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Museum of Islamic Arts

Doha's flagship museum. Housed in a building designed by I.M. Pei, the museum hosts artefacts from Muslim dynasties all over Asia, Africa and Europe. Also present are items from the Al-Thani dynasty, as well as art from all parts of the Middle East. Gloriously air conditioned, there is also a cafe and gift shop. The permanent exhibition is on the 2nd and 3rd floors, with temporary exhibitions on the ground floor. Free wi-fi in the museum building, dress appropriately. An hourly shuttle service provides free transportation between MIA and Mathaf W-Su 11:00-17:00; driving time between the two museums is 25-35 minutes.

Address: Next to Doha Port, on the Corniche
Getting there: Route 76 bus; shuttle bus
Hours: S Mon Wed 10:30-17:30; Thu Sat 12:00-20:00; Fri 14:00-20:00
Price: Free
Website: mia.org.qa (opens in a new tab)

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