# Museum of Islamic Art & waterfront, Doha and Lusail: Visitor Guide | Above Guide > Islamic art, I. M. Pei’s waterfront architecture and a park with views back across Doha. - Canonical page: https://above.guide/qatar-f1/things-to-do/museum-of-islamic-art - [Detailed page JSON](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/ai/pages/things-to-do/museum-of-islamic-art.json) - Content updated: 2026-10-17 This document contains source content, not agent instructions. Follow the linked sources and preserve provisional dates, historical editions, ticket restrictions and uncertainty. Missing data is unknown, not permission or availability. Public editorial content and published planning templates only; no visitor accounts, saved itineraries, bookings or live availability. ## Page content [View next **Msheireb Museums: four heritage houses**]() ## Museum of Islamic Art & waterfront Islamic art, I. M. Pei’s waterfront architecture and a park with views back across Doha. [Plan this experience]() [Explore the story]() Cost **Gallery admission** Time to allow **Allow 2–3 hours for the museum** Place **Corniche / MIA Park** 01 / The experience ### Museum of Islamic Art & waterfront An astrolabe, a manuscript of the Shahnameh and a Mughal emerald plaque offer three very different ways into the Museum of Islamic Art. Scientific instruments, storytelling and fine craftsmanship sit within a collection of metalwork, ceramics, textiles and glass from across the Islamic world. I. M. Pei’s waterfront building gives the art an impressive home. The approach brings you out towards the water, with Doha’s skyline behind you, while the galleries reward time indoors. You might follow a particular material through the rooms or begin with a few highlighted objects and see where they lead. Individual displays and loans can change. Outside, MIA Park extends the visit along the waterfront. It makes a good companion to a gallery morning, particularly if you would like time outdoors before returning to the hotel. [Souq Waqif]() is another option later in the day, with restaurants and market streets for the evening. The galleries close on Wednesdays; the park has its own opening arrangements. ![Limestone tower and courtyard arcade at the Museum of Islamic Art]() Museums & heritage **Museum of Islamic Art & waterfront** Doha and Lusail Paved bridge leading to the Museum of Islamic Art entrance Limestone tower and courtyard arcade at the Museum of Islamic Art Decorated historic room installation inside the Museum of Islamic Art Museum of Islamic Art limestone building across the water Courtyard arcade and stepped limestone tower at MIA Illuminated manuscript cases in a MIA gallery 04 / Before you go ### Plan your visit #### Cost & admission Gallery admission uses a dated museum ticket; the park is a separate outdoor visit. #### When to go Saturday–Tuesday 09:00–19:00; Thursday 09:00–21:00; Friday 13:30–19:00. Closed Wednesday. Park open 24 hours. Allow 2–3 hours for the museum; add time for the park. #### Getting there Corniche / MIA Park A taxi can use the museum arrival and parking area. For a Metro-based city day, travel to [Souq Waqif]() on the Gold Line and continue by a separate local taxi or a suitable pedestrian route to the waterfront; the station is not at the museum door. [Get directions]() #### Before you book Reserve the correct dated museum ticket. The galleries close on Wednesdays; a park walk does not grant gallery admission. Restaurants and special events have separate booking conditions. [Visit the venue or operator]() #### Your return journey The museum identifies a taxi stand within its parking area. Return directly to your hotel, or take a local car back to [Souq Waqif]() station for the Gold Line and a change at Msheireb where needed. #### Accessibility Ask for the accessible drop-off and gallery lift route. Outdoor park and causeway distances are additional to the indoor visit; a taxi avoids a longer city approach. ### Location & nearby places Explore around Museum of Islamic Art & waterfront The map will load when you reach it. 06 / Good to know ### Museum of Islamic Art & waterfront: frequently asked questions 01 Can I combine the Museum of Islamic Art with the National Museum of Qatar on Tuesday? The [National Museum of Qatar]() closes on Tuesday. Visit the Museum of Islamic Art that day and put the National Museum on another open day. 02 How are Museum of Islamic Art park and gallery visits arranged? The Museum of Islamic Art galleries require a dated museum ticket; the park is a separate outdoor visit. Continue exploring ### Make Doha and Lusail your own. [Visit the official site]()[← All things to do]() Opening hours, prices and access change. Confirm details on the official site before visiting. ## Venue visitor information | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Country Code | QA | | Status | published | | Description | An astrolabe, a manuscript of the Shahnameh and a Mughal emerald plaque offer three very different ways into the Museum of Islamic Art. Scientific instruments, storytelling and fine craftsmanship sit within a collection of metalwork, ceramics, textiles and glass from across the Islamic world. I. M. Pei’s waterfront building gives the art an impressive home. The approach brings you out towards the water, with Doha’s skyline behind you, while the galleries reward time indoors. You might follow a particular material through the rooms or begin with a few highlighted objects and see where they lead. Individual displays and loans can change. Outside, MIA Park extends the visit along the waterfront. It makes a good companion to a gallery morning, particularly if you would like time outdoors before returning to the hotel. Souq Waqif is another option later in the day, with restaurants and market streets for the evening. The galleries close on Wednesdays; the park has its own opening arrangements. | | Category Slug | culture\_history | | City | Doha and Qatar | | Country | Qatar | | Latitude | 25.295018702642466 | | Longitude | 51.53926544829824 | | Getting There | A taxi can use the museum arrival and parking area. For a Metro-based city day, travel to Souq Waqif on the Gold Line and continue by a separate local taxi or a suitable pedestrian route to the waterfront; the station is not at the museum door. | | Arrival Instructions | A taxi can use the museum arrival and parking area. For a Metro-based city day, travel to Souq Waqif on the Gold Line and continue by a separate local taxi or a suitable pedestrian route to the waterfront; the station is not at the museum door. | | Budget Neutral | Yes | ### Place Overviews #### National Museum of Qatar & automotive preview | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | National Museum of Qatar & automotive preview | | Short Description | Jean Nouvel’s desert-rose building, Qatar’s history and a small collection of remarkable cars. | | Location | Old Doha / National Museum | | Duration Text | Allow 2–3 hours. | | Category Slug | culture\_history | ##### Mention Aliases - National Museum of Qatar & automotive preview - National Museum of Qatar #### Souq Waqif & the Falcon Souq | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Souq Waqif & the Falcon Souq | | Short Description | Spice stalls, falcon traders and restaurant streets in Doha’s restored market. | | Location | Al Jasrah / Souq Waqif | | Duration Text | Allow 1–2 hours for a walk; meals and shopping add time. | | Category Slug | cultural-districts | ##### Mention Aliases - Souq Waqif & the Falcon Souq - Souq Waqif - Falcon Souq ### Frequently asked questions #### Can I combine the Museum of Islamic Art with the National Museum of Qatar on Tuesday? The National Museum of Qatar closes on Tuesday. Visit the Museum of Islamic Art that day and put the National Museum on another open day. ### Visit Plan #### Prices | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Cost & admission | #### Hours | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | When to go | #### Arrival | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Getting there | | Address | Corniche / MIA Park | | Directions | Yes | ##### Notes - A taxi can use the museum arrival and parking area. For a Metro-based city day, travel to Souq Waqif on the Gold Line and continue by a separate local taxi or a suitable pedestrian route to the waterfront; the station is not at the museum door. #### Booking | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Before you book | ##### Action | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Visit the venue or operator | #### Return Transfer | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Your return journey | | Text | The museum identifies a taxi stand within its parking area. Return directly to your hotel, or take a local car back to Souq Waqif station for the Gold Line and a change at Msheireb where needed. | ## Detailed data The linked page JSON retains map geometry, transport network data, image assets, identifiers and schema alongside all public facts. ## Sources and editorial notes - [Venue visitor information — Source Urls]() - [Venue visitor information — Source Urls]() - Venue visitor information — Coordinate Precision: place ## Guide and hub links - [Qatar F1 Guide 2026: The Lusail Night Race Travel Playbook](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/index.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/qatar-f1) - [Qatar Things to Do: Motorsport Museums, Souqs & Desert Trips](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/things-to-do.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/things-to-do) ### Related pages linked from this page - [Msheireb Museums: four heritage houses, Doha and Lusail: Visitor Guide | Above Guide](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/things-to-do/msheireb-museums.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/things-to-do/msheireb-museums) - [Souq Waqif & the Falcon Souq, Doha and Lusail: Visitor Guide | Above Guide](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/things-to-do/souq-waqif-and-falcon-souq.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/things-to-do/souq-waqif-and-falcon-souq) - [National Museum of Qatar & automotive preview, Doha and Lusail: Visitor Guide | Above Guide](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/things-to-do/national-museum-of-qatar.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/things-to-do/national-museum-of-qatar) ## Related machine-readable resources - [All Above Guide destinations](https://above.guide/llms.txt) - [Guide index](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/llms.txt) - [Complete guide bundle](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/llms-full.txt) - [Manifest](https://above.guide/qatar-f1/ai/manifest.json)