Old Airport Travel Guide
Doha
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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.
Villagio Mall
A Venetian theme makes for an atmospheric shopping experience at this vast mall with fashion stores, restaurants and an indoor fairground.
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
Doha :Half Day Desert Safari | Camel Riding | ATV | Sand Surfing
Doha: Night Desert Safari with Stargazing & Camel Ride
North Qatar Half-Day Tour: Al Zubarah, Purple Island & Mangroves
Doha Tour with Gondola Ride at Villaggio Mall
From Doha: Sunrise or Sunset Safari with Sand Boarding
Top hotels in Old Airport
Oryx Airport Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Fairmont Doha
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
Steigenberger Hotel Doha
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Airport
Najma
Even though there aren't top sights in Najma, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like The Mall. Jump on the metro at Al Doha Al Jadeda Station to see more of the city.
Umm Ghuwailina
Even though there aren't top sights in Umm Ghuwailina, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like National Museum of Qatar. Jump on the metro at Umm Ghuwailina Station to see more of the city.
Al Rufaa
Even though there aren't top sights in Al Rufaa, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like National Museum of Qatar. Jump on the metro at National Museum Station to see more of the city.
Rawdat Al Khail
When in Rawdat Al Khail, you can plan a visit to Souq Waqif Art Center and Gold Souq, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Old Al Ghanim
While Old Al Ghanim may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gold Souq and Souq Waqif Art Center.
Al Najada
When in Al Najada, you can plan a visit to Souq Waqif Art Center and Gold Souq, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.