About Muscat
Muscat is the capital of Oman, home to around 797,000 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Muscat
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Al Jalali Fort
2
Al Mirani Fort
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Qasr Al Alam Royal Palace
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Bait Al Zubair Museum
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Omani French Museum
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Muscat Gate Museum
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Bait Muzna Gallery
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National Museum
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Al Jalali Fort
- Visit Al Mirani Fort
- Visit Qasr Al Alam Royal Palace
- Eat at Al Haikal Restaurant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Bait Al Zubair Museum
- Visit Omani French Museum
- Visit Muscat Gate Museum
- Eat at Oman Express
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Bait Muzna Gallery
- Visit National Museum
- Visit Royal Opera House Muscat
- Eat at Saravana Bhavan Restaurant
Where to eat
Al Haikal Restaurant
Oman Express
Saravana Bhavan Restaurant
KERA
Al Haikal Bakery
Dhaka Restaurant & Coffee Shop مطعم و مقهى دكا
Al Tarboush
Ofair Traditional Restaurant
Where to stay
- Aywa Guesthouse
- Delmon Hotel Apartments
- Marina Hotel
- Ruwi Hotel
- Al Waffa Hotel Flats
Shopping
- Mutrah Souq
- Amouage Perfume Factory
- Barka Omani Halwa Factory
- Boraka Halwa Factory
- Jawahir Oman Jewellers
- Omani Heritage Gallery
Nightlife
- Al Ahli Coffeeshop
- Fast Food N Juice Centre
- Starbucks Coffee
- Left Bank
Museums & culture
- Qasr Al Alam Royal Palace
- Bait Al Zubair Museum
- Omani French Museum
- Muscat Gate Museum
- Bait Muzna Gallery
- National Museum
In pictures
Muscat gallery
Keep exploring
