Timeline
16:20
Grab a bite at Parisa. The Persian cuisine is excellent and the surroundings are unique. Book ahead if you can.
16:50
Walk 18 minutes NW to MIA Park. It is built on reclaimed land and offers great views of the West Bay skyline. You can rent bicycles or paddleboats, or just enjoy the open space and coffee from the small café.
17:05
Return to the National Museum of Qatar. Watch the sun set toward the WSW, casting golden light on the Jean Nouvel extension and the original palace. The extension is currently under construction but both structures are visible from the outside.
Local tip
The museum is open from 09:00 to 19:00 on the day of sunset. Parisa recommends booking. MIA Park has a café if you need a drink after the walk.
Check before you go
- National Museum of Qatar opens 09:00-19:00 on the day of the visit.
- Parisa advises booking in advance.
- MIA Park café hours are not specified, but the park is accessible.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Doha (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).