Half-Day Private Msheireb Museums and Souk Waqif Tour from Doha

Name: Half-Day Private Msheireb Museums and Souk Waqif Tour from Doha
Brand: Qatar International Tour (QIT)
SKU: fa492c69-0590-4c37-ae25-9153ff21ff10

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Summary

Be picked up from your hotel in Doha to experience this tour. First up go to Msheireb Enrichment Centre that is located just next to the Sheraton, one of the oldest hotels in Doha, opened in 1982. Msheireb has been created to showcase glorious past & the path it wants to take into the future. The expert in place will tell you many insights that even Residents in Doha might not know. A small collection of artifacts are available in high tech atmosphere. You will see a movie with authentic experience reports about "Old Qatar" and the tremendous change it has undergone in the past 20 years. Passing thru Corniche area, you move to the SouqWaqif Area where the Msheireb Museums celebrate the history of four historic heritage houses in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha. Located within the oldest part of the capital, they form an important part of Qatar’s national history. They reveal unique aspects of Qatar’s cultural and social development in inspiring to create trusted environments in which the people of Qatar will engage, converse and exchange thoughts about both their past and their future. Msheireb Museums are an integral aspect of the inner city’s regeneration of the old commercial centre with its traditional community-based lifestyle. The restoration of the four heritage houses, Bin Jelmood House, Company House, Mohammed Bin Jassim House and Radwani House, into world-class museums forms a vital part of the Msheireb Downtown Doha development.

Tour info

Duration

4 hours

Why take this tour?

Msheireb Museums are an integral aspect of the inner city’s regeneration of the old commercial centre with its traditional community-based lifestyle. The restoration of the four heritage houses, Bin Jelmood House, Company House, Mohammed Bin Jassim House and Radwani House, into world-class museums forms a vital part of the Msheireb Downtown Doha Development then we move to the Souq Waqif, the authentic traditional market with its fascinating maze of alleyways and typical atmosphere retaining its old-character, filled with cafes, restaurants and hundreds of tiny shops; it makes for a captivating place to explore. Conclude at Souk Waqif, the authentic traditional market with its fascinating maze of alleyways and typical atmosphere retaining its old-character, filled with cafes, restaurants and hundreds of tiny shops; it makes for a captivating place to explore.

What’s included?

Bottled water
Driver/guide
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 4h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Qatar International Tour (QIT)

About operator:

QIT established in 1999, Qatar International Tours welcomes you to enjoy a dream vacation in Qatar. As a renowned tour operator under the umbrella of QTA (Qatar Tourism Authority) and well respected name within the industry we follow five simple rules: Our clients come first; we keep our commitments; we are creative, detail orientated and quality conscious; we seek positive solutions; and we enjoy what we do. As Qatar’s most efficient and dynamic destination management company, we offer fantastic local and inbound tour packages in one of the fastest developing countries in the middle east, not to mention a host of services and packages to provide you with not only relaxation and recreational activities but also offers the chance to gain an insight into the spices and diversity of Arab culture, hospitality and history. Providing a professional service, variety of tours, innovative events, and brand new air conditioned coaches and off road vehicles and a focus on safety and security,