9 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Doha - Atlas Obscura

Unusual Attractions in Doha

National Museum of Qatar

The building is a gigantic piece of art inspired by the shape of a desert rose.

Al Jassasiya Petroglyphs

A staggering number of rock carvings in an abandoned quarry.

Kashmir Handicrafts Emporium

Home of the infamous Rug Man of Doha.

Souq Waqif

Qatar's oldest market can trace its origins back more than a century.

Bin Jelmood House

This unique museum doesn't shy away from highlighting Qatar's role in the history of slavery.

Pearl Monument

This fountain pays homage to Qatar's history of pearling, the primary industry before oil.

Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum

This mix of Islamic art, vintage vehicles, weaponry, architecture, and history is an ode to eclecticism.

'Untitled (Lamp/Bear)'

This 23-foot-tall bear stands amid the hustle and bustle of Hamad International Airport.

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