Muscat International Airport 11 min
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. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (5 min)
Opened in 2001, this huge contemporary mosque features 5 minarets & room for 20,000 worshippers. Natural History Museum (8 min)
Natural history, museum, and history Bait Al Baranda Museum (17 min)
Cultural-history museum with folk art, maritime & geology exhibits, plus art programs for kids. Children's Museum (12 min)
Founded in 1990, this kids' science museum offers hands-on exhibits in a white-domed structure. Al Jalali Fort (28 min)
Historic 1500s sea fort built by the Portuguese & used as both a jail & refuge for the Omani royals. Qurum Natural Park (15 min)
Leafy spot with a lake, a rose garden & a small amusement park for kids, plus cafes & paved paths. Royal Opera House Muscat (12 min)
Built in 2011, this Islamic-Italianate-style complex features a concert theater, gardens & more. Mutrah Corniche (20 min)
Curved waterside area offering paved paths & artful shelters, plus views of the water & mountains. Al Alam Palace (26 min)
Landmark ceremonial residence of the sultan, noted for its facade with bright blue & gold columns. Qurum Beach (15 min) Mutrah Souq (19 min)
Long-running, old-fashioned bazaar featuring household goods, clothing, spices, antiques & more. Sultan's Armed Forces Museum (18 min)
Historical exhibitions on Oman's warfare & military, including vehicles, cannons, uniforms & more. Al Mirani Fort (23 min)
Scenic outside views are offered of this big, historic fort in a strategic harborfront location. | 
