Half Day Muscat Tour: Explore Sultan's Grand Mosque and Traditional Markets
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93 Ratings
Muscat
Embark on a half-day tour of Muscat and immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Oman. Visit the stunning Sultan's Grand Mosque, explore traditional markets, and learn about Omani culture at the Bait Al Zubair Museum.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque - Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is one of those attractions that you have to visit if you are coming to Muscat. It is one of the most beautiful and extravagant modern mosques in the world
What's Included
  • Refreshments including water and soft drinks
  • Fuel-included vehicle for transportation
  • Professional tour guide services
What's Not Included
  • Fort and Museum entry tickets
  • Personal expencess
Additional Information

Start your day with a visit to the majestic Grand Mosque of Sultan Quaboos, where you can marvel at the 12m long chandelier and get a feel for Oman’s religious nature (Open from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, excluding Fridays). Subsequently, immerse yourself in the vibrant setting of Muttrah’s conventional market flooded with an array of exotic fish, fresh fruits, and colorful vegetables. Blend with the locals, and remember bargaining is part of the experience. Just a short distance away is the renowned Muttrah Souq, a treasure trove of Omani handicrafts. Bask in the eastern aura and scent of Oman’s ‘Fragrances’.

Following this, we cruise along the picturesque Corniche heading to Old Muscat for a noteworthy photo-stop at the Sultan’s Palace, nestled between the Portuguese fortresses of Jalali and Mirani. Our visit to Bait Al Zubair Museum provides an incredible opportunity to gain insights into Omani culture and its historic past.

Location
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Sultan Qaboos St,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Jet54072408515
May 11, 2024
Wonderful tour guide ! - We had the pleasure of going on a half day city tour with tour guide Sameer. He was knowledgable and patient. Not only did he drive us around in comfort, he told us so much about Oman and all the sights that we saw. I would highly recommend him if you are looking for a friendly guide in Oman.
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Mohamedhassanb76
May 7, 2024
Khalid the man ! - Our experience with Wabar Tours exceeded all expectations. Khalid, our driver and guide, was truly outstanding. His deep knowledge of the history and culture of the region enriched our journey immensely. Khalid's hospitality was unmatched, making us feel not just like tourists, but like honored guests. The private tour allowed us to explore at our own pace, and Khalid's flexibility ensured we didn't miss any highlights. From start to finish, Wabar Tours and Khalid provided a flawless and unforgettable experience. We can't recommend them highly enough!
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Garyc2727
May 3, 2024
Amazing trip - Amazing driver/guide - My daughter (15yrs old) and I did the half day Muscat private tour with our driver and guide, Khalid. It was superb. Khalid tailored the trip to our needs, and re-jigged the order to give us the best experience. From the moment we got into his car (and he asked what temperature we wanted the car to be set at), with drinks and snacks in front of us, we were looked after like royalty. We saw the fish market, the fruit & veg market, then went to the Grand Mosque, the Opera House, one of the old Souqs and then saw some of the royal and governmental buildings. All the time, Khalid gave us incredibly knowledgable information about everything we past, the buildings, the history, the topography. It was 5 hours of permanent information, and all so very interesting. All thanks to Khalid. Everything we saw was amazing, but it was the way Khalid personalised the tour for us, and in particular for my daughter that made it so special. He was so attentive, so caring and truly made sure she did and saw everything she wanted, including finding the things she wanted to buy in the Souq (and helped her barter!) The Grand Mosque was probably our favourite visit, but everything was really interesting. It was the perfect trip. Thank you Khalid.
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Abigailm869
Apr 4, 2024
Half day tour with Khalid - A great tour from Khalid, informative, happy guide answering all our questions with good knowledge of his country. Felt relaxed and looked after, with no pressure.
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Yisgedullish
Mar 2, 2024
Excellent guide - I cannot express how much I enjoyed the tour, primarily due to samr’s guidance and thorough knowledge of the major sites . Samr not only provided excellent historical narrative of the sites we visited, but also listened to my wishes and concerns and adapted the program as needed. You cannot go wrong with choosing to tour with Samr.
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Silviacv5935ee
Feb 16, 2024
Great experience! - We booked a Muscat city tour and Khalid was our guide. We were very pleased as not only his knowledge about the city is great but he also is very kind and helpful to navigate the more traditional areas. We visited the Sultan Mosque, the Royal Opera House, the Souk and the Sultan Palace. Khalid was very patient and organised and made our experience very pleasant. He helped us communicate with the locals and explore the Souk, while explaining local customs throughout the tour. Would recommend if you’re in the city! Thank you Khalid
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Jessaminea2024
Jan 28, 2024
Weekend fun in Oman - Day 2 and last day of our trip. Still our tour guide from day 1, we decided to take one last look around Oman and explore more. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is very solemn and picturesque. Although its only half day, its still worthwhile. Thank you once again to Mohammed for accommodating us on our journey.
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241monica
Dec 30, 2023
Perfect experience - Wabar tour is truly exceptional. Perfect organization! From the first contact, fast response, maximum availability and flexibility in organizing the tour. Driver Muhammed very good, nice and reliable. Excellent guide! All very comfortable. Absolutely honest prices. Comfortable and spacious car. I highly recommend you rely on Wabar tours if you come to Oman. My family and I asked for a guide and driver for three days including airport/hotel transfer and everything was perfect. But also great for organizing day tours!!! Thank you Wabar tours!
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Dhruvachaturvedi
Dec 27, 2023
Dolphin Show & Muscat city tour - We had a beautiful city tour & Dolphin Show along with Obaid , he is wonderful person & Guide,highly recommend.
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Anjanak472
Dec 12, 2023
Muscat day tour - I went with Mr Saif. I had an amazing time.The views were good.Great places.It’s a must do experience and don’t miss it
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