Souq Al Wakrah
سوق الوكرة
A traditional old market on the coast south of Doha, quieter than Souq Waqif, ideal for seafood dinners by the sea and sunsets.
Al Wakrah lies about 20 km south of Doha and was once a fishing village and pearling port. The old Al Wakrah Souq on the seafront has been restored in the style of traditional Gulf architecture. Its sandy-colored mud-brick alleys are lined with restaurants, cafés and boutique hotels. Along the coast there are beaches, a promenade, traditional wooden boats and an old mosque. The area sees fewer tourists than Souq Waqif and has a more relaxed atmosphere, making it a good choice for a seafood dinner by the water and an evening sunset at sea. Entry is free. Getting there: take the Red Line metro to Al Wakra station, then a taxi for about 5 minutes. Al Janoub Stadium, a World Cup venue, is also nearby.
Opening hours
Open all day; most shops trade from evening to late night
Nearby sights
- Banana Island
- National Museum of Qatar
- Souq Waqif
- Msheireb Downtown Doha & Msheireb Museums
- Old Doha Port & Mina District
- Museum of Islamic Art
- Doha Corniche
- Al Bidda Park