Muttrah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Muttrah Souq featuring signage
Muttrah Souq featuring markets, a city and shopping
Muttrah Souq showing nightlife, shopping and night scenes
Muttrah Souq showing interior views and shopping
Muttrah Souq showing shopping and interior views

Popular places to visit

Muttrah Souq showing interior views and shopping

Muttrah Souq

This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.

Muttrah Souq
Muttrah Corniche

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.

Muttrah Corniche
Oman which includes a mosque

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.

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Al-Bustan Palace

Al-Bustan Palace

Al-Bustan Palace is just one of the places to see in Muscat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Al-Bustan Palace
Muscat featuring heritage architecture, theatre scenes and night scenes

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.

Royal Opera House Muscat
Muscat featuring modern architecture and a square or plaza

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.

Al Alam Palace

Activities

Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Full-Day Tour

Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Full-Day Tour

NZ$249
per adult
Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Full-Day Tour
Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket

Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket

NZ$42
per adult
Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour

Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour

NZ$133
per adult
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Al Qurum Sunset Kayaking

From Muscat: Al Qurum Sunset Kayaking

NZ$43
per adult
From Muscat: Al Qurum Sunset Kayaking
Oman eSIM Data

Oman eSIM Data

NZ$5
per adult
Oman eSIM Data
Coastal & Sunset Boat Trip

Muscat: Coastal and Sunset Boat Trip

NZ$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Muscat: Coastal and Sunset Boat Trip
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Our pick of the best Muttrah Hotel Deals

Mutrah Hotel

Mutrah Hotel

2 out of 5
Mutrah Street, Jibro, Muscat
Stay at this hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Sultan's Armed Forces Museum and Muttrah Souq are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (170 reviews)
"A little loud because of bar downstairs but it’s manageable. Overall a simple but pleasant stay"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2023

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Mutrah Hotel
InterContinental Muscat by IHG

InterContinental Muscat by IHG

5 out of 5
Al Kharjiya Street, Al Shati Area, PO Box 398, Muscat
The price is NZ$225 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
NZ$225
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (266 reviews)
"Amazing stay & even better location. Right on the beach and 15 minute drive from anything"

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

InterContinental Muscat by IHG
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

5 out of 5
PO Box 1998, Muscat
The price is NZ$702 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$702
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (378 reviews)
"I recently stayed at Al Bustan palace , and I couldn’t have been more pleased with the experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff was warm, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. The check-in process was smooth, and the room was clean, spacious, and tastefully decorated. Overall, it was a relaxing ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Sheraton Oman Hotel

Sheraton Oman Hotel

5 out of 5
Ruwi, Muscat
The price is NZ$138 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$138
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (441 reviews)
"Friendly staff, decent location, really liked the indoor pool."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Sheraton Oman Hotel
Royal Tulip Muscat

Royal Tulip Muscat

4 out of 5
Al Marafah Street, Way No. 238, Al Ghoubra, Muscat, Muscat Governorate
The price is NZ$112 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$112
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (203 reviews)
"It’s a great place in middle of everything"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Royal Tulip Muscat
Jumeirah Muscat Bay

Jumeirah Muscat Bay

5 out of 5
Saraya Bandar Jissah SAOC, PO Box 605, PC 115, Muscat
The price is NZ$475 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$475
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (157 reviews)
"Staff were super attentive and helpful. Thank you to Muriel at Reception, Deepak and Edwin in the Premium Lounge and Rung at the Talise spa. Room was spacious and everything refilled every day. We've stayed at a few 5 star hotels, this is among the best."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Jumeirah Muscat Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Muttrah

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Ruwi

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Ruwi. You might consider stopping by Sultan's Armed Forces Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Ruwi
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Wadi Kabir

The mountain views and cafes are just a few features travellers like about Wadi Kabir. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Muttrah Souq and Muttrah Corniche are a few top places to visit.

Wadi Kabir
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Qurm

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Qurm. A stop by Qurum Beach or PDO Oil & Gas Exhibition Centre might round out your trip.

Qurm
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Al-Bustan

While visiting Al-Bustan, you might make a stop by sights like Marina Bandar Al Rowdha and Al-Bustan Roundabout.

Al-Bustan
Shatti Al Qurum featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and rocky coastline

Shati Al Qurum

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Shati Al Qurum
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Barr Al Jissah

The beaches, restaurants and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Barr Al Jissah. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Qantab Beach or Marina Bandar Al Rowdha.

Barr Al Jissah

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