Introducing Muscat
This beautiful port capital, with a name that translates as “safe anchorage” is a port like no other in the world. Surrounded by rugged mountains and arid desert, and bursting with historic charm, Muscat is an elegant destination made for those who love a cultural adventure. A fusion of old and new, the city features a mix of both high rise blocks and 16th Century forts and it remains as Oman’s gastronomic hub for fine, authentic Omani cuisine. With a long waterfront dotted with great places to eat and the eastside peppered with traditional markets, it’s the perfect city to enjoy a culturally immersive travel experience.
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Highlights of Muscat
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
This famous mosque is the city’s biggest attraction. Construction began in the early 1990s and the size of the mosque is so vast that it can hold up to 20,000 people at any one time!
Bait al Zubair
Visit the private museum of Bait al Zubair to learn more about Oman’s heritage and history. The museum features regular exhibitions as well as seasonal events dedicated to the country’s rich culture.
Sultan's Armed Forces Museum
Located inside the Bait Al Falaj Fort, which dates back more than 150 years, the Sultan's Armed Forces Museum is a fantastic attraction featuring military hardware and other memorabilia on display.
Royal Opera House Muscat
The beautiful Opera House complex includes a modern concert hall, an auditorium, stunning landscaped gardens, a cultural market, an art centre and a choice of fine dining restaurants. The building also lights up at night, making it perfect for photo opportunities.