Doha - Post Report Question and Answers
Would someone with physical disabilities have difficulties living in this city?
There are lots of sidewalks and many things are new since FIFA was just hosted here so modern and with handicap options in mind. I find it to be much more user friendly than other countries. However, our compound has an elevator for example, which will take one up to the gym or pool. People drive quite quickly and make sporadic turns etc. so crossing the roads etc. would definitely be a challenge. I will leave it as this since I have no personal experience with this area. No ramps to offload from sidewalks etc. - Oct 2023
Probably. While Doha is a "new" city, sidewalks, etc are in bad shape. - Jul 2022
I would think they would have a hard time getting around with all of the current construction and total lack of sidewalks or sidewalk-like areas. But once you got to where you were going, you'd probably be all right. - May 2017
There are really no sidewalks, so no one is walking anywhere, no matter their ability. Malls are equipped for people with disabilities, so if you have the appropriate vehicle/a driver, you should be fine. - May 2017
yes. - May 2015
Yes, almost nothing is handicapped-friendly. Disabilities still have a huge stigma in Qatari society, and most Qataris with disabilities are hidden away at home and never spoken of. - Feb 2015
This is not a walking city. You drive everywhere. I believe it is becoming more accessible as the infrastructure is developed. - Apr 2012
Too many, there are no sidewalks mostly. It is very difficult even for the able bodied. - Mar 2012
Relative to many world capitals, it's not too bad. You can drive everywhere, there is handicapped parking at the malls, and plenty of elevators. - Mar 2012
The infrastructure is getting better and better by the day, but they are still not up to speed in accommodating people in wheelchairs. The lack of public transportation makes driving a must. - Jan 2012
I think this place is very friendly towards the disabled in terms of its infrastructure and its people. - Jun 2011
Lots. There are no sidewalks or any special systems put into place for people with physical disabilities. - Oct 2010
Doha is set up very well for individuals with disabilities. Remember my previous comment about traffic accidents? Those that survive traffic accidents tend to be disabled and require a lot of assistance. Villas and embassy housing, however, are not set up for individuals with disabilities. There are a lot of stairs, bathtubs for showers and such. - Dec 2009
Probably few. They have handicapped parking spaces and most buildings have doors wide enough for assisted access. Older buildings not so much. There is a lot of slippery paving in malls. This is by no means a walking town. You must have a vehicle to get around. - Sep 2008
