location-photo
camera
len
Canon EOS R5
Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens
Shutter Speed
1/10 sec
Aperture
f/2.8
Focal Length
70mm
ISO
800

Doha Skyline Viewpoint of Museum of Islamic Art

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@harimaolee
Take an evening stroll down this beautiful waterside viewpoint to capture illuminated views of the Musum of Islamic art and other Doha skyscrapers. Along the corniche, you'll find countless palm trees—perfect for framing architecture.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

Accessible anytime

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Telephoto lens (70mm)
  • Tripod
  • Windproof Jacket

How to get there

N25° 17' 42.0216"E51° 32' 07.6344"
The Doha Skyline Viewpoint is on the northernmost point of Dhow Harbour. I stood east of the viewpoint along the corniche, facing the Museum of Islamic Art across the water. This area is about 15-20 minute walk from Souq Waqif.

Tips

When to go

Best season

All months

Best time

Blue Hour, Night, Midnight+
You can photograph from the Doha Skyline Viewpoint and fram the Museum of Islamic Art all months of the year.
Visit during blue hour into the night to capture the illuminated museum and surrounding skyline. That said, essentially all times of the day would be great to shoot—especially sunset! Visit before dusk if you can.

Field tips

By using a zoom lens (70mm) you'll be able to more tightly frame the Museum of Islamic Art across the water.
Try incorporating the surrounding palm trees in your composition, which helps give the scene more context. I chose to frame the architecture with them.
If you're shooting in the evening, using a tripod will help you capture the crispest of images.

Current weather

Doha
Clear
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Wed
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Thu
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Fri
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Sat
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Sun
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Blue Hour

01:26
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Clear

Sunrise

01:51
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Golden Hour

14:55
97o
Clear

Sunset

15:28
97o
Clear

Do nearby

Check out Souq Waqif, a busy market where you can shop for traditional clothing, handicrafts, spices, perfumes—and great food and shisha!

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