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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

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.

Jiwan

Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 12:30pm–9pm
Tuesday: Closed
Friday: 1:30pm–9pm

Café 875

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

Thalatheen

Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8am–7pm
Tuesday: Closed
Friday: 1:30pm–7pm

Desert Rose Cafe

Saturday to Thursday: 8am–8pm
Friday: 1:30pm–8pm

Dinara Kasko

Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9am –8pm
Tuesday: Closed
Friday: 1:30pm–8pm
Closed in July and August

Al Gharissa Ice Cream

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

NMoQ Gift Shop

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

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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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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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.
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.
An exterior view of Thalatheen Cafe with the National Museum of Qatar in the background

Thalatheen Café

Enjoy spectacular views of NMoQ at this outdoor vegan café.
The inside of a cafe is shown, ceilings are slanted, seats are striped white and black material and booths are curved in shape, golden colour.

Café 875

Located on the mezzanine, Café 875 is a must-visit for anyone exploring the National Museum of Qatar. Visit today.

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