Al Markhiya Travel Guide
Doha
Visit Al Markhiya
Popular places to visit
City Centre Shopping Mall
Spend a relaxed, air-conditioned day in one of Qatar’s largest malls as you enjoy shopping, dining and family entertainment options.
Doha Corniche
Stretching for miles in front of Doha’s skyline, this quiet promenade is a great place to take a peaceful stroll or a morning jog.
Souq Waqif
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Souq Waqif during your visit to Doha.
Souq Waqif Art Center
For a sense of traditional Qatari life, visit this marketplace in the heart of Doha. Shop, appreciate the architecture and have a meal here.
Katara Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Katara Beach during your travels in Doha? While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
National Museum of Qatar
Built in the unusual shape of a desert rose, this museum uses modern displays to cover millions of years of Qatar’s history.
Things to do
Qatar Sunset Desert Safari: Dune Bashing & Golden Sands Adventure
Doha :Half Day Desert Safari | Camel Riding | ATV | Sand Surfing
Top hotels in Al Markhiya
Oryx Airport Hotel
The hotel is great. Super comfy and close to a food court and shops.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha
Everything about the hotel was first class and most importantly all the staff who should be proud of the efforts they put in to make us holiday makers have a great time. Well recommended.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Steigenberger Hotel Doha
Amazing experience and very clean and tidy hotel! Highly recommended and will visit again
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
Clean
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha
Great place to stay and close to the airport. I had a 9hr layover and if I go back I will stay here
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Doha Old Town
Excellent location, excellent staff, amazing Mexican restaurant
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Al Markhiya
Onaiza
While visiting Onaiza, you might make a stop by sights like The Gate Mall and Ministry of Justice.
Al Dafna
If you're spending time in Al Dafna, check out sights like Doha Corniche or Ministry of Education and hop on the metro to see more of the city at West Bay Qatar Energy Station or Corniche Station.
Diplomatic Area
The beaches and abundant dining options are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by City Centre Shopping Mall or Hotel Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at DECC Station to get around town.
West Bay
Noted for its beaches and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in West Bay. Top attractions like Katara Cultural Village and Katara Beach are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Katara Station or Al Qassar Station to see more of the city.
Al Bida
While you're in Al Bida, take in top sights like Doha Corniche and jump on the metro at Al Bidda Station to see more of the city.
Al Sadd
Shopping and spas are just a few features Al Sadd is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Joaan Station or Hamad Hospital Station.
