Hamad International Airport features a huge, environmentally friendly tropical indoor garden that brightens international air travel experiences. The Orchard at Hamad Airport is a calm, green spot to relax and rejuvenate between flights or upon arrival. Here’s how to find it and what you can do there.
Inside the Orchard
The Orchard in Hamad Airport is a 6,000-square-meter plot holding over 25,000 plants, all under a naturally lit roof. Also known as the Garden, its water features contribute to the tropical feel, and the eco-friendly design guarantees over 30% energy efficiency. All trees and plants are sourced from sustainable forests globally. Orchard’s roof maximizes the absorption of natural lighting, providing superb visibility and regulating temperature. Most importantly, the area has a premium global energy standard — it earned a LEED Gold certification.
The HIA Orchard is located in the duty-free North Node, at the end of Terminal C, approximately a 10–15-minute walk from Terminals A and B.
If you don’t want to go on foot, you can also hop on the monorail connecting various HIA terminals, which has a stop directly at its entrance. It’s free for all passengers and open 24 hours a day.
The Garden offers ample space and features for customers to relax and re-energize after or before a long flight. You can stroll the walkways amongst trees and plants — there are several walking routes under the canopies for easy movement. Furthermore, you could sit back and relax next to the calming sounds of the waterfall and other water features spread across the area. If you have more time, read a book or watch a movie on the bench. The garden also has small tents — a convenient spot to meditate or catch a quick nap.
The natural lighting creates a picturesque setting to capture the best layover memories, especially for photography fans. Since the area is filled with unique plant and tree species, you can use plant identifier apps such as PictureThis and PlantNet to discover what’s around you — a fun way to make wait times feel shorter.
Activities around garden
Around the Hamad Airport Garden, you’ll find various retail boutiques, restaurants, and art displays. Some notable outlets include Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Dior, Giorgio Armani, and Qatar duty-free shops. What's more, you can enjoy your favorite meals under the beautiful sights of the Orchard. Check into Motta, Venchi, Ralph Cafe, Fendi Cafe, or Wagamama for a quick bite, soft drinks, coffee, and sit-in dining.
Right outside the garden, you’ll see immersive digital screens that display animated visuals and art showcasing Qatar's monumental landscapes you can relish in when you’re taking a breather. The Al Mourjan Business Lounge is located right next to the garden, and, for QAR 450, you can enjoy gourmet dining and over twenty quiet rooms while overlooking the landscape.
Lastly, ATMs, currency exchanges, information desks, prayer rooms, and pharmacies are all located a few meters from the garden.
Planning the experience
You need around 30 to 60 minutes to explore the Orchard — ensure your visiting timing does not interfere with boarding.
Follow the visible signs to locate the garden from different points in the airport. The directions are marked by “The Orchard” signs available throughout the airport. If you’re still unsure how to find it, use the HIA map or app to navigate the airport.
