Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Muttrah Souq
This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.
Qurum Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Qurum Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Muscat. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Muttrah Corniche
Explore the great outdoors at Muttrah Corniche, a lovely green space in Muscat. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this culturally rich area.
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Muscat’s main mosque is lavishly decorated with elaborate carvings, one of the world’s largest Persian carpets and colorful hibiscus flowers.
Royal Opera House Muscat
From ballet, jazz and opera to luxury shopping and ornamental gardens, you’ll find plenty to do at one of Oman’s premier cultural centers.
Al Alam Palace
The sultan’s official palace is a stunning example of contemporary Islamic architecture surrounded by lush gardens and the beautiful Mutrah Harbor.
Activities
From Al-Seeb: Dimaniyat Islands Boat Trip with Snorkeling
Unforgettable 4x4 Trip to Nizwa & Arabia’s Grand Canyon
Muscat: City Highlights Experience with Transfer
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Our pick of the best Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah Hotel Deals
Royal Tulip Muscat
For the cost/night the hotel was beyond any criticism. Top value for money, great staff, clean. Gym is fantastic with a good pool area. Bed, biggest in the world!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Muscat Inn Hotel
Really great value, slightly odd location by the motorway which made walking to anywhere tricky, and tired fixtures and fittings (and noisy air con), but the staff were pleasant and helpful, the room was a good size with a desk/dressing table and armchair and coffee table, plus a small balcony, the ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Muscat Al-Ghubra
This is a good value hotel in a convenient location - with easy driving access to Muscat airport, city centre, beaches and Al Mouj harbour. There is a large mall and numerous Asian restaurants within walking distance. The hotel was clean, well managed and well maintained. Our room was large, clean ...
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
The Chedi Muscat
Simply the best hotel. Incredibly beautiful design, great facility, exceptional food service everywhere from front desk, pool bar, restaurant staff. We truly enjoyed our stay there.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Capital O 155 Dmas Hotel
Gulf Hotel Apartment
The whole building stinks from the reception to the individual rooms. The smell gave me headache. The chairs are dirty. The sheets are stained. The furniture is old.
Reviewed on 28 June 2023
Other neighbourhoods around Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah
Azaiba
Azaiba is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Oman Avenues Mall and Muscat Grand Mall if you have time to explore the area.
Al Khuwair
Al Khuwair is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Oman Natural History Museum, a top place to visit in the area.
Bawshar
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bawshar and surrounding area, you can visit Muscat Grand Mall and Oman Avenues Mall.
Jal
While there might not be top attractions in Jal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex and Panorama Mall.
Shati Al Qurum
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Shati Al Qurum. A stop by Royal Opera House Muscat or Qurum Beach might round out your trip.
Muscat Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Muscat Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Muscat City Centre Shopping Mall and Al Mouj Marina.
Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah Travel Guide
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- Sultan's Armed Forces Museum
- Muttrah Souq
- Muscat City Centre Shopping Mall
- Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Pdo Planetarium
- Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
- Qantab Beach
- Markaz Al Bahja Mall
- Mutrah Fort
- Marah Land
- Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex
- Al Mirani Fort
- Visit Al-Bustan
- Visit Qurm
- Visit Al Khuwair
- Visit Azaiba
- Visit Shati Al Qurum
- Visit Ruwi
- Visit Muttrah
- Visit Muaskar al Murtafiah
