Katara Cultural Village
9G6F+CR3, Doha, Qatar
Centered on a large Greek–style amphitheater, the Katara Cultural Village is a culture and entertainment precinct to the north of downtown Doha and West Bay. The eclectic cultural village is home to mosques with vivid tile patterns, a planetarium, art galleries, and much more, so it appeals to all types of travelers.
The basics
Because the Katara Cultural Village is home to so many different venues and landmarks, visits can last anywhere from 30 minutes to hours. For instance, some visitors will want to spend their time in its open-air shopping mall, while others will prefer wandering through the gardens of its hillside parks. The Katara Cultural Village is one of the main attractions on most city tours of Doha, together with the Qatar Corniche and The Pearl-Qatar, although many tours only spend an hour there or less.
Things to know before you go
Admission to the Katara Cultural Village is free.
The cultural village is home to a wide range of restaurants and cafés serving Middle Eastern and international cuisine
Facilities at the Katara Cultural Village include toilets, ATMs, and free Wi-Fi.
There’s a dress code for Katara Beach. Bikinis and speedos are not permitted and modest clothing is recommended. Women generally wear a T-shirt and swim trunks when swimming.
How to get there
Katara Cultural Village is right by Katara Beach, close to The Pearl, Qatar. The easiest way to get there from various parts of Doha is to take the Doha Metro to the Katara station built for the cultural village. Otherwise, it’s best to take a taxi or rideshare to reach the Katara Cultural Village, particularly if coming from The Pearl, Qatar.
When to get there
You can visit attractions at the Katara Cultural Village during regular business hours every day of the week, except on Saturdays. The local restaurants and cafés are open daily until late evening. With many parts of the village outdoors, it's best to avoid visiting during the afternoon in the hotter months of the year between late April and October, unless you plan on going to Katara Beach.
What to do at Katara Beach
Katara Beach is the perfect place to cool off in the summer heat. Besides relaxing in the sun or swimming in its calm water, you can enjoy a range of water sports activities including water skiing, wakeboarding, kayaking, and paddle-boating. Unlike the Katara Cultural Village, admission to Katara Beach is not free as it is a private beach.
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