It can be difficult for parents to occupy their kids during the summer in Qatar without going over budget. Thankfully, there are tons of free kid-friendly activities available across the nation that offer entertaining ways to cool off in the summer.
An extensive list of free summertime activities for families to enjoy, curated by the ILoveQatar.net (ILQ) team, includes everything from space events and community get-togethers to interactive libraries and large parks.
Playful adventures at Duck Lake at The Pearl Island
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Take part in games, have fun, and take leisurely walks around the calm lake while seeing cute ducks. The lake has a dedicated bike lane, a gorgeously designed boardwalk, paddleboats, and a 15-meter fountain. Kindly be advised that feeding the ducks is prohibited.
Note: Paddle boats can be rented at an additional cost.
- Price: Entry is free!
- Location: The Pearl Island
- Timing: Daily: 9 am to 6 pm
- Contact: +974 4409 5155
- Instagram: @thepearlqatar
Visit Doha’s outdoor air-conditioned parks
In Doha, there are several parks and retail centers with outdoor air conditioning. As a result, children can play outside and stay cool without overheating. It’s a wonderful way to be cozy and take in the sunshine and fresh air!
Plan a fun day out at beachside playgrounds
At these stunning beaches in Qatar, families may enjoy the soothing waves and have a great time at the playgrounds. Kids’ beach visits are made even more exciting with these entertaining locations.
Dive into fun at the water attractions around Qatar
A few parks and playgrounds have water areas that provide a cool respite and are great hubs for kid-friendly activities. Don’t forget to check out the amazing dancing fountains at Place Vendôme Mall if you’re taking your kids shopping.
- Place Vendôme Mall show timings: Every hour from 11 am to 5 pm and every half hour from 6 pm to 11:30 pm
City Gallery at Old Doha Port
This is a public area featuring visual displays and a sizable aquarium. It is situated close to the Grand Cruise Terminal and offers cruise passengers an aquarium tunnel. The centerpiece is a massive aquarium that fills an entire wall and is filled with a variety of fish and aquatic life. This makes it a fun place for youngsters to play and a fantastic place for photographs!
- Price: Entry is free!
- Location: Grand Cruise Terminal, Old Doha Port
- Timing:
- Saturday – Thursday: 12 pm to 9 pm
- Friday: 2 pm to 9 pm
- Instagram: @olddohaport
Explore the Caves of Wonder at the National Museum of Qatar
This artificial sinkhole is found within a cave. Children may explore this fascinating attraction, which features lit crystals, geckos, bats, crawl tunnels, artifacts, carvings, and climbable rocks. Children may experience a realistic cave through sounds broadcast through speakers, and they can also learn about the animals that live in caves through shadow projections.
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- Price: Entry is free!
- Location: National Museum of Qatar
- Timing:
- Sunday – Wednesday: 9 am to 7 pm
- Thursday & Saturday: 9 am to 7 pm
- Friday: 1:30 pm to 7 pm
- Instagram: @nmoqatar
Enjoy a movie screening at 900 Park
Whether it’s a new blockbuster or a beloved animated picture, these screenings provide youngsters a great chance to enjoy their favorite stories in an engaging setting.
Note: Food & beverages must be purchased at an additional cost. The screening will take place from 11 May – 1 July 2024.
- Price: Entry is free!
- Location: Next to Intercontinental Doha Beach & Spa
- Timing: Daily: 4 pm to 12 pm, until 1 July 2024
- Contact: +974 5549 5847
- Instagram: @900parkdoha
Take a journey through space at Al Thuraya Planetarium
Don’t miss the opportunity to see model spacecraft reproductions, learn about the moon splitting during the time of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), and snap pictures with actual NASA space suits at the museum. In addition, kids can learn about seas, meteorology, astronomy, geology, and atmosphere!
- Price: Entry is free!
- Location: Katara Cultural Village
- Timing: Daily: 8 am to 8 pm
- Contact: +974 4408 2067
- Instagram: @kataraqatar
Immerse yourself in interactive learning at the Qatar National Library
Don’t miss the opportunity to see model spacecraft reproductions, learn about the moon splitting during the time of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), and snap pictures with actual NASA space suits at the museum. In addition, kids can learn about seas, meteorology, astronomy, geology, and atmosphere!
- Price: Entry is free!
- Location: Education City
- Timing:
- Saturday – Thursday: 8 am to 8 pm
- Friday: 4 pm to 8 pm
- The Children’s Library closes at 6:30 pm
- Contact: +974 4454 0100
- Instagram: @qatarnationallibrary
Experience the marine life at the Hamad Port Visitors Centre
Allow your kids to investigate marine life. The facility has a marine aquarium, a kids’ play area, a 4D theater, virtual simulators, a maritime museum, and an auditorium.
- Price:
- Free for children under 5 years old
- QR 30 for children between 5 – 12 years old
- QR 50 per adult
- Location: Umm Al Houl
- Timing:
- Saturday – Thursday: 8 am to 6 pm
- Friday: 1 pm to 7 pm
- Contact: +974 4045 3005
- Instagram: @mwani.qatar
