Doha Corniche to be pedestrianised from Nov 1, vehicle access restricted until Dec 19

Tribune News Network

Doha

Vehicular access to Doha Corniche will be restricted beginning November 1 in order to keep the scenic promenade optimized for pedestrians during the FIFA World Cup 2022.

"Starting Tuesday, November 1st to December 19th, the Doha Corniche will be dedicated to pedestrians in preparation for the FIFA World Cup," the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy said in a tweet on Friday.

Private car users commuting through Doha Corniche will have to switch to the bus, metro, taxi, or rideshare. Below are the various means of transportation to reach Central Doha.

Taxi & RidesharePick-up and drop-off zones

* Ashghal Tower

* Al Bidda Park

* Khalifa Tennis and Squash Complex

* Souq Waqif

* Museum of Islamic Art Park

* Old Doha Port

Doha Metro Nearest stations

* Al Bidda Park

* Corniche (exit only)

* West Bay Qatar Energy

Bus

* Free Shuttle loop around Central Doha to facilitate easy access to activations.

* Routes available on Hayya to Qatar 2022 App or Mowasalat website.

Park & RideParking spaces in Central Doha are limited. It is recommended to use Park & Ride from various locations around Doha to access Corniche:

* Qatar University

* Al Qassar

* Umm Ghuwailina

* Al Wakrah Al Messilla