Muttrah Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Muttrah Souq
This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.
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.
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.
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 Alam Palace
The sultan’s official palace is a stunning example of contemporary Islamic architecture surrounded by lush gardens and the beautiful Mutrah Harbor.
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.
Activities
Muscat Dolphin Watching & Coastal Sightseeing Tour
eSIM: Airalo Middle East and North Africa Package
2 Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Muscat
Our pick of the best Muttrah Hotel Deals
Mutrah Hotel
A little loud because of bar downstairs but it’s manageable. Overall a simple but pleasant stay
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2023
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
Overall, it was a great place; however, the hotel is located in an area with very limited access to city life. It’s far from the city, and nearby amenities and activities are quite limited.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
InterContinental Muscat by IHG
Big hotel with great garden and pool right on the beach. Lovely place to relax. Great gym. Nice cafes just next door if you want to get away from hotel food.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Royal Tulip Muscat
Excellent stay all around. The room was lovely, the staff was kind, the breakfast was delicious, and the pool was fabulous. Can’t fault it at all.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Amazing location, facilities and service
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Kempinski Hotel Muscat
Staff were excellent. We unfortunately didn’t get the room booked but a big shout out to Laith who went above and beyond to find us a different suitable room and offered us complimentary dinner and wine to compensate us for difference. We appreciated him doing his best to make our stay enjoyable. ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Muttrah
Ruwi
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Ruwi. You might consider stopping by Sultan's Armed Forces Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Wadi Kabir
The mountain views and cafes are just a few features travellers like about Wadi Kabir. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Muttrah Souq and Muttrah Corniche are a few top places to visit.
Qurm
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Qurm. A stop by Qurum Beach or Qurum Natural Park might round out your trip.
Al-Bustan
While visiting Al-Bustan, you might make a stop by sights like Marina Bandar Al Rowdha and Al-Bustan Roundabout.
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.
Barr Al Jissah
The beaches, restaurants and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Barr Al Jissah. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Qantab Beach or Marina Bandar Al Rowdha.
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- Visit As Sifah
- Visit Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah
- Visit Al Khuwair
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- Muttrah Corniche
- Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Qantab Beach
- Qurum Beach
- Qurum Natural Park
- Royal Opera House Muscat
- Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
- Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex
