Doha travel guide
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You're Going to Love Doha
With 344,939 inhabitants, Doha is the most populous city in Qatar. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Doha has to offer.
Where to Eat in Doha
Diplomatic Area is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Doha. These include popular favourites such as Ipanema - Marriott Marquis City Center Doha (Omar Al Mukthar Street, Area 61, Street #850), Seasons Tea Lounge - Four Seasons Hotel Doha (Four Seasons Hotel Doha) and Nusret Doha (Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel). If you’re looking for affordable options, KAI’s Songbird Restaurant (Corinthia Yacht Club, Porto Arabia) and Jiwan Restaurant (National Museum of Qatar) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Clubhouse (Corinthia Yacht Club, Porto Arabia The Pearl) and Broadway Brasserie (65 Mohamed Bin Al Qassim St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Doha.
When to visit Doha
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Doha in July, when the average temperature is 35 °C, and the highest can go up to 40 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 13 °C, with an average temperature of 17 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 20 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Doha, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Doha
Plane
When flying to Doha, you’ll arrive at Doha Hamad Intl (DOH), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Doha from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 7h.
Airports near Doha
Airlines serving Doha
Where to stay in Doha
From 5-star hotels such as the DoubleTree by Hilton Doha Downtown to great affordable options like the Tourist Hotel, Doha offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €64 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €126 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Villa Palace Hotel and Sovereign Hotel - Marriage Certificate Required.