Muscat International Airport 18 min
Mutrah Souq (19 min) Long-running, old-fashioned bazaar featuring household goods, clothing, spices, antiques & more. Al Mirani Fort (22 min) Scenic outside views are offered of this big, historic fort in a strategic harborfront location. The National Museum of Oman (22 min) Opened in 2016, this museum features exhibits on Oman's history & culture, plus a cinema. Bait Al Zubair Museum (21 min) Cultural museum showcasing Omani relics, including weapons & costumes, plus a mini Omani village. Mutrah Corniche (19 min) Curved waterside area offering paved paths & artful shelters, plus views of the water & mountains. Sultan's Armed Forces Museum (18 min) Historical exhibitions on Oman's warfare & military, including vehicles, cannons, uniforms & more. Children's Museum (13 min) Founded in 1990, this kids' science museum offers hands-on exhibits in a white-domed structure. Qurum Beach (14 min) Royal Opera House Muscat (13 min) Built in 2011, this Islamic-Italianate-style complex features a concert theater, gardens & more. Al Jalali Fort (27 min) Historic 1500s sea fort built by the Portuguese & used as both a jail & refuge for the Omani royals. Al Alam Palace (26 min) Landmark ceremonial residence of the sultan, noted for its facade with bright blue & gold columns. Qurum Natural Park (15 min) Leafy spot with a lake, a rose garden & a small amusement park for kids, plus cafes & paved paths. Muscat Gate Museum (21 min) Exhibits on Omani history, architecture & development in a fortified gate on Muscat's old city wall. Natural History Museum (10 min) Natural history, museum, and history Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (10 min) Opened in 2001, this huge contemporary mosque features 5 minarets & room for 20,000 worshippers. |