Qatar’s tourism sector continues to show remarkable progress, welcoming around 3.5 million international visitors in the first nine months of 2025. According to official tourism statistics, this represents a 2.2% rise compared to the same period last year, highlighting the country’s growing reputation as a preferred global travel destination.
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries accounted for nearly 36% of total arrivals, followed by Europe with 25% and Asia and Oceania with 22%. Visitor inflows from nations such as China and Australia saw notable surges, each recording over 30% growth during the third quarter of the year.
Travel data reveals that 60% of tourists arrived by air, while 33% entered via land routes and 7% came by sea, showcasing Qatar’s well-connected travel infrastructure.
In the hospitality industry, the nation’s hotel and apartment inventory reached 41,733 rooms, maintaining an average occupancy rate of 68%, which is a 2.4% improvement from last year. Total room nights sold exceeded 7.7 million, reflecting strong demand across accommodation categories.
With a packed schedule of international sports events, cultural festivals, and entertainment programs ahead, Qatar continues to strengthen its position as a year-round tourism hotspot. The country’s tourism strategy remains a cornerstone of its economic diversification and Vision 2030 goals, aiming to attract even more global travelers in the coming years.
