Welcome to Qatar Museums

Stop by one of our world-famous museums, explore a heritage site, or check out some public art. Plan your visit today!

Exterior of the National Museum of Qatar

National Museum of Qatar

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Museum of Islamic Art (MIA)

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Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art

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3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum

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Aref El-Rayess, The World of Petrol (1973-74), oil on canvas, 64.8 x 54.9cm. Private Collection. Photo: Courtesy of Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art

Exhibition

Resolutions: Celebrating 15 years of Mathaf

Until 8 August 2026

Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art

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In Conversation: Aisha Al Attiya on Creating Houbara Haven

Interview by Boshra Al Meraikhi

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Now and then: Fire Station, From Civil Defence to Creative Space

By Mohamed Al Thani

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Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani

Conservation highlights: HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani, Emir of Qatar

Madniya Usman Gani Mozawala

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Exhibition

Empire of Light: Visions and Voices of Afghanistan

Until 30 May 2026

Museum of Islamic Art

Events and Exhibitions

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Workshop

Creative work by Arabic Calligraphy

29 April 2026 | 4 - 6pm
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Exhibition

Countryside: A Place to Live, Not to Leave

NMoQ exhibition will be closed on 29 April.
QPS will remain open until 30 September.

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Families and children

Story Time

Story Time

2 May 2026 | 2:30 - 3:30pm
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Family Day: Exploring Hajj: Traditions, Art, and Legacy

9 May 2026 | 2:30 - 4:30pm
Museum of Islamic Art
Designers Weekend: Renaissance, Renaissance & Late for Work

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Designers Weekend: Renaissance, Renaissance & Late for Work

8 May | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
9 May | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

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Haroon Mirza portraits

Exhibition

Haroon Mirza: Everything Was, Is and Always Will Be

Until 31 May 2026

Fire Station: Artist in Residence
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Exhibition

Ho Tzu Nyen: Hotel Aporia

Until 31 May 2026

Fire Station: Artist in Residence
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Turkmen Yurt of Afghanistan

Until 1 June 2026

Museum of Islamic Art

Visit Our Heritage Sites

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Doha Heritage Walking Trail

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Qatar, exploring the historic buildings, towers, and forts of Doha.
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Al Zubarah Archaeological site

Al Zubarah is Qatar’s largest heritage site, with an impressive city wall, ancient residential palaces and houses, markets, industrial areas and mosques.
Restored historic palace with arches and sand coloured buildings in the background

The Old Palace

The Palace of Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani is the largest artefact on view at the National Museum.
Three sets of rock carvings in a sand coloured stone comprising a series of small circular shapes, two parallel lines, and two additional boats

Al Jassasiya Rock Art Site

Al Jassasiya is arguably the most impressive of the dozen rock-carving sites in Qatar.

Opportunities

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Olympic Heritage | Artists in Residence 2026 International Open Call

Submission deadline: 30 April 2026
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JEDARIART Open Call

Applications are open
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Tasweer 2026 Project Award Open Call

Submission deadline: 1 May 2026
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Seyit Konyali: Fisherman

Tasweer 2026 Single Image Award Open Call

Submission deadline: 1 May 2026
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Tasweer Round table

Internship Programme

Qatar Museums is dedicated to sharing knowledge and nurturing young generations by immersing them in the work of cultural institutions across the country.
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Volunteer Programme

Join our volunteer family to learn more about Qatar Museums and the world of arts and culture.
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Iconic Installations

Public Art

From striking sculptures and specially commissioned murals, our public art pieces are immersive, informal and interactive.
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Award-Winning Cuisine

Restaurants and Cafés

Our restaurants and cafés feature exquisitely designed menus to satisfy local and international tastes.
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Unique Gifts

Shops

Qatar Museums’ gift shops offer unique and culturally inspired gifts.
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Immersive Experiences

Audio Guides

Explore our collections through our brand-new audio tours, available in English, Arabic, Spanish and more.
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Unlocking Creativity

Creative Hubs

Qatar Museums empowers creatives across disciplines to explore, collaborate and thrive.

Building the Future

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Dadu, Children’s Museum of Qatar

Dadu will enrich the lives of our children through open-ended play, exploration and experimentation, developing their creativity to help them thrive.
Rendering interior of the Qatar Auto Museum depicting animated people and cars in motion

Qatar Auto Museum

The recently announced Qatar Auto Museum will celebrate car culture in Qatar and beyond.
A digital render of columns in Doha's port with the city skyline in the distance.

Art Mill Museum

Find out more about the Art Mill Museum, due to open its doors in 2030; a new campus for modern and contemporary art in a historic Doha location.
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Lusail Museum

Lusail Museum asks, how can Orientalist art be presented today, in a museum in the Arab world?
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Back to the future: Qatar Preparatory School

Discover Qatar Preparatory School (QPS), a landmark of 1960s educational architecture reactivated as a new venue and future educational hub under the Qatar Museums umbrella.

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