Muscat Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital of Oman
About Muscat
Wedged between the Arabian Sea and the rugged Western Hajar Mountains, the city referred to as Muscat is in fact several smaller towns which have grown together over time. These include oldMuscat(also known as the 'walled city'), site of the royal palace;Mutrah(also spelledMatrahorMatruh), once a fishing village and home to the labyrinthine Mutrah Souq; andRuwi, which is the commercial and diplomatic quarter of the city. The metropolitan area covers 3,500 km, and this tripartite division can be inconvenient for the visitor especially as much accommodation is a fair distance from sights of interest. Unlike other cities in the Gulf, notably in the UAE and Qatar, Muscat does not have an ultramodern skyline. Following the preferences of the Sultan, modern construction is required to adhere to
Top Attractions in Muscat
Explore the best things to see and do in Muscat:
- ★Al Ansab Wetlands
- ★Al Bustan Public Beach
- ★Al Ghubrah Public Beach
- ★Al Jalali Fort
- ★Al Mirani Fort
- ★Aquarium and Marine Science and Fisheries Centre
- ★Bait al-Baranda Museum
- ★Bait Al Makham
Where to Eat in Muscat
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Abu Naseha Coffee Shop مقهى ابو نصحه
- 🍴Al-exandria
- 🍴Al Fair Supermarket
- 🍴Al Haikal Bakery
- 🍴Al Haikal Restaurant
- 🍴Al Istanboly مقهي إسطنبولي
Where to Stay in Muscat
- 🏨Al Bustan Palace Hotel
- 🏨Al Falaj Hotel
- 🏨Al Waffa Hotel Flats
- 🏨Aywa Guesthouse
- 🏨Crown Plaza Hotel
- 🏨Crystal Suites
Muscat Travel Guide Sections
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