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Explore the story of our nation and its people with a visit to the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ).

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Museum Hours

Sunday: 9am–7pm
Monday: 9am–7pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 9am–7pm
Thursday: 9am–9pm
Friday: 1:30pm–7pm
Saturday: 9am–7pm

Ramadan Hours

Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday: 9am–2pm and 8pm–midnight
Tuesday: Closed
Fridays: 8pm–midnight

The Museum will be closed on the first day of Eid al-Fitr and reopen the following day with regular operating hours.

Learn more about visiting during Ramadan.

Last entry is 45 minutes before closing time.

Visitor Services staff will begin clearing the galleries 45 minutes before the museum closes to ensure that all visitors exit on time.

Before Your Visit

Consult our Visitor Guidelines, which include essential information about dress code, photography policies, and other useful tips to help you make the most of your visit.

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School Tours and Programmes

Help your students discover NMOQ through tours, hands-on activities or storytelling sessions.

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Getting Here

NMoQ is accessible by car, bus, metro and by foot.

Vehicle and pedestrian entrance is from the roundabout at Mathaf and Museum Park Streets. There is parking onsite.

The North Playground and kiosks can be accessed by the north pedestrian gate on Emrair Street.

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Practical Information

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School Tours and Programmes

Help your students discover NMoQ through tours, hands-on activities or storytelling sessions.
Qatari man and his daughter browsing the catalogue of the National Museum of Qatar

Helpful Hints

Visitor Guidelines

These practical tips offer everything you need to know before your visit to the National Museum of Qatar.
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Discover NMoQ

About the Galleries

NMoQ’s gallery spaces engage all the senses in telling the story of this nation and its people.
Interior of a gallery space at the National Museum of Qatar showcasing aquatic life in Qatar

Multilingual Tours

Audio Guides

Explore the galleries through our audio guide tours, available in multiple languages.
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Accessibility

At the National Museum of Qatar, we are committed to making our galleries and cultural experiences accessible to everyone.
Landscaped gardens with green grass and native plants and trees surrounding the National Museum of Qatar

Outdoor Fun

The Park at NMoQ

The Park at the National Museum of Qatar includes playgrounds, artwork, a garden and much more.
A dramatic view of the gift shop with local products displayed on curving wooden shelves at the National Museum of Qatar

Unique Gifts

NMoQ Gift Shop

The gift shop at the National Museum of Qatar offers a large collection of exclusive gifts, many of which draw their inspiration from Qatar’s history, heritage and culture.
Decorated stone arches with a doorway in shade and a view of the National Museum of Qatar in the background

Host Your Event at the National Museum of Qatar

Explore the extraordinary range of event venues at the National Museum of Qatar and elevate your events to new heights.

Unparalleled Dining

A view of the rooftop terrace seating at the Jiwan retaurant, National Museum of Qatar lit up at night with of Doha in the background

Jiwan Restaurant

Jiwan presents Doha-inspired cuisine in a new, exciting way, offering a refined menu that shines a light on local produce.
View of the interior of the Desert Rose cafe showing tables and chairs and the faceted shapes of the NMoQ building

Desert Rose Café

Desert Rose Café offers a perfect spot for visitors to relax as they explore the galleries of the National Museum of Qatar.
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Thalatheen Café

Enjoy spectacular views of NMoQ at this outdoor vegan café.

What's On

Rendering interior of the Qatar Auto Museum depicting animated people and cars in motion

Exhibition

A Sneak Peek at Qatar Auto Museum Project

Until 2 January 2026
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Families and children

Workshop

Qatari Kitchen

13 March 2025 | 9 - 10pm
A view of NMoQ's gallery showcasing Qatar's diverse aquatic life
Families and children

Tour

Family Exploration Journey

Saturday, 15 March 2025
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Adults

Tour

English Guided Tour: Life During Ramadan in Qatar

21 March 2025 | 9 - 10pm
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