Bawshar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Huthaifa Hammoudeh
Photo by Huthaifa Hammoudeh

Popular places to visit

Muttrah Souq showing interior views and shopping

Muttrah Souq

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

Muttrah Souq
Muttrah Corniche

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 culturally rich area.

Muttrah Corniche
Oman which includes a mosque

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.

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Al-Bustan Palace

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 relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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

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.

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

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.

Al Alam Palace

Activities

Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket

Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket

AU$38
per adult
Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket
Muscat Evening City Tour

Muscat Evening City Tour

AU$58
per adult
Muscat Evening City Tour
Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Full-Day Tour

Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Full-Day Tour

AU$228
per adult
Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Full-Day Tour
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour

Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour

AU$122
per adult
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Evening Muscat City Tour

Budget friendly Evening Muscat City Tour

AU$77
per adult
Budget friendly Evening Muscat City Tour
From Muscat 1 Hour: Self Drive ATV Adventure in Wadi Al Rak

From Muscat 1 Hour: Self Drive ATV Adventure in Wadi Al Rak

AU$152
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
From Muscat 1 Hour: Self Drive ATV Adventure in Wadi Al Rak
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Our pick of the best Bawshar Hotel Deals

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 AU$205 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
AU$205
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (266 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
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 AU$640 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$640
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our 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
Sheraton Oman Hotel

Sheraton Oman Hotel

5 out of 5
Ruwi, Muscat
The price is AU$126 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$126
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (441 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 AU$98 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$98
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (203 reviews)
"It’s a great place in middle of everything"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Royal Tulip Muscat
Jumeirah Muscat Bay

Jumeirah Muscat Bay

5 out of 5
Saraya Bandar Jissah SAOC, PO Box 605, PC 115, Muscat
The price is AU$450 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$450
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (157 reviews)
"Staff were super attentive and helpful. Thank you to Muriel at Reception, Deepak and Edwin in the Premium Lounge and Rung at the Talise spa. Room was spacious and everything refilled every day. We've stayed at a few 5 star hotels, this is among the best."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Jumeirah Muscat Bay
Aloft Muscat

Aloft Muscat

4 out of 5
396 Ghala, Al Azaiba South, Muscat, Muscat Governorate
The price is AU$74 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
AU$74
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, 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
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Other neighbourhoods around Bawshar

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Al Khuwair

5/5(1 area review)

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

3/5(1 area review)

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 showing a coastal town

Azaiba

2/5(1 area review)

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 rocky coastline

Shati Al Qurum

4/5(2 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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