Doha is home to many lush green areas and parks, that offer recreation and relaxation.
Qatar Parks, From the perfectly manicured Corniche to the 88 hectare Aspire Park, visitors will find a spot to relax under in the shade of under trees or by the water, walkways to enjoy or jogging tracks to burn calories on.
» Museum of Islamic Art Park
Open Daily from 10.30am-11pm
Distance from HIA: ~12 minutes
The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) is one of Qatar’s most distinct landmarks. As you pull into the museum’s parking lot, the adjoining piece of land covered in lush green date palms and grass will not fail to entice. That is the Museum of Islamic Art Park for you. The community-friendly park’s neatly lined concrete walkways will lead you to a play area for children complete with a monkey bars, swings, slides and even trampolines on a sandpit. For those seeking a few contemplative hours away from the traffic and noise of the city, follow the walkway towards the end of the park. Lounge around the café on one of their cozy cushioned seats or find yourself a spot on one of the three hillocks for a great view of the night sky. Either way, you can enjoy a stunning view of the Doha skyline reflected on the Arabian Sea while taking in the sights and sounds of water or the dhows cruising by.
Web: www.mia.org.qa
Map: Google Map
» Aspire Park
Open Daily from 8am to 10pm (Cafés and restrooms)
Distance from HIA: ~35 minutes
The park at Aspire Zone offers not just a space for long walks and picnics. A large lake with ducks and geese add a further touch of nature that visitors can enjoy with small-scale cafés, and a variety of trees adding to the aesthetic appeal of the landscape. The park has a family-only rule.
Web: www.aspirezone.qa
Map: Google Map
» Dahl Al Hamam Park *
Open Daily – 7.30am-midnight (Cafeteria opens at 5pm)
Distance from HIA: ~28-30 minutes
Dahl Al Hamam Family Park is located in Madinat Khalifa, Doha adjacent to the intersection of Al Markhiya Street and Arab League Street. The park has an area of 93,297m2, and is well equipped. Dahl Al Hamam is a family only park.
Web:
Map: Google Map
» Al Kharaitiyat Park
Open Daily from 3pm-11pm
Distance from HIA: ~35 minutes
This relatively quiet park is perfect for an afternoon out with friends, family or the kids. Although small, it is covered with lush foliage. The park is also full of surprises for visitors.
More: www.justhere.qa
Map: Google Map
» Al Rumailah Park (Al Bidda Park)*
Open Daily from 10.30am-11pm
Distance from HIA: ~20 minutes
The park’s location opposite the Corniche is favourable for all people – families with kids, individuals who just want to take a walk or go rollerblading on the multipurpose track. The absence of walls or a fence gives the park a pleasant sense of openness. This, along with the park’s unlimited treasures and strategic location make it one of the most popular parks in the country. Food, not just snacks, is available in abundance in the form of restaurants such as Thai Smile dishing out affordably delectable Thai cuisine.
More: www.justhere.qa
Map: Google Map
» Al Wakrah Public Park *
Open Daily from 10.30am-11pm
Distance from HIA: ~18 minutes
Located just a stone’s throw away from Al Wakrah Beach, this park is great for a day out with family, friends and kids.
Map: Google Map
» Sheraton Park *
Open Daily from 10.30am-11pm
Spend an afternoon by the sea, allow your kids to stretch their bones and muscles on the swings, slides, and monkey bars in the play area with a sandpit. Bikes can be rented at the park which has winding walkways and landscaped lawns to relax on.
Map: Google Map
» Huwaila Four Parks
Open Daily from 10.30am-11pm
Distance from HIA: Huwaila 4 (~30 minutes), Huwaila 2 (~ 30 minutes), Huwaila 3 (~ 30 minutes), Huwaila 1 (~ 23-27 minutes)
The four Huwaila parks are located in the Madinat Khalifa neighbourhood. The parks are well maintained and located within short distances of each other with each park having its own special features. Huwaila 1 also known as Wasit Park is a basic park with a grass field and a playground. Huwaila 2 and 3 have more for kids and adults.
More: www.justhere.qa
Map: Huwaila 1 | Huwaila 2 | Huwaila 3 | Huwaila 4
» Busamra Park (Previously known as Al Khulaifat Park)
Open Daily from 4pm-11pm
A small park that caters to the area’s residents, Busamra Park is well suited for kids and adults alike. Monkey bars and slides for kids, especially for infants are available. Adults can stroll along the winding paths or rest on the colorful seats under the shade of tall green trees while being able to monitor their kids from safe a distance.
More: www.justhere.qa
Map: Google Map
» Barzan Olympic Park
Open Daily from 10.30am-11pm
Distance from HIA: ~18 minutes
Inaugurated in 2012, Barzan Olympic Park is the first Olympic-style park in Qatar. It offers more than just a playground, trees and benches. Two swimming pools for adults and children, a table tennis court, fountains, football grounds, two tennis courts, a walking path, cycling track and a chess court are but a few of the facilities that this park offers.
Web: www.barzanpark.com
Map: Google Map
* – These are the iParks in Qatar where free wireless internet access provided by ictQatar is available to all visitors.
More: www.ictqatar.qa
Source: www.qatartourism.gov.qa
