By Gladies Rajan - June 23, 2026
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What to Buy
| Item | Why It's Special |
| Spices & Saffron | Best quality, best price in Doha |
| Dalla Coffee Pots | Traditional brass/silver Arabian pots, perfect as gifts |
| Pashmina Shawls | Wide variety of colors and patterns at affordable prices |
| Hadcrafted Wooden Boxes | Only available at Souq and at Hamad Airport |
| Custom Perfume | Oudh, musk, and bespoke blends crafted on the spot |
| Pearls | Shop with a former pearl diver and learn Qatar's pearling heritage |
Events at the Souq
Souq Waqif hosts various popular events throughout the year, including the Dates Festival, the Flower Exhibition, the Honey Exhibition, and the Spring Festival, in addition to other entertainment festivals and cultural feasts. Traditional music, art, and cultural shows add to the ambience of the Souq.
The Souq is busiest in the cooler months, with cultural performances by local or regional groups, costume parades, and street performances during the annual Shop Qatar festival or the Eid festivals.
The Souq is busiest in the cooler months, with cultural performances by local or regional groups, costume parades, and street performances during the annual Shop Qatar festival or the Eid festivals.
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