Highlights of Muscat (Half-day City Tour)

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4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Muscat is considered the pulsating heart of Oman. Perhaps what striking about Muscat Governorate is the breathtaking intermingling of ancient culture and heritage and modern style.

What's Included

Pick up and drop off
Bottled water onboard
Air-conditioned Vehicle
English Speaking Guide
Gratuities
Entrance Fees

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Prior the trip, we will provide the guide details (name & contact no.).

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

    Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, one of the most beautiful architectural piece of work located in Wilayat (district) Bawshar is like a radiant lighthouse attracting its visitors to interact with the spirit of Islam as a religion, science and civilization. This mosque highlights its role as a scientific and intellectual source of knowledge across the Islamic world. The mosque was built over a period of 6 years from 1995 to 2001. Non-Muslims are allowed to visit the mosque every day, except Friday, from 8:00 until 11:00 am. Visitors are asked to dress modestly and in a way befitting places of worship (long pants or skirt and long sleeves top for women). Women are also required to cover their hair with shawl.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Mutrah Souq

    We continue by driving via waterfront corniche and visit Mutrah Souq, one of the oldest markets in Oman, dating back about two hundred years. Its antiquity has perhaps increased the extent of its beauty, magic and allure. You cannot see Mutrah Souq from the outside, as it stretched deep within the city.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Al Alam Palace

    outside photo stop at official residence of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos;

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mirani Fort

    The palace is an architectural marvel for both its design and its location between the twin Portuguese forts Mirani and Jalali (A brief photograph stop from outside only).

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Bait Al Zubair

    It displays Omani artefacts and collectables, including a group of conventional weapons, jewellery, clothing, household items and some old models representing Omani rural and urban environments

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Royal Opera House

    The opera house is located in Shati Al-Qurm district of Muscat, Oman. Built on the royal orders of Sultan Qaboos of Oman, the Royal Opera House reflects contemporary Omani architecture, and has a capacity to accommodate maximum of 1,100 people.(Outside photo stop)

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Old Muscat Tourism

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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
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Cancellation Policy

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

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