Jal Travel Guide
Muscat
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 romantic area.
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.
Al-Bustan Palace
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 family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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
Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Full-Day Tour
Muscat: City Highlights Tour with Optional Transfers
Alia Gallery Admission Ticket & Guided Tour
Muscat City Tour -Half-Day- Mystic Muscat
Top hotels in Jal
Royal Tulip Muscat
Lovely big quiet room, good breakfast and very friendly and helpful staff. Good location too, and very reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
great service and spacious rooms
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat
Very friendly staff and location for chilling by the beach and pool. If you are into acrivities then diving a must at the Daymanyit Islands. Food I would say it’s lowest point although ok, lacked variety.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Sheraton Oman Hotel
The location was easy to find and situated perfectly for visiting Muttrah (fort, souq, coastline). The service has been amazing, everybody was exceptionally friendly. We could even check in earlier! Food at breakfast, dinner and at the pool has been full of variety and always tasty. Rooms have always ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Aloft Muscat
Great hotel, the room was very clean and very well organized. Staff is excellent and treat everyone very well. I will definitely recommend this place.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
W Muscat
Great location with amazing views , 10/10 clean hotel with amazing food , every member of staff were so helpful and just couldn’t do enough, it was so nice that I’m looking to book for Xmas again
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Jal
Bawshar
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bawshar and surrounding area, you can visit Muscat Grand Mall and Oman Avenues Mall.
Ghallah
While Ghallah isn't home to many top sights, Gala Wentworth Golf Club 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.
Al Khuwair
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.
Azaiba
Azaiba is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Oman Avenues Mall and Muscat Grand Mall if you have time to explore the area.
Shati Al Qurum
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.
