Looking to visit, or are you coming to Qatar soon for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ and need help knowing more about what to do, see and eat? You've come to the right place!

The ILoveQatar.net (ILQ) team has put together the ultimate travel guide to Qatar just for you! Read on to find out, and happy visiting!

Table of Contents

1. Travel tips before visiting
2. Things to know for first-time visitors
3. World Cup 2022
4. Useful apps, websites & how to stay connected
5. Important numbers to know
6. Transportation in Qatar
7. List of tour companies
8. Useful Arabic phrases to know
9. Free things to do
10. Must-try things for visitors
11. Where to try Qatari food
12. Interesting souvenirs to buy
13. Brush up on your Qatar facts

Key Information

• Time: GMT +3 hours
• Telephone code: +974
• Languages widely spoken: Arabic, English, Hindi
• Currency: Qatari Riyal (QR); exchange rate: 1 USD = 3.65 Qatari Riyals
• Weather during World Cup (November - December): between 16.9°C - 24.8°C (source: climatestotravel.com)
• Emergency numbers: Ambulance/Fire/Accident: 999

Travel tips before visiting

It's good to remember a few things before travelling to Qatar. Here are some useful tips to make your travel smooth and your journey memorable!

• Check out:
  • Plan your trip and see if you need a visa to enter Qatar
  • Travel tips you need to know before visiting Qatar
  • How to travel to Qatar [by air, land & sea]
  • Does Qatar have a dress code? What to pack?
  • How much does it cost to travel to Qatar? [2022]

Things to know for first-time visitors

Are you a first-time visitor to Qatar? Did you know that drinking is banned in public places here and personal displays of affection in the open are not encouraged in Qatar?

• Check out: Things to keep in mind for first-time visitors to Qatar

World Cup 2022

We have the ultimate guide for everything related to the World Cup in Qatar this year!

• Check out:
  • How to apply for Hayya Card or Fan ID
    
  • How to apply for Hayya Card for dependents
  • Find all the answers to your Hayya Card queries here! (FAQs)
  • Entry permit checklist for international fans travelling to Qatar for World Cup
  • How to book accommodation for World Cup Qatar 2022
  • How to use the FIFA World Cup 2022™ Tickets mobile application
  • How to change the guest name & send match tickets using the FIFA World Cup 2022™ Tickets app
  • What you need to know about taking children to World Cup matches

World Cup events

Check out the complete guide to World Cup events and enjoy!

• Your guide to events during the World Cup

Useful apps, websites & how to stay connected

There are many apps and websites in Qatar that can help visitors have a seamless stay here. These websites and apps provide information like things to know, places to see, guides in Qatar and more!

• Check out:
  • Apps and websites for World Cup visitors
  • How to stay connected in Qatar [Internet & SIM card]

Important numbers to know

Emergencies may arise at any time, and it is important to keep important numbers handy, especially when you’re travelling or not in your country/ place of residence.

• Check out: Important numbers for a tourist in Qatar

Transportation in Qatar

Here's your guide to exploring Qatar via a taxi, the Doha Metro, bus, Karwa Taxi etc.

• Check out:
  • Public transportation guide for the World Cup, including driving your car
  • How to get to the World Cup 2022 stadiums
    
  • Ride-hailing apps in Qatar
    

List of tour companies

Visitors to Qatar can use tour companies to go around the country and explore places other than Doha.

• Check out:
  • List of tour companies in Qatar
  • Tours to book in Qatar

Useful Arabic phrases to know

Want to learn a few Arabic phrases while visiting Qatar? This guide can help you get started!

• Check out:
  • Useful Arabic phrases to know while in Qatar
  • #QTip: Useful Arabic phrases & slang words you need to learn when traveling or living in Qatar
    

Free things to do

Qatar has a lot to offer its visitors. We are sure you won't get bored here but what are some things you can do for free?

• Check out:
  • Free things to do in Qatar for visitors
  • Public art installations to check out at Hamad International Airport (HIA)
  • Free places to visit in Doha
  • Public art installations in Qatar you probably haven't heard of yet!

Must-try things for visitors

From dune bashing, trying machboos, and taking a dhow ride to riding camels, check out all the must-do things when you visit Qatar. You simply can't leave this beautiful country without trying them.

• Check out: Must try things in Qatar for visitors this 2022

Where to try Qatari food

You can't leave the country without savouring some local cuisine.

• Check out:
  • Places in Qatar where you'll find authentic Qatari Food
  • 16 must-try food when you visit Qatar!

Interesting souvenirs to buy

When it comes to gifts, Qatar has a lot to offer that reflects the traditions of the Arab culture. Find out some of the best souvenirs to take on your trip back from here.

• Check out: Interesting souvenirs to buy from Qatar!

Brush up on your Qatar facts

Did you know Doha is the world's second safest city? Here are some fascinating facts about this beautiful country.

• Check out: 50 must-know facts about Qatar

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