Participants will discover how sailors, pearl divers and traders navigated the Arabian Gulf long before modern technology. They will explore traditional dhows, navigation tools like the kamal and compass, and learn about the maritime connections and pearl diving routes that shaped Qatar’s history.
Visitor Guidelines
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Museum Hours
Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Saturday: 9am–7pm
Tuesday: Closed
Thursday: 9am– 9pm
Friday: 1:30pm–7pm
Last entry is 45 minutes before closing time.
Location
National Museum of Qatar
Museum Park St
Doha, Qatar
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Contact us
Tel: +974 4452 5555
A guided tour that reveals the seafaring skills and traditions that once guided life across the Arabian Gulf.
