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Muscat City Tour: Discover Old and New Muscat
4.0
4 Ratings
Muscat
Explore the contemporary and historical Muscat, Oman, and immerse yourself in Omani culture.
Experience a variety of locales that will undoubtedly enhance your understanding and expand your knowledge.
Explore the contemporary and historical Muscat, Oman, and immerse yourself in Omani culture.
Experience a variety of locales that will undoubtedly enhance your understanding and expand your knowledge.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque - The first stop on the Muscat City Tour is the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, a stunning architectural masterpiece featuring a massive prayer hall, intricate mosaics, and the world’s second-largest handwoven carpet. Open to non-Muslims during Morning hours, it offers a peaceful ambiance for visitors to explore Oman’s…
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Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque - The first stop on the Muscat City Tour is the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, a stunning architectural masterpiece featuring a massive prayer hall, intricate mosaics, and the world’s second-largest handwoven carpet. Open to non-Muslims during Morning hours, it offers a peaceful ambiance for visitors to explore Oman’s Islamic heritage.
You can visit the mosque from inside in the morning except on Friday. The dress code needs to be followed (full length trousers, shirt covering the arm and a head scarf for the ladies). - Mutrah Souq - From the Mosque, proceed to the old part of Muscat city: the Muttrah Souq - a traditional Omani market. The Souq offers a wide range of goods, especially typical Omani souvenirs like Frankincense, the Omani Dagger or Khanjer and beautiful solver handicrafts and “Pashmina shawls”.
- Mutrah Corniche - This is the largest corniche in Oman and is very popular tourist site, with Mutrah Souq, is a picturesque waterfront in Muscat, offering stunning views of the harbor and the surrounding mountains. Walk and admire the natural beauty of the surroundings.
- Riyam Censer - The Riyam Censer, is a large, striking monument designed to resemble a traditional Omani incense burner. (See while passing)
- The National Museum - The National Museum is a state of the art museum that was opened in 2016. It is a comprehensive museum about the history, culture, and tangible and intangible Omani culture. The museum is masterfully curated with a collection of actual Omani antiquities as well as custom made models of castles and significant landmarks.
- Al Alam Palace - At the heart of Old Muscat, is Al Alam Palace (translated as flag palace), is the most important of all royal residences of the Sultan. The palace, built in 1972, is a flamboyant example of contemporary Islamic design. The palace is not open to public but you can get a good view of the facade from the iron gates in the front.
- Mirani Fort - Mirani Fort, built by the Portuguese, stands directly behind Al Alam Palace. Entrance inside is permitted with an entrance ticket.
- Al Jalali Fort - Jalali Fort, built by the Portuguese, is located on the opposite side of the harbor. It is not accessible for the public. You can see this from outside as a photo stop.
- Shati Al Qurum - Qurum Beach Corniche in Muscat is a popular coastal spot featuring a long, sandy beach and a scenic promenade. It’s ideal for leisurely strolls, picnics, and enjoying the serene views of the Arabian Sea.
- Royal Opera House - The Royal Opera House is a premier cultural venue known for its stunning architecture and world-class performances. It hosts a range of events, including opera, ballet, and concerts, showcasing both international and Omani talent. You can visit this from inside, with entrance ticket.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water on board
- Climate-controlled vehicle
- Private transportation
- Bottled water on board
- Climate-controlled vehicle
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- All Entrance tickets
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- All Entrance tickets
Location
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Sultan Qaboos St,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Mrs
Feb 27, 2023
Best Tour Ever - The tour company was very professional. I had a great time in Muscat. Will visit again soon with this tour company
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Bhavini_p
Dec 13, 2022
Great mosque trip. - We are group of 8 People traveling Muscat. We were 4 in each car. The guide was in one car and we transitioned back and forth. The guide was very knowledgeable and curtious He knew his history. I would recommend this trip and especially the Mosque which was magnificent.
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Mirandar952
Jun 25, 2022
Best Tour Guide - Khalifa (+968 9923 2645) was one of the best tour guides we have ever had. Not just in Oman but elsewhere. Punctual. knowledgeable, experienced, informative, excellent English, extremely hospitable and a very safe and considerate driver- everything a guide should be.
We have been to Muscat many times, but this time we decided to have a guided tour and it was well worth every Rial, for the insights and service we received.
We went to the Sultan Kaboos Mosque, the fish Market. Mutrah Souk in the old city, the Royal Palace, the Parliament, the Opera House, a traditional Omani sweet store, lookout in the mountains and the beach. And then the piece de résistance, he hosted us for a sensational Omani lunch at his place.
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Elizabeth_p
Oct 2, 2022
Total rip off - Knowing we would be in Muscat on a Friday, I was reluctant to book a tour as in Muslim countries usually everything is closed. So I went on the live chat to inquire and was reassured that the tour would proceed and everything would be as normal.
Of course, when the guide collected us and started driving us around, the only thing open was the Souk for shopping ( which we were not interested in doing ). He drove us around for about 2 hours pointing out a few landmarks and museums, all of which were closed, and we were back at the hotel after approximately 2 hours. We paid over $400 for this tour. A complete rip off. I have written to the tour operator for a refund. I doubt this will be forthcoming.
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