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1. Doha Corniche

Waterfront promenadeCorniche / Doha Bay

The Doha Corniche is a seven-kilometre crescent promenade around Doha Bay, linking the Museum of Islamic Art, Al Bidda Park and the West Bay skyline.

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2. The Pearl-Qatar and Qanat Quartier

Island neighbourhood and canalsThe Pearl-Qatar

Qanat Quartier on The Pearl-Qatar is a Venice-inspired district of canals, pastel buildings and arched bridges, with water taxis, cafés and waterside restaurants.

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3. Msheireb Downtown Doha

Regenerated city district walkMsheireb

Msheireb Downtown Doha is a regenerated quarter of more than 100 buildings and shaded courtyards beside Souq Waqif, with heritage museums, hotels and outdoor dining.

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4. Al Thakira Mangroves

Mangrove kayaking and birdwatchingAl Khor (day trip)

The protected Al Thakira mangrove forest near Al Khor, about 40 minutes from Doha, is the place to kayak or paddleboard among mangroves and see herons and flamingos.

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5. Khor Al Adaid (Inland Sea)

Desert and inland sea excursionSouthern Qatar (day trip)

Khor Al Adaid, the Inland Sea, is a protected bay surrounded by high sand dunes on the Saudi border, reached only by 4x4 on a desert safari from Doha.

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