Did you wonder what those new colourful buildings at the end of the Corniche at Old Doha Port were? The cluster of short, colourful buildings makes up the Mina District.

The ILoveQatar.net (ILQ) team recently visited Mina District to let you know what's in store for you at 'Qatar's own Santorini' and why you should visit soon! Have a wonderful time!

Check out the colourful buildings

The colourful buildings are the first things that catch your attention in Mina District. Spot them in pink, orange, teal, blue, yellow and more.

Walk through the winding lanes and check the docks while admiring the buildings.

Take Instagrammable pics

This whole district is a great spot for photography lovers. Go there during the golden hour for some stunning photos and even get that perfect 'sunset-shot'!

Go to the fish market

Did you know that there is a fish market in Mina District? It looks stunning and sells fresh catch of the day. This is a must-visit place where you can buy your favourite seafood. There's also a restaurant called Chabrat Al Mina attached to it. Savour straight-from-the-sea and yummy food here!

The opening hours of the fish market are from 2 pm - 12 am daily.

Sit down to eat, shop and do more

This place is a great spot for food lovers as you will find many restaurants and cafes. Take a break at one of the numerous coffee shops, eat at the restaurants, have ice cream and enjoy!

Apart from places to eat, this district has many stores selling clothes, beauty products, paintings, oud or perfume, fishing equipment and more.

You will also find a supermarket or a convenience store here! Here's a list of stores that are open currently:

Food

• 90° Pizza
• Al Mandarin
• Arabesq Sweets
• Bayt Al Waldah Restaurant
• Bianco Ristorante
• Bubbly Balls
• Chabrat Al Mina
• Chickito
• Coffee Factory
• DeLORD
• Dino Naturalmente Gelato
• Ergon Cafe
• Exit 55
  
• foodhub
• Frites
• Frutiaria
• Gazal Cafe
• Hakeem Sweets
• Karak Mqanes
• Karak Spicy Cafe
• King of Chicken
• Koshari Station
• La Mesa
• Layali
• Le Bleu
• Lulu's
• Mashrabiya Lounge
• OCA
• Pick & Shake
• Quill Cafe
• Robin Cafe
• Santa Nata
• Shawarma El Khebez
• Signature Cafe
• Sugar & Spice
• Tala
• Ten20
• Tim Horton's
• W Cafe
• Zio Pizza
• Zwenat

Retail

• Addoony
• Al Jaber Optics
• Al Maha for Oud and Perfume
• Al Mahbrah
• Amara Flowers
• Bazaar Alfan
• Blue Beauty
• Carvers of Peninsula
• Cashmere Trading
• Elham Group Luxury Fashion
• Empire Lines
• Gifts by Fatma
• H Jewellery
• House of Cultures
• Indulge Beauty & Spa
• Jilid
• Saryalia Design & Printing
• Sports Corner
• The Muse by Najla
• The Project

Essentials

• Kulud Pharmacy
• The Hub

Others

• Al Fardan Marine Services
• Alhuwalia For Fishing and Marine Equipment
• Aquarium Specialists
• Art House
• Blue+
• Clay Encounters
• Fun Waves
• Gulf Yachts
• Halul Boats
• King of Pottery
• Mshtaq Camping and Fishing Supplies
• Orca Diving Center
• Phone Booth
  
• Qtr Fish
• Qatar Souveniers
• QLive
• Speed Marine
• Suzuki Marine
• Vodafone
• Watar Kit
• Yamaha

Check out our video of this place

Details

• Location: www.goo.gl/maps/HeR7rAgw2f9ojV6W7
  
• Timings: Mina District: open 24 hours; Shops: different timings
• Parking: There's ample parking available right outside Mina District and the Box Park area

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Vrinda Abilash

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