hotels, this neighborhood also has many high-end designer stores and showrooms. Pedestrian-friendly plazas and squares, as well as a variety of manicured gardens, set the Island apart as a destination for foodies.
The Pearl’s sophisticated reputation has earned nicknames like “the Arabian Riviera.”
PRECISELY HOW DO I GET THERE?
The Pearl Qatar is conveniently situated close to West Bay, Doha’s financial district, the Katara Cultural Village, and Lusail City. It’s easily reached by vehicle or cab (Uber is widely used, alternatively Karwa or Careem). It will take you between 30 and 40 minutes to get here from Hamad International Airport.
The costs and details of several transportation cards are listed here.
PHONE: 8006222
WEBSITE: https://www.thepearlqatar.com/
The Pearl Qatar, built on four million square meters of reclaimed land, is an intriguing artificial island. It’s a trendy neighborhood with posh community living, thanks to its hotels, lovely cafés and restaurants, landmark marina, and high-end stores.
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