2-Day Luxury Itinerary in Muscat

  • Day 1: Royal Opera House Muscat
    20 minutes (12.7 km) from Muscat International Airport

    The Royal Opera House Muscat is a majestic venue recognized as the leading arts and culture organization in Oman. Enjoy the stunning Arabian architecture and luxurious interiors while watching a world-class musical or opera performance.

  • Day 1: Al Alam Palace
    15 minutes (6.2 km) from Royal Opera House Muscat

    The impressive Al Alam Palace is one of Oman's six royal residences and features an elegant façade adorned with gold and blue pillars, gates, and railings. Take a walk around the palace gardens, which is beautifully lit in the evenings.

  • Day 1: Mutrah Souq
    10 minutes (4.8 km) from Al Alam Palace

    The bustling Mutrah Souq is the oldest traditional market in Oman, where you can browse for authentic Omani handicrafts, textiles, jewelry, and spices. Bargain with the friendly local vendors for a memorable shopping experience.

  • Day 2: Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
    20 minutes (14.5 km) from Muscat Hills Resort

    The magnificent Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is the largest mosque in Oman and can accommodate up to 20,000 worshippers. Admire the intricate Islamic architecture and the famous crystal chandelier, one of the largest in the world.

  • Day 2: Bait Al Zubair Museum
    15 minutes (10.1 km) from Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

    The Bait Al Zubair Museum showcases Oman's rich cultural heritage through a collection of traditional costumes, weapons, jewelry, handicrafts, and photographs. Learn about Oman's fascinating history from ancient times to the present day.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Royal Opera House Muscat (2 hours, OMR 25)
  • Al Alam Palace (1 hour, free admission)
  • Mutrah Souq (2 hours, varies on individual purchases)
  • Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (1 hour, free admission)
  • Bait Al Zubair Museum (2 hours, OMR 3)
  • Total estimated costs: OMR 28

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the Al Jalali and Al Mirani forts or the Oman National Museum. You can also take a sunset cruise on a dhow to see the beautiful coastline of Muscat. However, if you have less time, you can skip Mutrah Souq or Bait Al Zubair Museum.

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