The Corniche is a seven-kilometer waterfront promenade along Doha Bay, the calling card of Qatar's capital. Curving in a crescent around the bay, it connects the old town with the West Bay business district and offers the best views of the skyscrapers.

History and Development

The Corniche was developed in stages from the 1970s when Qatar began improving its coastline. The name comes from the French corniche, meaning ledge or projection.

Layout

The waterfront includes a wide pedestrian promenade, a bicycle path, green areas with palm trees, and playgrounds. Parks, museums, and piers for traditional...