Joanna James
The malls in the Middle East aren't the same as malls everywhere in the world. Whether you are looking for luxury brands or just high street fare, there are plenty of amazing malls in Qatar to indulge in some retail therapy. Here are the best places to go shopping in Qatar.
Literally meaning, the higher grounds, Alhazm Mall is a nod to those who enjoy the high life among all the luxury brands on offer. Everything about this sprawling mall is luxurious starting from its architecture. The façade was designed to match Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan, Italy, and offers many restaurants and shops inside. Even if you cannot afford to shop here, the shopping center is still a stunning place to walk around and offers some great dining spots as well.
One of Doha's most popular malls, the City Center Malls is conveniently located in the West Bay. Here you will find brands such as Home Centre, Mango, and Adidas. There are also plenty of dining options inside the mall such as KFC and Nando's. There is also a cinema and ice rink located within the shopping center as well. The mall can be easily reached from many a Doha hotel including the likes of Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara.
Doha Festival City is one of the largest malls in Qatar and sprawls across 600, 000 sqm, here you are basically guaranteed to find whatever you need. There are department stores including Marks & Spencer, Harvey Nichols, and Debenhams along with other fashion brands ranging from H&M and Other Stories. For those looking to furnish their home, there is even an IKEA. If you are taking your little ones as well, there is a cinema and an Angry Birds World, and even snow dunes where they can play and enjoy rides on. If you feel like getting active, you can make your way to the outdoor leisure trail.
If bargaining is more up your alley, Dragon Mart might be your go-to place. In a Chinese mall, there is basically everything on sale. It's well worth a visit, especially if you are keen on picking up essentials just after landing in Doha.
There is not just one but three Ezdan Malls in Doha, and each one is home to your favorite brands. The largest and popular mall is located in Al Gharafa. Here you will find brands including Tommy Hilfiger, Old Navy, and Aeropostale along with plenty of restaurants.
Located near the iconic Zig Zag Towers, the Lagoona Mall is incredibly popular with locals. Compared with most malls in Doha, this one is on the smaller side. However, you can still find plenty of luxury brands such as Michael Kors and Armani along with department store, Fifty-One East. A play area called Jungaloona and a cinema are also available to keep the little ones happy.
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