Muscat: Amazing Muscat City Tour Full Day with Omani Guide

Muscat: Amazing Muscat City Tour Full Day with Omani Guide

Name: Muscat: Amazing Muscat City Tour Full Day with Omani Guide
Address: Oman

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Discover the rich history and culture of Muscat on a guided city tour. Visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Souq, Corniche, Fort, Palace and the Museum.

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Highlights

Discover the rich history and culture of Muscat on a guided city tour
Admire the stunning architecture of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Stroll along the Muttrah Corniche and explore the bustling Muttrah Souq
Learn about the history of the city
See the coastal forts of Mirani, Jalali and Mutrah

Description

Discover the highlights of Muscat on a guided city tour. Visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, stroll along the Muttrah Corniche, and explore the bustling Muttrah Souq. Admire the stunning Al Alam Palace and the Royal Opera House, and take in the views from Muttrah Fort. Start your tour at the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, a stunning architectural masterpiece featuring a massive prayer hall, intricate mosaics, and the world’s second-largest handwoven carpet. Open to non-Muslims during the morning hours, it offers a peaceful ambiance for visitors to explore Oman’s Islamic heritage. From the Mosque, proceed to the old part of Muscat city: The Muttrah souk – a traditional Omani market. The souk offers a wide range of goods, especially typical Omani souvenirs like Frankincense, the Omani Dagger or Khanjar, and beautiful silver handicrafts and Pashmina shawls. Take a coastal walk at Muttrah Corniche, which is a picturesque waterfront in Muscat, offering stunning views of the harbor and the surrounding mountains. Visit the 16th-century Muttrah Fort, perched on a hill overlooking the harbor. Explore its historic watchtowers and enjoy panoramic views of Muttrah and the Gulf of Oman. Stop for lunch at Bait Al Luban in Muttrah, a traditional Omani restaurant offering an authentic dining experience with local flavors and spices. (Lunch will be additional cost) The next stop is The National Museum which showcases Oman’s rich cultural heritage with exhibits spanning from ancient artifacts to modern history. Its state-of-the-art galleries provide an immersive experience into the Sultanate’s art, culture, and maritime legacy. OR Bait Al Zubair Museum, which is a small-town house that has been converted to display the old archeological findings and Omani traditions such as national dress and jewelry Next, the Riyam Censer, is a large, striking monument designed to resemble a traditional Omani incense burner. (See while passing) From here we shall proceed to see the Sultan’s Palace, Al Alam Palace, known for its striking blue and gold facade. Although not open to the public, visitors can admire its stunning architecture from the outside. The coastal forts of Mirani and Jalali, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, stand as historic guardians of Oman’s coastal cities. These forts symbolize the strategic importance of Muscat during the Portuguese rule. Royal Opera House will be a photo stop, or you can see on the way.

Includes

Bottled Water English Speaking Guide/Driver Guide

Important Information

Video cameras are not allowed in the museum / palace No sleeveless and no shorts are allowed inside the mosque for both men and women and Ladies must cover their head with a scarf when visiting religious places. Mosque is open for visitors every day from 8 am to 11 am except Friday. Most shops at Muttrah Souq are closed from 13:00-16:00 hrs. Lunch reservation is required , subject to the availability. To be paid at the restaurant.