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Visitors can discover Doha by road, air or sea – as a variety of options – from bus, to helicopter or dhow boat tours are available throughout the day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Public transport<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Those who prefer independence and flexibility can easily move around the country using the accessible and affordable public transport system.<\/p>\n

Bus Services<\/strong><\/p>\n

The bus network connects\u00a0Hamad International Airport<\/a>\u00a0to various destinations across the city, offering a convenient transport option.\u00a0 Bus fare can only be paid with a Karwa Smartcard, available at HIA help desks near baggage claim belts 5 & 6.<\/p>\n

Taxis<\/strong><\/p>\n

Karwa taxis<\/a>\u00a0offer a convenient and flexible way travel to and from Hamad International Airport.\u00a0The taxi pavilion is located to the left of the arrivals hall. All taxis are metered and the minimum flag down fare at the airport starts at QAR 25 (USD 7), with cash payments in Qatari Riyal only. Transfer time to the city centre is 30 minutes on average.<\/p>\n

Car rental \/ Driving<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are many local and international car hire firms operating in Qatar, including several with branches at HIA, such as Avis, Budget, Europcar and Hertz. Uber and Careem also operate in Qatar.<\/p>\n

Book your limousine<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue your high-class travel experience with the brand-new Mowasalat limousines.\u00a0Mowasalat’s fleet ranges from the Mercedes S-Class for you and your business partners, through the fully electric Audi E-Tron for a sporty, smooth experience, to a luxury Mercedes V-class for your family.\u00a0Mowasalat limousines are available at the Hamad International Airport Limousine Rank. You can also book directly on the\u00a0Karwa Taxi App<\/a>\u00a0or call +974 4458 8888.<\/p>\n

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Doha metro<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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The state-of-the art Doha Metro is largely operational, connecting various points of interest across Doha. While currently mostly underground, a tram system is under development, and expected to open shortly.<\/p>\n

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Best-in-class automated rail network<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Boasting some of the fastest driverless trains in the world, the Doha Metro rapid transit system has three lines: Red, Green and Gold, with 37 stations across 76\u00a0km which converge at the centrally located Msheireb Station, close to Doha’s main cultural attractions.<\/p>\n

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  • Red (coastal) Line connects Hamad International Airport to West Bay, Katara Cultural Village, Qatar University and Lusail.<\/li>\n
  • Green (educational) Line connects Hamad Hospital, Al Bidda park, Qatar Foundation\u2019s Education City and Mall of Qatar.<\/li>\n
  • Gold (historic) Line runs through Khalifa Stadium, Villaggio Mall, to Souq Waqif and National Museum of Qatar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Most stations offer free feeder buses.<\/p>\n

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