Highlights of Muscat (Half-day City Tour)

Muscat, Oman
Duration4h - 5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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

What to expect

  1. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
    45m
    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.
  2. Mutrah Souq
    45m
    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.
  3. Al Alam Palace
    10m
    outside photo stop at official residence of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos;
  4. Mirani Fort
    10m
    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).
  5. Bait Al Zubair
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    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
  6. Royal Opera House
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    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)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

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

Additional information

  • 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

Cancellation policy

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