Bawshar Travel Guide

Muscat

Photo by Huthaifa Hammoudeh
Photo by Huthaifa Hammoudeh

Popular places to visit

Muttrah Souq showing interior views and shopping

Muttrah Souq

4/5(38 reviews)

This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.

Muttrah Souq
Muttrah Corniche

Muttrah Corniche

4.5/5(34 reviews)

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 culturally rich area.

Muttrah Corniche
Oman which includes a mosque

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

5/5(46 reviews)

Muscat’s main mosque is lavishly decorated with elaborate carvings, one of the world’s largest Persian carpets and colorful hibiscus flowers.

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Al-Bustan Palace

Al-Bustan Palace

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Al-Bustan Palace is just one of the places to see in Muscat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Al-Bustan Palace
Muscat featuring theatre scenes, heritage architecture and night scenes

Royal Opera House Muscat

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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.

Royal Opera House Muscat
Muscat showing modern architecture and a square or plaza

Al Alam Palace

4.5/5(34 reviews)

The sultan’s official palace is a stunning example of contemporary Islamic architecture surrounded by lush gardens and the beautiful Mutrah Harbor.

Al Alam Palace

Things to do

Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket

Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket

Rp412.825
per adult
Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket
Grand Mosque

Budget Friendly Muscat city tour

Rp809.137
per adult
Budget Friendly Muscat city tour
Muscat Evening City Tour

Muscat Evening City Tour

Rp627.494
per adult
Muscat Evening City Tour
Parasailing tour

Parasailing tour in Al Mouj Muscat

Rp943.718
per adult
Parasailing tour in Al Mouj Muscat
Picture 5 for Activity Daymaniat islands Tour

Muscat: Daymaniat Islands Tour

Rp1.733.865
per adult
Muscat: Daymaniat Islands Tour
Muscat: 2-Hour Sunset Viewing Boat Tour

Muscat: 2-Hour Sunset Viewing Boat Tour

Rp1.155.910
per adult
Muscat: 2-Hour Sunset Viewing Boat Tour
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Top hotels in Bawshar

InterContinental Muscat by IHG

InterContinental Muscat by IHG

5 out of 5
Al Kharjiya Street, Al Shati Area, PO Box 398, Muscat
The price is Rp1.637.729 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
Rp1.637.729
Rp2.018.827 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (269 reviews)
"Amazing stay & even better location. Right on the beach and 15 minute drive from anything"

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

InterContinental Muscat by IHG
Sheraton Oman Hotel

Sheraton Oman Hotel

5 out of 5
Ruwi, Muscat
The price is Rp1.070.822 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp1.070.822
Rp1.320.002 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (442 reviews)
"Friendly staff, decent location, really liked the indoor pool."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Sheraton Oman Hotel
Royal Tulip Muscat

Royal Tulip Muscat

4 out of 5
Al Marafah Street, Way No. 238, Al Ghoubra, Muscat, Muscat Governorate
The price is Rp949.220 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp949.220
Rp1.170.104 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (203 reviews)
"It’s a great place in middle of everything"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Royal Tulip Muscat
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

5 out of 5
PO Box 1998, Muscat
The price is Rp4.828.780 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp4.828.780
Rp5.952.513 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Muscat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (378 reviews)
"I recently stayed at Al Bustan palace , and I couldn’t have been more pleased with the experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff was warm, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. The check-in process was smooth, and the room was clean, spacious, and tastefully decorated. Overall, it was a relaxing ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Aloft Muscat

Aloft Muscat

4 out of 5
396 Ghala, Al Azaiba South, Muscat, Muscat Governorate
The price is Rp629.644 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
Rp629.644
Rp778.157 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and Madinat ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
Amazing deserves more than 5 stars
"Thank you very much, the hotel is super great. Have stayed in 5 star hotels before , yet this hotel is way better. Just amazing."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Aloft Muscat
Levatio Suites Muscat, a member of Radisson Individuals

Levatio Suites Muscat, a member of Radisson Individuals

4 out of 5
Panorama Mall, Muscat, Muscat Governorate
The price is Rp839.861 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
Rp839.861
Rp1.035.296 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Muscat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Panorama Mall and Mohammed Al Ameen ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (207 reviews)
"Overall stay is wonderful."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Levatio Suites Muscat, a member of Radisson Individuals
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Other neighbourhoods around Bawshar

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Al Khuwair

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

Al Khuwair is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Oman Natural History Museum, a top place to visit in the area.

Al Khuwair
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Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah

4/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah
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Ghallah

While Ghallah isn't home to many top sights, Gala Wentworth Golf Club and Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ghallah
Muscat which includes a coastal town

Azaiba

3.5/5(12 area reviews)

Azaiba is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and Oman Avenues Mall if you have time to explore the area.

Azaiba
Shatti Al Qurum featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a beach

Shati Al Qurum

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Shati Al Qurum. A stop by Royal Opera House Muscat or Qurum Beach might round out your trip.

Shati Al Qurum
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Qurm

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Qurm. A stop by Qurum Beach or PDO Oil & Gas Exhibition Centre might round out your trip.

Qurm

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