Muscat Hills Travel Guide
Muscat
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Popular places to visit
Muttrah Souq
This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.
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 relaxing area.
Qurum Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Qurum Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Muscat. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Muscat: Guided Walking Tour of Corniche, Souq & Mutrah Fort
Muscat: Daymaniat Islands Snorkeling Trip with Brunch
eSIM: Airalo Middle East and North Africa Package
Muscat: City Highlights Tour with Optional Transfers
Muscat: Wakeboarding Session at Al Mouj Marina
Top hotels in Muscat Hills
Tivoli LA VIE Muscat Hotel & Residences
Parkside Plaza Hotel - Muscat
W Muscat
"excellent hotel, services and staff - start to finish, well deserving of their exceptional rating status."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Golden Tulip Muscat
"Great staff, central location and amazing breakfast! You do need a car though, to get around."
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
InterContinental Muscat by IHG
"Usually the check in time at 3 pm , I arrived to hotel at 9:30 am . I spoke with front end person and I explained to him I arrived too early from long trip . my room was not ready but the person in front end offer me temporary room until my room ready . . staff in the hotel very helpful , working ..."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
"Best staff and best room"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Muscat Hills
Al Mouj
While visiting Al Mouj, you might make a stop by sights like Al Mouj Marina and Al Mouj Golf.
Azaiba
Azaiba is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex and Oman Avenues Mall if you have time to explore the area.
Al Mawalih North
While Al Mawalih North may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Markaz Al Bahja Mall and Al Mouj Marina.
Al Mawaleh South
If you're spending some time in Al Mawaleh South, Muscat City Centre Shopping Mall and Sahwa Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Ghallah
While Ghallah isn't home to many top sights, Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex and Oman Avenues Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah
Check out the beaches, spas and restaurants while spending some time in Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Oman Avenues Mall or Muscat Grand Mall.
