Best Malls in Qatar

Plaza Mall in Qatar: Outdoor spaces only (informal policy)

The Gate Mall in Qatar: Outdoor dining areas only (leashed dogs)

Qanat Quartier (The Pearl-Qatar): Outdoor promenades (not a traditional mall)

Disclaimer

Most malls in Qatar prohibit dogs indoors due to:

• Religious and cultural considerations (dogs considered ritually impure in some Islamic traditions)
• Hygiene and sanitation concerns
• Potential allergies and phobias of other shoppers
• Lack of proper infrastructure for pets
• Local regulations regarding animals in public spaces

Note: Policies may change. Service animals may have different access rights. Always check with specific mall management for current rules before visiting with your pet.

• Medina Centrale - The main commercial hub of Pearl Qatar spanning 175,000 square meters with over 85 luxury boutiques including exclusive stores like Real Madrid's official merchandise shop and Alfardan Jewellery's flagship outlet. I
  
• 04 Mall - Located in La Plage South, this 12,000-square-meter convenient shopping center houses Qatar's first UFC Gym, MegaMart supermarket, and drive-thru services from popular fast-food chains like McDonald's and Wendy's.
  
• Lagoona Mall - Serving as the gateway to The Pearl, this luxurious shopping destination features 180 stores showcasing Andalusian architectural elements. The mall hosts high-end fashion brands including Elie Saab's bridal collection and specialty shops like Bonsai Flower. Its 1,200-seat amphitheater regularly hosts fashion events and cultural programs.

atar continues to expand its retail landscape with innovative developments:

Qatar Outlet Village - Set to open in January 2025 on Qetaifan Island, this massive 150,000-square-meter project will revolutionize the shopping experience with pioneering outdoor air-conditioning technology through underground cooling tunnels beneath its 1.2-kilometer canal walk. It will feature over 100 outlet stores offering 30-70% discounts on luxury brands, complemented by unique dining concepts including canal-side seafood restaurants and rooftop shisha lounges

List of malls in Qatar accessible by Metro

Red Line Malls

• Doha Festival City - Accessible via Lusail-QNB Station with an 8-minute Metrolink bus (M145) journey to IKEA's extensive showroom
• Gate Mall - Served by DECC Station through the M126 Metrolink route
• Villaggio Mall - Connected to DECC Station via the M126 Metrolink service, featuring a Venetian-inspired retail experience

Green Line Malls

• Mall of Qatar - Directly integrated with Al Riffa Station, where 65% of visitors arrive via metro during peak hours, featuring a 500,000-square-foot entertainment zone with the region's largest indoor LED dome

Gold Line and Lusail Tram Accessible Malls

• Hyatt Plaza - Less than 5-minute walk from Aziziyah Station, featuring a convenient Carrefour hypermarket
• Place Vendôme - Connected to Lusail Central Station via tram, offering 350 luxury stores including Sephora's three-story Middle East flagship location

As of January 2025, the Qatar has 383 shopping malls across its municipalities, with concentrations in Al Rayyan (203 malls) and Doha (161 malls) .