There are numerous parks in Qatar with large green spaces, children's play areas, market places and much more. Below is a listing of the major parks around the country.

Doha Zoo

Doha Zoo, opened in 1984, is one of the main attractions of the capital. It is on Salwa road, about 20 km away from Doha. It has about 700 species of animals  and birds. A small recreational center is available on the premises. Visitors to the zoo can ride the mini ature railroad to catch a view of all animals.

Al Bida Park

Located on the Corniche, the park has play-facilities, lawns, restaurants and a popular market. Visitors to parks or even to the desert can enjoy watching birds which abound in Qatar, simply because Qatar is an important stopover point for migrating birds from Western Asia and Eastern Europe. Besides Al-Bida park, there is a number of other parks in Doha, not to mention the parks in Al Wakrah and Al Khor. 

Oryx Farm

See our national animal, the Oryx, in its natural surroundings at the Oryx Farm in Shahaniya. The beauty of this endangered desert animal has inspired Arab poets through the ages.