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Secrets of the Souq

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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 10 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: The Water Well - opposite Al Said Sweets, Souq Waqif, Doha, Qatar

🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.

🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English

Places you will visit

10

It will take you

58-88 mins

You will walk

2370 steps

Total distance

1.8 km

Route you will explore

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Starting point The Water Well - opposite Al Said Sweets
Souq Waqif, Doha, Qatar
Finish point Camel Pen
7GQJ+WP5, Doha, Qatar

About this quest

Souq hrs: 
7am-12.30pm/4-10pm daily. Fri 12.30-10pm

Secrets of the Souq!
Souq Waqif - “the standing market,”


Around you an air of times past, vibrant with the smell of oud, coffee & spices. A hub for 100's of yrs with merchants & travellers meeting to exchange goods such as spices, pearls, delicious foods & textiles, long before the gleaming modern city you see around you. 

This adventure guides you along alleys & quiet courtyards. Discover treasures like falcons, camels, fresh food & unique crafts

Highlights

  • This Questo is part treasure hunt, and part outdoor escape room game, and with a flat terrain and lots of places to rest and refresh your team this adventure is suitable for all ages.* Note opening hours* Quest alone or in a group* Please dress respectfully

Good to know before you play

  • Difficulty level: Easy 🟢😊
  • Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
  • Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
  • Family friendly
  • Fun to do as a couple

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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Charge Your Phone

Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

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Vanessa Cruz Galarza

24 Jan 2026
great way to show the souq to family and friends visiting when you have kids in tow

Herman Honnemyr

01 Dec 2025

awillats

07 Nov 2025
it’s a wonderful way to understand a little of the history of Qatar and how the country has developed, fun and interactive its a great game for all the family! five stars 👍🏻

Claire willats

07 Nov 2025

Thomas and Nanny

20 Oct 2025

Beat the best: Top Doha explorers

Thomas and NannySeeker
3100 XP
awillatsRookie
3070 XP
claire willats
claire willatsSeeker
3040 XP

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