Muscat International Airport 14 min
Al Alam Palace (23 min) Landmark ceremonial residence of the sultan, noted for its facade with bright blue & gold columns. Sultan's Armed Forces Museum (15 min) Historical exhibitions on Oman's warfare & military, including vehicles, cannons, uniforms & more. Al Mirani Fort (19 min) Scenic outside views are offered of this big, historic fort in a strategic harborfront location. Mutrah Corniche (16 min) Curved waterside area offering paved paths & artful shelters, plus views of the water & mountains. Mutrah Souq (16 min) Long-running, old-fashioned bazaar featuring household goods, clothing, spices, antiques & more. Natural History Museum (7 min) Natural history, museum, and history Qurum Beach (12 min) Bait Al Zubair Museum (18 min) Cultural museum showcasing Omani relics, including weapons & costumes, plus a mini Omani village. Royal Opera House Muscat (9 min) Built in 2011, this Islamic-Italianate-style complex features a concert theater, gardens & more. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (8 min) Opened in 2001, this huge contemporary mosque features 5 minarets & room for 20,000 worshippers. Bait Al Baranda Museum (14 min) Cultural-history museum with folk art, maritime & geology exhibits, plus art programs for kids. The National Museum of Oman (19 min) Opened in 2016, this museum features exhibits on Oman's history & culture, plus a cinema. Children's Museum (9 min) Founded in 1990, this kids' science museum offers hands-on exhibits in a white-domed structure. Qurum Natural Park (12 min) Leafy spot with a lake, a rose garden & a small amusement park for kids, plus cafes & paved paths. Al Jalali Fort (25 min) Historic 1500s sea fort built by the Portuguese & used as both a jail & refuge for the Omani royals. |