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Useful tips

Small things that make the trip easier

Airport

Hamad International (DOH)

Currency

Qatari riyal (QAR)

Emergency

999

Hospital

Hamad General Hospital

Dress modestly in public

Cover shoulders and knees in souqs, malls and museums. Swimwear belongs at the beach or pool.

Use the metro

Three clean, cheap lines; tap a travel card in and out. Gold Club carriages cost more and are quieter.

Ride-hailing is easy

Karwa taxis are metered; Uber and the Karwa app work well. Short rides are inexpensive.

Respect the heat

Even in November the midday sun is strong. Drink water, wear a hat and plan shade between stops.

Friday rhythm

Friday is the weekly holiday. Shops close around midday prayers, the metro starts later and museums open in the afternoon.

Ask before photos

Ask before photographing people, especially women and families, and avoid government and military buildings.

Know the alcohol law

Alcohol is served only in licensed hotel venues. Do not bring it into the country or drink in public.

Public behaviour

Keep affection discreet, avoid loud arguments and do not swear or make rude gestures in public.

Pack a light layer

Malls and the metro are cool, and late-November evenings by the water can feel breezy.

Cards everywhere

Cards and phone payments are accepted almost everywhere; keep a few riyals for souq stalls and karak stands.

Stay connected

Buy a local SIM or eSIM at the airport; WhatsApp is the easiest way to confirm bookings.

Check museum days

Each museum closes one weekday and keeps shorter Friday hours. Check qm.org.qa before you go.

Doha is one of the safest cities in the region. Follow local laws and dress codes, and check the entry rules for your passport before you travel.

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