Area Attractions

The Museum of Islamic Art represents Islamic art from three continents over 1,400 years. MIA is the flagship of Qatar Museums which, under the leadership of its Chairperson H.E. Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, is transforming the State of Qatar into a cultural capital of the Middle East. MIA sheds light on our origins to illuminate our future. Through safeguarding masterpiece collections of Islamic art and showcasing extraordinary exhibitions, MIA shares knowledge, spreading curiosity, understanding, and joy.

Souq Waqif in doha is one of the remaining traditional souqs in the Gulf region. With its multitude of shops, souvenirs and local products, Souq Waqif offers a vibrant and traditional Arabian ambience in the heart of the city—not more than 20 minutes from Grand Hyatt Doha . For a memorable experience, we recommend that you visit Souq Waqif between 5pm and 11pm.

Katara is a ten minute drive from Grand Hyatt Doha and offers a whole host of activities to do in Doha. Katara Cultural Village is the largest and the most multidimensional cultural project in Qatar. It is a hub where people come together to experience the cultures of the world. With stunning theaters, concert halls, exhibition galleries and state of the art facilities, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

The new National Museum of Qatar is home to the rich heritage and culture of the country and the aspiration of its people from the past, the present and the forthcoming future. Spreading over 1.5km, the museum displays an exciting array of all-embracing environments and captivating storytelling that will grasp your senses.

Lagoona Mall has emerged as the place to be seen for those who value a touch of class. For global brands, Lagoona Mall offers pristine, picture-perfect surroundings and an attractive client base. Located in Doha’s affluent West Bay residential development, Lagoona Mall is an oasis of exclusivity and enchantment dedicated to luxury and style.

Spread around 15,000 sqm of exquisitely designed retail space, Galeries Lafayette Doha is an architectural beauty in 21 High st - the ultimate outdoor shopping destination within Katara Cultural Village. Strategically positioned at a prestigious location between West Bay and The Pearl Qatar, Galeries Lafayette Doha creates a new Parisian lifestyle experience for local and international shoppers alike.

City Center provides a wide variety of famous international, regional and local retail brands and services, spread across the five floors. City Center Doha also features a range of family oriented offerings which include a 14 screen cinema complex, a bowling alley and an ice rink, 38 restaurants and a family entertainment Center. Visitors also have the chance to witness a range of spectacular functions, variety of shows, and seasonal events and activities targeting different age groups.

Villaggio Mall, a Venetian style-inspired shopping and entertainment center, is one of the most impressive, architecturally speaking, malls in the Gulf. The most distinctive feature is the indoor canal and several functional gondolas which take visitors through the mall. Crossing the canals, are bridges flanked by whimsical thrones, all beneath the artificial sky of Villaggio: a truly picture-perfect spot. These modern mall boasts 13 state of the art luxury cinemas, an IMAX screen, its own indoor theme park, and an indoor Olympic-sized skating rink. The mall welcomes an average of 42000 visitors/day to its 50,000 sqm of world class shopping, of which 15,000 sqm are dedicated to luxury brands.

The sheer scale of the Mall of Qatar is breathtaking, with over 500 shops (introducing 80 new brands to Doha) and more than 100 F&B outlets. It was constructed with 13 types of marble, covering more than 62,000m² of floor finishes and vertical cladding, and seven beautiful light installations are on display. There was over 10,500m² of natural skylighting and 28 metres of skylights in the luxury court area. 48,000m² of landscaped greenery represents 10% of the total building area, complemented by 24 water features and beautiful restaurant terraces.

Doha Festival City is the largest entertainment, fashion and dining destination in Qatar. The mall has more than 400 carefully-selected international and local brands, including some of the most anticipated names, many of which made their Qatar debut, such as Harvey Nichols, Charlotte Tilbury, Kiehl’s, Dior Beauty Boutique, and ACE. The destination is also home to the country’s only IKEA, which has been trading since 2013.

The world’s first Angry Birds World™ is featuring over 20 unique rides and attractions, the park brings together the Angry Birds characters for endless hours of fun and entertainment for the whole family. Incorporating an expansive indoor and outdoor area. In addition, the park includes a large array of F&B outlets, retail shops, edutainment activities and more thrilling attractions that will engage and entertain visitors of all ages. The entertainment park is now open at Doha Festival City.

BOUNCE is a Freestyle Playground combining elements of the world’s most exciting freestyle activities in one place. Made up of wall to wall trampolines, climbing and an adventure challenge course, BOUNCE is a training ground for some of the world’s leading freestyle athletes, and a skills development facility for free-spirited kids of any age. BOUNCE, is about inspiring everyone to forget the serious stuff and get immersed in adventure and fun.

The Museum of Illusions in Doha brings you a space suitable both for social and entertaining tours into the world of illusions which has delighted all generations. The museum consists of illusionistic rooms, optical illusions, a playroom with didactic games and puzzles and much more exciting features. The idea is to teach visitors about perception, vision, and the human brain.