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Museum of Islamic Art
4.5
6,382 reviews
#5 of 102 things to do in Doha
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
1:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Set in the MIA Park on the Doha waterfront, the museum building stands out as an architectural gem. Once inside, you will see masterpieces of Islamic art, including metalwork, ceramics, jewellery, woodwork, textiles and glass, collected from three continents and dating from the 7th to the 19th century. Entry to the museum is FREE.
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noreen d
London, UK55 contributions
Definitely worth a visit
Feb 2023 • Solo
The MIA in Doha is a must-see, not just for the artefacts on display in its numerous galleries but also for the building's amazing architecture both inside and out.
The MIA website states that tickets should be bought in advance, but I was told at the museum you can buy them on the day from the museum's reception. I went just before midday on a weekday and it was not busy at all.
The gift shop has a good range of gifts but is a bit pricey.
Written February 9, 2023
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Travel lover
Doha, Qatar422 contributions
Must visit place in Doha
Feb 2021 • Solo
A fairly young museum in Doha, but has already gained popularity among visitors and residents. Everything here amazes: the architectural solution of the building, the adjacent park with the best panoramic view of the modern part of the city, the interior decor of the exhibition halls and, accordingly, the exhibition itself. Islamic art is presented in all aspects - writing and calligraphy, architecture, sculpture, science, jewelry, military armor and in the everyday life of people who have progressed to Islam.
Tickets can only be purchased via the mobile app, subject to credit card payment. This application has an audio guide option, which allows you to find out information about a particular exhibit in an accessible form, as well as about the museum as a whole.
The museum has a coffee shop with panoramic windows overlooking Doha and comfortable wrought-iron sofas where you can enjoy a cup of coffee after the tour.
On the ground floor there is a shop with a large selection of souvenirs and gifts.
If you have never been to this museum, I highly recommend visiting
Written February 4, 2021
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Quicktake100
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia31 contributions
Must visit when in Doha
Dec 2022 • Friends
The museum itself is an architectural marvel: we arrived in the late afternoon and the way the setting sun casts lights on the angular facets of the building makes for a mesmerizing walk toward it. Inside the collection of Islamic art is fascinating and the exhibit on Baghdad that was featured is fascinating. Admission, however, wasn’t free as advertised on this site: it was QR99 per adult.
Written December 17, 2022
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Yulia A
18 contributions
Makes you want to come back!
Oct 2022
We really liked the atmosphere of the museum and the exhibition, but the wow- effect was gained mainly because of the somewhat futuristic interior of the building itself.

Unfortunately, we came a bit late, and had only 1 hour to explore the exhibit, and in the last 15 minutes we were constantly reminded by the staff&guards that the museum is closing. Try to reserve no less than 2 hours!

P.S. the gift shop is also quite nice.
Written January 30, 2023
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Around The World in Eighty Stays
Blackburn, UK11 contributions
Good museum and cafe too.
Nov 2022
This is a quite a large museum in a beautiful location overlooking the bay. There are a large variety of exhibits on each floor from various Islamic eras. Worth a visit if you have the time as it does take a while to go around.

They also have a prayer room on the ground floor.

The cafe on the ground floor has an excellent view and is reasonably priced. although was busy.
Written January 24, 2023
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Md Nahid Islam
Doha, Qatar15 contributions
Concept of place about
Apr 2022
The Museum of Islamic Art is a museum on one end of the seven-kilometer-long Corniche in Doha, Qatar. As per the architect I. M. Pei's specifications, the museum is built on an island off an artificial projecting peninsula near the traditional dhow harbor.

Tickets are not required for Qatari nationals. But for other citizens ticket is required for entry.
Written November 4, 2022
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shraddhay
Doha, Qatar5 contributions
MIA
Sep 2021
One of my favorite place in Doha. It's a complete experience right from architecture, collection, location, open public spaces.
Don't miss the Gift shop, it has amazing replicas of some of the collection as souvenirs.

Tips:
As a sign of respect to local culture, would recommend to dress appropriately, ie covered knees, midriff and shoulders - sleeveless tops, dresses aren't allowed and entry might be refused.
Written August 2, 2022
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VinnieLondon
Doha, Qatar9,121 contributions
First visit after renovation
Feb 2023 • Friends
First visit to the museum since the 2022 renovation and galleries are much better . At time of review excellent temporary exhibition on the history of Damascus. Cafe is still a top Doha location for a coffee with stunning views of the museum’s architecture and across west bay. Entrance still free for Qatar residents. East parking in park next to museum and few minutes walk from Souq Waqif metro. Worth a visit fir the architecture alone.
Written March 4, 2023
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DizzyBlonde23
Halifax, UK534 contributions
Beautiful museum
Dec 2019 • Friends
Whilst we would not have necessarily visited the museum on our own (we are not art aficionados and only had 3 days in Doha) it was a stop on our half day tour of Doha.

The architecture of the museum is beautiful and on entering the exhibits are well spaced out in different areas/floors/rooms with information about each exhibit.

Outside of the museum is also a good place to take photos of Doha and it’s skyline.

Would recommend to those interested in art but for those only in Doha for a short stopover who aren’t interested in art maybe stop off for a photo outside but that’s it.
Written April 17, 2020
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menors
Windsor and Maidenhead, UK279 contributions
Unique and Brilliant
Feb 2020 • Couples
A really fascinating 90 minutes viewing the displays which are really well presented. Even if they are of limited interest it is worth spending the money to walk this unique building and take advantage of the stunning views it provides. A really great way to spend some time in Doha.
Written February 17, 2020
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  • Fri - Fri 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Sat - Thu 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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