The Souq Waqif is the best open market in Doha, Qatar. It’s in Old Town and has so many shops, restaurants, and vendors. Plus, the people watching is fantastic! Okay, let’s check out some photos of the souq. Oh, and a few more camels. Souq Waqif First up, we ventured over from the Amiri Diwan after watching the camel parade. Have you ever seen such a thing?! It’s super neat and if you get the chance, check it out. Okay, back to the souq. On…

The Amiri Diwan Camel Parade is a must see in Doha, Qatar. It’s similar to the changing of the guards which we have here in Ottawa, Canada, or perhaps you’re familiar with it at Buckingham Palace in London. It’s fun to check out and the Souq Waqif is right around the corner. No tickets needed, it’s totally free, and we only found out about it because the day before we happened to be driving by and Bryce saw the camel parade. The next morning I…

The National Museum of Qatar is one of the most recognizable buildings in Doha as it backs onto one of the main roads directly leading to the airport. The building looks complex from the outside, however, inside it’s flows well and has a cool atmosphere to it. The structure lets the items in the gallery shine, it’s not distracting, but complimenting. Okay, let’s check out some photos. We’ve got everything from maps to clothes as well as machinery and greenery. Photo time! National Museum of…

The Museum of Islamic Art is in Doha, Qatar right outside of Old Town and overlooks the bay across to downtown. The building is an art piece in and of itself; however, the exhibits inside are well worth checking out. When we visited there was a special attraction focused on Moroccan Islamic Art. So cool. Okay, let’s check out some photos. First up, the walkway up to the building. The walking path, the road, and the trees create such a grand entrance. I mean, you…

Education City – a little city inside a city, it’s a campus in Doha, Qatar. With botanical gardens, a FIFA soccer stadium, and museums, it’s a place full of life, culture, and experiences. Oh, and they have an epic library! Below I’ll share a few links to posts that are within Education City, and also share a few other tips and tricks for your trip. Okay, let’s check things out. Education City The city is home to various university campus, such as Carnegie Mellon, Georgetown,…

The Mathaf – Arab Museum of Modern Art is one of the best art museums I’ve ever been to. It’s not big, yet it’s packed with meaningful and impactful pieces. From paintings to sculptures, it’s got it. Plus, the focus on Arab Art is inspirational. It’s free and we spent about 2 hours here at the end of our day in Education City. And, if you’re in the mood for a snack, there’s a Joe and the Juice on site – neat, eh?! Okay, let’s…

The Qatar National Convention Centre is home to exhibits, concerts, and summits. It’s right across the street from Education City and has architectural appeal. While we didn’t visit for any particular convention, we did visit for a purpose – the Maman – the spider sculpture which is one of the worlds largest. It provokes fear, awe, and vulnerability. There are six editions made of the original and we’ve seen three of them. Qatar National Convention Centre First up, the building. It gives a 70s vibe,…