Lusail
A modern smart city just north of Doha.
About Lusail
Quick overview and handy details
Lusail showcases Qatar’s future with its marina, stadium, and futuristic districts along the coast.
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Attractions, routes and directions
Attractions
Must-see places and landmarks worth visiting
Lusail Marina Corniche
A scenic waterfront promenade with restaurants, cafes, and views of Doha’s skyline.
Place Vendôme Mall
A luxury shopping and entertainment complex inspired by Paris’s Place Vendôme, featuring fountains and a canal.
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Easy transfers to and from the airport
Doha
Getting around
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Lusail is Qatar’s ultra-modern “new city” next to Doha – sleek waterfront promenades, big venues, and shopping. Don’t miss Lusail Marina Corniche and Place Vendôme Mall.
November to March is the most comfortable season for walking and outdoor dining in Lusail. In summer, plan outdoor time early/late and use malls as cool breaks.
Most travelers only need 1 day for Lusail’s marina, city views, and shopping. Add an extra day if you want museums and traditional markets in Doha.
Arrive via Doha Airport, then continue to Lusail by metro or taxi. For all routes via Doha (including The Pearl/West Bay), use Doha to Lusail, The Pearl and West Bay: all ways to get around.
Lusail works best in clusters: walk the waterfront and mall areas, then use metro/taxis between districts. Practical transport info is on Transport in Qatar and taxi tips are in Taxis in Doha: Karwa, Uber, (no) Careem – prices and how to book.
For evening strolls and views, stay close to the waterfront near Lusail Marina Corniche. If shopping and restaurants are the priority, base yourself near Place Vendôme Mall and browse options on Accommodation in Qatar.
A car helps for wider Qatar road trips, but inside Lusail metro and taxis are often easier than driving and parking on event days. Driving rules and enforcement are summarized in Roads in Qatar: driving rules, speed limits and fines.
Do a sunset walk on Lusail Marina Corniche, then head to Place Vendôme Mall for dinner and a relaxed evening. If there’s an event, add a quick stop by Lusail Stadium.
Waterfront dining and premium retail can be pricey, but costs are easy to manage with metro use and food courts. For more budget variety, many visitors stay in Doha and day-trip to Lusail.
Lusail is generally calm and well-organized, but visitors should follow local norms on dress and public behavior. A clear do/don’t checklist is in Qatar for tourists: what you can and cannot do (laws, fines and local rules).
An eSIM is the easiest way to get maps and ride-hailing working right away. Start with eSIM Qatar and the local guide Internet in Qatar: restrictions, speed, mobile data and public Wi-Fi.
For classic sights, go to Doha for Museum of Islamic Art and Souq Waqif, plus a walk on Doha Corniche. For nature, head to Al Khor for Al Thakira Mangroves and Purple Island, or to Al Wakrah for Al Wakrah Beach.