Msheireb Museums 🇶🇦

Located on Mohammed Bin Jassim Street in Doha, adjacent to the Aimiri Diwan and Qatari National Archive, Msheireb Museums offers you an authentic dive into Qatar's historic journey. Housed within four restored 20th-century heritage buildings—renovated by architect John McAslan as part of the Msheireb Downtown Doha regeneration—this captivating complex explores local identity through the lived experiences and trades of former residents. You will explore four distinct houses, each dedicated to a critical narrative of Qatari history.

At Bin Jelmood House, you will encounter powerful exhibits detailing the global slave trade, local pearl-diving histories, and ongoing efforts to combat modern-day human trafficking. Step into Company House to learn about the pioneering petroleum industry workers who transformed the nation’s economy. At Mohammed Bin Jassim House, built by the son of Qatar’s founder, you can examine the sustainable evolution of the Msheireb district alongside the Echo Memory Art Project.

Finally, Radwani House offers you an intimate look into traditional Qatari family life, dating back to the 1920s. Whether you are interested in social history, architecture, or regional culture, these beautifully preserved heritage houses provide a deeply meaningful perspective on the nation's past and present.

What to see at Msheireb Museums

• Explore Bin Jelmood House to learn about the Indian Ocean slave trade and modern awareness efforts.
• Discover the history of Qatar’s early oil industry workers at Company House.
• See the Echo Memory Art Project and sustainable urban history at Mohammed Bin Jassim House.
• Experience traditional 1920s Qatari family life firsthand inside Radwani House.

Visiting tips

Arrive easily by public transit using the Msheireb station on the Doha Metro or the Heritage Quarter station on the Msheireb Tram.

How long: 2-3 hours · Best time: Morning or afternoon

How to get there & what’s nearby

Msheireb Museums is easy to reach on Doha’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Museum of Islamic Art and National Museum of Qatar. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Doha travel guide.