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Doha & the Desert: 2-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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The 2-day version for December: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 2-day plan · 3-day plan · 4-day plan · best time to go.

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2
days
190 km
distance
4.8 h
driving
10
curated stops

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Day 1 Doha → Al Khor

4 curated stops
Transit
2h09
Finish
~16:50
Temperature
16.0°C–23.8°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
10.4h
09:00
National Museum of Qatar read more map ↗
Discover Qatar's history in a futuristic structure inspired by desert roses.
50 min · Doha
10:30
Museum of Islamic Arts read more map ↗
Admire intricate Islamic art in a stunning building by I.M. Pei.
50 min · Doha · Free
open: S M W 10:30-17:30; Th Sa 12:00-20:00; F 14:00-20:00
11:30
Qatar National Library qnl.qa read more map ↗
Marvel at the innovative design of this renowned architectural landmark.
50 min · Doha
12:20
Shanghai Garden search map ↗
Relish traditional Chinese dishes favored by local expatriates.
60 min · Doha
open: 11:00-23:30
15:20
Al Khor Public Gardens search map ↗
Stroll through the freshly renovated gardens and enjoy the greenery.
90 min · Al Khor · Free
open: Dawn to dusk
Overnight: Al Khor
e.g. Al Sultan Beach Resort · Camping

Day 2 Al Zubarah

5 curated stops
Transit
2h42
Finish
~17:05
Temperature
18.6°C–22.9°C
Rainy days
~2
Daylight
10.4h
09:55
Al Zubarah Fort read more map ↗
Explore the ancient fort and museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
50 min · Al Zubarah · Free
11:25
Al Thughab Fort search map ↗
Visit this fort with three square towers and one round tower, restored in 2003.
50 min · Al Zubarah · Free
open: 24 hr
12:25
Al Rakiyat Fort search map ↗
Explore the restored fort featuring three square towers and one round tower.
50 min · Al Zubarah · Free
open: 24 hr
14:30
Al Ghariya search map ↗
Capture photos of this photogenic partially abandoned fishing village and enjoy the nearby beach.
50 min · Al Zubarah
16:15
Al Jassassiyeh Carvings search map ↗
Discover ancient petroglyphs depicting local fauna and boats.
50 min · Al Zubarah · Free

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