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Many people who have been residing in Qatar for a long time have always wondered what exactly is inside the giant gift box building in Katara Cultural Village. Well, it houses the children’s play museum called ‘OliOli’ which means ‘Joy’ in Hawaiian.
OliOli Doha is a unique museum located in one of Qatar’s top tourist destinations. Featuring six interactive galleries and over 40 hands-on displays for exploration & creativity in a fun and safe space for children between 12 months to 16 years of age. The dynamic environment in the museum was created with the input of 35 artists, educators and developmental psychologists, ensuring a rich and unique experience for every visitor.
Key Information
Timings: Sunday to Thursday: 12 PM – 9 PM
Friday & Saturday: 10 AM – 9 PM
Access: Standard Ticket Child (2 – 16 years): QAR 135 (Includes 1 child & 1 adult admission for 2 hours)
Standard Ticket Toddler (12 – 23 months): QAR 67 (Includes 1 toddler & 1 adult admission for 2 hours)
Standard Visit Extra Adult (16+ years): QAR 45 for 2 hours visit
You can book your tickets online and payment is only available at the location.
Nearest Doha metro station: Katara metro station (Red line)
Ample underground parking available.
Location: Children’s Mall (Gift building), Katara Cultural Village
Contact: 44081266
Website: olioli.qa
Highlights at OliOli Doha Children’s Museum
It’s a unique indoor play destination where kids can safely explore, learn, and be entertained. Designed to foster creativity and curiosity, it’s a must-visit for parents who value positive play and imagination.
Galleries of Oli Oli Doha
WonderSphere: The WonderSphere at OliOli Doha is a unique playground, created specifically for the museum. This striking structure, inspired by the shape of a pearl, supports over 7,000 kilograms of steel and offers a unique, adventure-focused experience. Designed for exploration, it encourages children to engage in imaginative play and develop social skills in a safe, immersive environment.
Kinetic Gallery: Explore physics in a fun and engaging way. Launch a rocket, build a race car, or make scarves fly in a space that defies gravity.
Creative Lab: Discover and tinker with new ideas in a relaxing space. Engage in exciting activities with endless possibilities for wholesome fun.
Water Gallery: Kids can splash through this gallery, wash a Volkswagen Beetle, launch balls from a water cannon, and step into never-ending rain.
Fitness Gallery: A space full of fun exercises that showcase the importance of healthy living and fitness in daily life.
teamLab Future Park: Experience a magical space where art and imagination come to life, with immersive technology transporting kids and adults into a different world.
Afternoons at OliOli Doha
Parents can drop off their kids at the museum for afternoons filled with creativity and fun. Guided by dedicated play facilitators, children will explore and discover in engaging galleries.
Available Sunday to Tuesday for ages 4 and up, each two-hour session is QAR 250. Limited slots are available. Click here to book online and learn more.
How to find Oli Oli Doha?
The museum is super easy to locate due to two reasons. One, it is situated in one of the tourist hotspots in Qatar; Katara Cultural Village. Second, it is housed in a humongous red gift box which you can not miss. It is known as the Children’s Mall and the design of the building mimics gift boxes.