Souq Waqif Al Khor

If you are looking for a wonderful place to shop, to dine, to explore or simply sitting at one of the many attractive outdoor cafe to watch the world pass by, look nowhere but Souq Waqif in Al Khor.

Although souqs are generally referred to as markets ,the variety of souqs scattered throughout Qatar comprise of various different forms, from the more traditional bazaar type market found in Souq Waqif or Souq Omani to the air conditioned complexes like Souq Al Dira or Souq Jabor. Goods sold in the market include antiques and others from Arabian Peninsula, East Africa, India, and Persia. Some of the traditional goods that can be purchased include pashmina, bedouin weaving, carpet, embroidery garment, incense, pots, besides food items such as spices, nuts, dried fruit and honey. 

There are also the Wholesale Food Markets that include live livestock as well as meat, fish, fruit and vegetables, and farmer’s markets that occur in the cooler winter months. But when people refer to ‘the souq’ they are generally referring to the oldest market area just off Al Corniche. Most of the souqs deal primarily in cash so it is always advisable to come prepared and be ready to bargain, that’s part of the whole experience and culture of the souq.

The timings of the souqs vary, but 9am-1pm and 4pm-9, is the general rule with Souq Waqif having extended hours.