Doha is Qatar's capital, a Gulf waterfront city where the Museum of Islamic Art, the traditional Souq Waqif, the Katara Cultural Village and the glass towers of West Bay sit within a short drive of each other.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Aspire Park
Large park with a lake, playgrounds, a cafe and cycling paths beside Aspire Zone.
Duration: 1–3 hours
Museum of Islamic Art Park and Corniche
Waterfront promenade and park with skyline views and open lawns for children.
Duration: 1–2 hours
National Museum of Qatar
Desert-rose-shaped building by Jean Nouvel with immersive films about Qatar's history.
Duration: 2–3 hours
Dadu - Doha Children's Museum
Hands-on children's museum in Msheireb Downtown Doha with creative play areas.
Duration: 2 hours
Gondolania at Villaggio Mall
Indoor canal gondola rides and a theme park inside an Italian-style mall.
Duration: 1–2 hours
Katara Cultural Village and Beach
Amphitheatre, galleries, restaurants and a public beach.
Duration: 2–3 hours
3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum
Interactive exhibits on sport history and the Olympic movement.
Duration: 2 hours
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel
A large waterfront resort in West Bay with a private beach, pools and kids' facilities. Rates are indicative and change by season; check current rates before booking.
Family features: Family rooms and suites; check current kids' club schedules
Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl
A luxury resort on The Pearl-Qatar with a beach, pools and family suites. Rates are indicative and change by season; check current rates before booking.
Family features: Family rooms or suites; check the current room configuration
Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara
An island resort reached by boat from Doha with a beach, pools and family villas. Rates are indicative and change by season; check current rates before booking.
Family features: Family villas and rooms; check the current room configuration
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Qatari and Lebanese restaurants welcome children; shawarma, hummus and grilled chicken are easy options.
Malls such as Villaggio and Mall of Qatar have large food courts with kids' menus.
Many restaurants offer family sections and high chairs; Friday brunch is a popular family occasion in hotels.
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Plan outdoor activities for early morning or evening from May to October; indoor malls and museums are best midday.
Strollers work well in malls and on the Corniche; souq alleys are crowded at weekends.
Karwa taxis and Uber carry few child seats; bring one or ask the hotel.
Women and children can use the Doha Metro Family Carriage.