22 hours in DOH

[Isochronous]

As part of my oneworld 280k award I also have a 22 hour overnight stop in DOH doing KUL-DOH-WAW, arriving around 11am and departing the next day at 9am. I figured it would be a good way to see Doha (never been to the Middle East before) without wasting one of my 5 permissible stopovers.

Any suggestions on what to do?

Also I'm planning on showering when I land, then going back in the evening (perhaps post-dinner) to sleep in the lounge (OWE travelling QR J). Is that feasible? Is there an arrivals lounge of some kind at the new DOH?

 

[zainman]

Some places of interest are:

The Islamic museum of art
Souq Waqif (awesome food)
Three shopping centres: Doha city centre, Villaggio and Landmark
Katara and the pearl.

I'll update if I can think of anything else later...

I would book a hotel if I were you, maybe the Oryx Rotana which is close to the old airport (still not too far from the new one).

 

[Isochronous]

Should I just pay to take taxis between each place or should I sign up for some kind of day tour?

 

[zainman]

Should I just pay to take taxis between each place or should I sign up for some kind of day tour?

The only thing really out of the way is The Pearl/Katara and you can give it a miss if you like. Taxi's are cheap and plentiful.

 

[robw0910]

Following link might assist, Sealine Beach is worthwhile if you want to escape the concrete

http://www.qatarairways.com/au/en/qatar-tours.page

If you enjoy a beer and TV sport then Champions Sports Bar at the Marriott City Center is recommended.

 

[Isochronous]

Following link might assist, Sealine Beach is worthwhile if you want to escape the concrete

Qatar Activities & Tours | Qatar Airways Holidays Global

If you enjoy a beer and TV sport then Champions Sports Bar at the Marriott City Center is recommended.

That link is a great idea. Thanks!

Best to book in advance or on day of arrival?

 

[robw0910]

That link is a great idea. Thanks!

Best to book in advance or on day of arrival?

No idea as my Doha experiences have been for work not in transit or a tourist.

 

[Isochronous]

Thanks for the tips. I will give it a go and update the forum with a review in due course - just got to decide what to see.