Al Wakrah

Al-Wakrah is based in eastern Qatar, just south of Doha. The town has a history independent from that of the capital, but in recent times has developed into a bedroom community of Doha.

Travel to Al Wakrah

The Route 109 and 119 buses ( timetable) pass through the Al Wakrah. Both leave from Al Ghanim Bus Station in Doha, with the 109 heading towards Mesaieed or Al-Wukair and the 119 terminating in Al-Wakra. The frequency of both routes combined is about 5-20 minutes, with the journey time to the town centre being half an hour. There are different timetables for Saturday-Thursday and Fridays. Be warned that buses can be affected by service changes and disruptions, so it is recommended you call Mowasalat to confirm first on +974 4458 8888. By private car, you should follow the Al-Wakrah highway signs out of Doha to the south-east, past the airport. The journey is just under 20km, equating to 25 minutes in good traffic.

Halal Sightseeing Tips

Wakra Fort, Qatar - Abdulrahman bin Jassim Fort, home of the Al Wakrah Museum Doha - al wakra beach 01 - Dhow on Al Wakrah beach

• Al Wakrah Museum - Abdulrahman bin Jassim Fort | Al Wakair Road 25.172082,51.605014 ☎ +974 4464 3201 - Wakra Fort, Qatar - Housed in an old fort built in the early 20th century, this small museum displays artifacts of marine life and local history. The museum is currently closed for refurbishment.
• House of Sheikh Ghanim Bin Abdulrahman Al Thani 25.172196,51.611098 along the beach road 500m north of Manaratain Mosque ☎ +974 4429 1711 (Restoration Dept) Opening Hours: Daily 24 hrs Free Originally built by a prominent local pearl trader in the early 20th century and the house was fully restored in 2004. Open to visitors, just ask the security who will allow you to explore on your own.
• Manaratain Mosque 25.169679,51.608925 next to the fish market The mosque was built in the 1940s on the site of earlier masjids and while not particularly old was built with traditional construction of coral and rock with a baked mud roof. Non-Muslim visitors should refrain from entering, but can appreciate the building from the outside.
• Dhow harbor 25.165678,51.611445 - Much of Qatar's fishing fleet is based here and the harbor makes for a friendly backdrop for walking.

Top Must Do Travel Tips to Al Wakrah

• Al Wakrah Family Beach 25.131405,51.616836 just south of Al Wakrah - Opening Hours: 7am-10pm Free Has toilets and showers, some shade and barbeque pits and is completely neighbored by fencing. The water is shallow with sharp rocks; water shoes recommended.
• Fishing Al Wakra Harbour 25.16274,51.61822 - While one gets to see the old harbor of the Al Wakra, which has been recently renovated to accommodate a huge number of traditional dhows and fishing dhows, fishing is one of the favorite past times of many enthusiasts here. The area is mostly filled with fishing enthusiasts who spend hours behind this and if you are one, you too can join in the line and wait for your bite!

Muslim Friendly Shopping

• Wakra Mall Al Wakair Road 25.170708,51.588094 across from the main hospital A multi-level shopping mall, with food court and children's theme park.
• Grand Hypermarket Al Wukair, inside Ezdan Mall Al Wukair 25.17558,51.56881 via taxi or private limousines Free, its a shopping mall A hypermarket with almost all the required general facilities, including grocery, bakery, deli and hot food section. They also have a mini department store upstairs.

Halal Restaurants

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The city of Al Wakra is currently brimming with many good restaurants and food outlets and choice and cuisine varies from outlets to outlets. You can try Arabic, Indian, Chinese, Lebanese, Syrian, Afghan and many other cuisines in this city, it just takes a bit of searching around and using handy restaurant and café locator apps.

• Fish market 25.17032,51.608624 A good place to pick up fish from the latest catch, which can be cooked for you on the spot.

Where to stay

• Al Siraaj Wakra Inn Apartments @roup.com Mesaieed Road 25.156735,51.605925 ☎ +974 4463 3737 +974 4463 3802 Serviced apartments with free wi-fi and breakfast and onsite coffee shop.

Medical Issues in Al Wakrah

HMC operates an emergency department at its local medical clinic here.

• Al Wakra Hospital, Al Wukair Street, Al Wakra, managed by Hamad Medical Coporation
• Al Wakrah Primary Health Center Al Wakair Street 25.173408,51.595218 ☎ +974 4464 4450 Primary Health Center within the Al Wakra City.

Telecommunication

Free Wi-Fi is available outdoors in Al Wakrah Park 25.179952,51.611985

Where to go from Al Wakrah

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