Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art

I recently visited this museum for an exhibition, and it was a fantastic experience. The exhibit was well-curated, with detailed information and thoughtful displays that made the visit both educational and inspiring. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the overall ambiance of the museum was clean, well-maintained, and welcoming. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone interested in culture, history, or art. Looking forward to visiting again!

We were very disappointed with our experience at the museum. Before our trip, we had carefully checked the information on the official website to make sure it would be open. However, when we arrived after a 20-minute taxi ride, we were told at the entrance that it was closed. The staff member we spoke with was neither helpful nor understanding of the situation, and showed no concern for the inconvenience caused. Unfortunately, we had no choice but to leave right away. It’s really frustrating and disappointing that such poor communication and lack of consideration spoiled what should have been a cultural highlight of our visit.

From the metro stop at education city right out of the rotating glass door is the tram stop . Blue line takes you to the adjacent entrance of the museum, you can ask the security staff at those locations really helpful. Into the entrance to the museum area to your left iscthe door leading to the museum showcase area. Since.this was a film oriented showing, the setup was good with nice acoustics, oh the highlight is the mega projector screen that may keep you in one room enjoying the view plus the story. It is well curated in that there is a flow of movement starting from the ground floor that has rooms setup to showcase the films listed. Then the first floor that had a variety of art pieces lined up on the walls . As one line I recall , a tree taken is made as a depiction of what a tree could be .paraphrased. this is from the abstract art area.

It’s a very fine music with lots of paintings and artwork, we came across Gerome’s exhibition when we came. It’s very quiet with no one else around and it’s a Sunday 😂 lots of security guys in the museum to make sure you don’t touch the artwork. You can’t bring your bag in but there are lockers to keep your valuables. There is wifi and toilets here. Best part is free entrance!

Absolutely terrible experience when I visited with my son. Every turn revealed not a new captivating piece of art but a security guard who would begin to trail us like a shadow. I asked them why, but, importantly, how are they going to trail visitors if there were more than a handful. No answer of course. Who would want to enjoy "art" in such a hostile environment. We left and needless to say will never return. Profile: Going to mark 50th anniversary of being in Qatar in 2026. Been to musuems in Europe, Egypt, etc.

This is one of the best museums in Doha to appreciate modern art in the city. The entrance is free and there are two floors. The permanent collections are on the second floor, but unfortunately, only one of the five galleries was possible to be visited. They had a very good collection of the works of Jean Léon Gérôme on the ground floor.

What a venu, what a permanent collection and what an exhibition about Gerome. Not my first visit but always a treat whenever I am in Doha. Can't wait to see what Lusail Musuem will show when it is open. Free entry. Free lockers.

I came specifically for Seeing Is Believing: The Art and Influence of Gérôme exhibition and was amazed how great it was. Such a great exhibition, with beautiful works of Gerome. Thank you Mathaf