Doha, Qatar: With summer quickly approaching, now is a great opportunity to plan an indoor activity with friends and family. Why not check out the Hamad Port Visitors Centre?
Inaugurated in November 2022, the uniquely-designed recreation complex showcases the maritime history and achievements of Qatar. The center features various facilities, such as the first oceanic aquarium in the country, a maritime museum, a 4D cinema, children's play area, in addition to a multipurpose hall equipped with the latest technological devices and interactive simulators.
Driving from Doha via Mesaieed Road, the Hamad Port Visitors Centre at Umm Al-Houl is approximately 35 kilometres and 30 minutes away. Here are the things you will see if you decide to visit the Hamad Port Visitors Centre:
Aquarium
The oceanic aquarium is the first of its kind in Qatar. Featuring 17 basins of different sizes, the aquarium displays 80 species of fish and aquatic creatures: 3,063 in total. It will be a fun destination for students and visitors of all ages to learn more about Qatari marine life and the Umm Al Houl environment in general.
Maritime Museum
The Maritime Museum covers an area of 1,284 m2 and tells fascinating stories about shipping containers and containerships, the story of Hamad Port and its significance in our lives, how the port operates, and how Qatari maritime heritage and trade evolved over time.
4D Cinema
The 4D Cinema Hall is distinguished by its 4D technology, where the seats move with effects in the film that highlights the big picture of Qatar’s prestigious port and demonstrates the vision, resources, and commitment required to deliver the mega-project Hamad Port in a fun and enjoyable way.
The Gift Shop
Do you want a special memento to remind you of this fantastic experience? Pass by the gift shop as it offers a wide selection of exceptional aquatic gifts and souvenirs.
Auditorium
The auditorium is uniquely designed with a high-quality sound system and 200 tiered seats in a fixed theatre-style set-up designed to provide an optimal experience for visitors.
Kids Play Area
The Hamad Port Visitors Centre offers an outdoor play area where children can spend enjoyable times of fun and amusement through a variety of activities, in addition to recreational games such as riding games and others.
Landscape
Sustainability was a major goal throughout all phases of the construction of the Hamad Port Visitors Centre. The new tourist attraction is distinguished by its landscapes and green spaces, which provide a relaxed marine-related environment for visitors to enjoy the exceptional experience in the center's facilities.
Visiting soon? First, create an account on the Hamad Port Visitors Centre website by clicking on the Register button. Once you've created an account, you can begin booking tickets to the Hamad Port Visitors Centre.
Ticket price:
QR50 - 13 years old and above
QR30 - Children between 5 and 12 years old
Free - Children below 5 years old
For group booking (schools, companies, etc) please contact: +974 4045 3333 or email: [email protected]
Opening hours:
Saturday to Thursday: 8am - 7pm
Friday: 1pm to 7pm
