The big malls
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Villaggio Mall | A mall styled on Venice: an indoor canal and gondola rides under a ceiling painted like the sky. | Aspire Zone, next to Khalifa International Stadium |
| Mall of Qatar | One of Qatar's biggest malls, with the rotating Oasis Stage at its centre for shows, events and concerts all year. | Al Rayyan |
| Place Vendôme | A luxury mall in Parisian style, bringing together international brands and fine restaurants. | Lusail |
| Doha Festival City | A big family mall with the indoor Angry Birds World park and major stores, named Best Mall at Qatar's Summer Festival 2026. | Umm Salal, north of Doha |
| Lagoona Mall | A mall for luxury brands and jewellery among Doha's towers. | West Bay |
| Gulf Mall | A family mall with reasonable prices and a range of restaurants and shops. | Al Gharrafa |
Heritage souqs
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Souq Waqif and the Gold Souq | Heritage lanes of spice and perfume shops and restaurants, with the Gold Souq beside them, loveliest in the evening. | Central Doha |
Tips before you go
- Saudis need only a valid passport or national ID card to enter Qatar.
- In summer the air-conditioned malls are the best family outing; they are busy at weekends, so weekday mornings are quietest.
- Souq Waqif is loveliest after sunset, so keep the malls for the day and the souq for the evening.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best malls in Doha?
Villaggio Mall, Mall of Qatar, Place Vendôme, Doha Festival City and Lagoona Mall.
Which Doha mall has gondolas?
Villaggio Mall, with a Venetian-style indoor canal and gondola rides.
Where is there an indoor theme park in a Doha mall?
At Doha Festival City, home to the indoor Angry Birds World park.
Planning your trip to Qatar? Read Travel to Qatar from Saudi Arabia.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.