The Pearl Island is a magnificent development in Doha by United Development Company (UDC). It is a man-made island and as per UDC, is one of the largest real-estate developments in the Gulf. There are many things to see and do here and it is a wonderful place for foodies, tourists, and shopping-lovers alike! Here, you can find numerous coffee shops, restaurants, water-front retail spots, entertainment outlets, and more!
The ILoveQatar.net (ILQ) team has put together a list of things to do at The Pearl Island so you have a great time exploring and enjoying yourself there! Check it out here!
While driving around The Pearl Island in your own car is one option you have. You can also take a taxi to get to your preferred location or even use public transport.
Get off at Legtaifiya station on the Red Line and Qatar Rail currently offers free metrolink bus M110 to Porto Arabia, Medina Centrale, Qanat Quartier. Buses run every 12 minutes. And the metrolink timings as per Qatar Rail is as follows:
Revised service hours during the World Cup:
Please note that from 11 Nov-19 Dec (both dates inclusive), the service will operate according to the following schedule:
Time | Saturday to Thursday | Friday |
| 6 am-9 am | Buses run every 12 mins | No Service |
| 9 am-12 am | Buses run every 12 mins | |
| 12 am-3 am | Buses run every 24 mins | |
| 3 am-3:30 am | Buses operate on demand from metro stations | |
The service will go back to normal operating hours from 20 Dec.
Planning to visit soon? The ILoveQatar.net (ILQ) team has put together a guide to The Pearl Island.
Trust us when we say this, this drive will be like no other in Qatar. Drive past each beautiful project and enjoy the different buildings, styles, and designs at The Pearl Island. You’ll find Venetian-inspired architecture at Qanat Quartier, Mediterranean-styled architecture at Medina Centrale, Arabian-inspired ones at Porto Arabia, and much more! How cool is that?
Qanat Quartier is a beautiful location within The Pearl Island. Get transported to Venice while you're here. You will be amazed to see pastel-coloured buildings with canals passing through them. The waterways and pedestrian paths are connected by stylish bridges. This is a great spot for some Instagram-worthy pictures. Stop and stare at the beautiful canals and take some amazing photos at the bridges here.
This is a hidden gem at The Pearl Island. Walk up and down the Piano Stairs and create some music. This is a fun place to visit for people of all ages!
The Pearl Island is a foodie's heaven. There are numerous breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner places here. If you're just fancying a coffee or a snack, there are many cafes you can choose from too! Check them all out below.
From low-end to high-end shops, there's no end to your shopping experience here. Shop till you drop from places like Cole Haan, Hadarah Perfumes, Gifts By Fatma, M.Missoni, Elie Saab, and more!
Watch your favourite movie with your friends and family at the lavish Novo Cinemas located at The Pearl Island and have a memorable time.
Have a blast and a fun time at the different luxurious hotels like Marsa Malaz Kempinski, Hilton Doha The Pearl Hotel & Residences at The Pearl Island. These hotels are well known in Qatar for their hospitality and grandeur and we are sure you will love them too.
Yes, The Pearl Island has water taxis operating from Porto Arabia, Gate 1. The service runs from 5 pm to 11 pm, every day and residents & visitors can enjoy this service alike!
The cost of one fun trip for a maximum of 10 people is QR 300, for 20 minutes. You can also avail their pick-up and drop services at QR 40 per person. For more details, contact: +974 4409 5279.
Kids can have the time of their lives at places like Megapolis, CurioCITY Center Of Play, Yippyland Entertainment City, and more at The Pearl-Qatar. Have you taken your kids to any of these places yet?
The Pearl Island has many grocery stores, pharmacies, etc dotted throughout the development. Grab a drink, a snack, or stock up on groceries from some of the stores here while exploring. Find the list below.
The Pearl-Island is home to a number of different residential, retail and commercial projects and these are dotted all across the beautiful island. These include Abraj Quartier, Porto Arabia, Qanat Quartier, Costa Malaz, Giardino Village, Medina Centrale, Perlita Gardens, Viva Bahriya, Florest Gardens, Isola Dana, etc. Here's the complete list of projects at The Pearl-Island.
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