Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Tours and Activities

See the highlights of Muscat in the company of a guide on this half-day tour. Depart from your hotel in a private vehicle and head out into the city. Stop by the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Opera House in the Al Qurm neighborhood, Mutrah Market, Al Alam Palace, and more. As you explore, learn about the city from your guide.

This half day tour will give you a unique chance to get a light touch to the history, culture and heritage of Oman covering the main attraction of the capital of the country.

With some Omani snacks and refreshments this amazing combination trip will head first to the Royal Opera House of Muscat, then Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, The Fish Market (Mutrah) OR Mutrah Traditional Souk , and then to Al Alam Palace. At the end of this trip you will be familiar enough with Omani culture, some of Omani history, and you will have a good memory of the how Mutrah Souk is amazing!!

Experience the highlights of Muscat on a half-day private tour. With a local guide, visit important sites and landmarks such as Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Amouage perfume factory, Muttrah (the city’s old commercial center), Al Alam Palace, Fort Al-Mirani, and more. You will also enjoy views of the Shangri-La fjords and the mountains near Jebel Sifah along the way.

Muscat is the capital and the largest city of Sultanate of Oman, with us (Muscat Advanced Tourism ) you will enjoy by visiting this beautiful places after meeting our Omani Guides ( Depart Muscat continue drive to Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and gain insight into Islamic architecture and tradition. Leaving the mosque, then continue drive to the Opera House after that , continue drive to Muttrah souk. Then Our next stop is the magnificent Al Alam Palace in old Muscat which is the official Palace of his Majesty Royal Highness Sultan Qaboos. Then we will continue drive to forts Mirani & Jalali. Then we will visit the Bait Al Zubair Museum, after finishing will continue drive to the hotel )

Your guide will meet you at your hotel, the airport, or the harbor to begin this private guided tour, highlighting some of Muscat’s cultural attractions. Visit the stunning Grand Mosque, the collection of weapons, costumes, artifacts, and replica village at the Bait al Zubair museum, followed by a drive through Old Muscat where you’ll see the Al Jalali and Mirani forts. Round out your morning strolling through the various souks.

This half-day tour in the city starts in the morning taking you to the enlightening Sultan Qaboos Grande Mosque, experience Oman through time at the Bait AL Zubair, a trip to the Traditional Markets (Souks) at the Muttrah known for its Gold, Silver and Wooden Adornments and finally a walk around the Old Town of Muscat including a visit to the Al Alam Palace and16th Century Forts, Jalali and Mirani. Photo stop at the Royal Opera House if time allows.

View the highlights of Muscat without waiting for cabs or buses or walking in the heat on this half-day tour. Ideal for time-pressed visitors, it lets you see Muscat’s sights without hoppinh between them alone and with a guide to share their history. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, tour the Grand Mosque and Muttrah Souq, see the Al Alam Palace, and more. Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Get your bearings in Muscat and check out its highlights on this 4-hour city tour. Explore the best of this charming city, one of Arabia’s prettiest capitals, and soak in its setting wedged between the Al Hajar Mountains and Gulf of Oman. Visit Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, shop at Muttrah Souk, explore the Bait Al Zubair Museum, see the Sultan’s Palace, and more. Hotel pickup and drop-off, and entrance fees included.

We are proud of the Omani way of life and strives to ensure every guest visiting Oman through us gets to know the country in its full glory and go back as friends of Yalla and ambassadors of Sultanate of Oman.

Discover Muscat on your own, customize the tour according to your time and need. Time is very flexible.

We start tour visit of the Royal Opera House, Oman’s premiere venue for musical arts and culture! next our guide will take you to the Grand Mosque, standing her in stately grandeur. Admire one of the most beautiful and extravagant modern mosques in the world, with a blend of Islamic, Middle Eastern and Omani architectural styles. Smell the odor of the perfumes at the Amouage Factory! Name as the home of the world’s most valuable perfume! From there we continue the tour to the famous fish and vegetable market in Muttrah and MuttrahSouq! Explore the traditional souq with its mix of old and new handcrafts. . Enjoy a relaxing walk along the Corniche and at the Sultan’s Palace, surrounded by the 16th Century Portuguese forts of Jalali and Mirani. One of our last stops today is the Bait Al Zubair Museum, learn about the Omani culture and the Sultanate´s history. Qantab, a lonely situated fisherman´s village is our first stop after the lunch break. Continuing to Bandar Khayran,

Itinerary: 7:30am-8:00am hotel pick up - Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque - Muttrah Fish Market & Muttrah Corniche - Qasr Al Alam Palace - Bait Al Zubair Museum 2pm drop off at hotel Additional information : Light refreshment included - Child ticket: Age 0-12 - Dress code: Loose long trousers or long skirts, long sleeves and a head scarf for ladies. No shorts for men - Photography of government buildings, police, or military installations are not allowed

This is private city tour for a small group. It is a rather quick and informative tour that covers all the iconic spots within the city. we offer a separate 4WD or Salon car and an experienced guide that shows you the city of Muscat inside out. we make sure you visit all the important and iconic places withing the city.

You will be accompanied by a local, certified and professional guide who is flexible and ready to answer and meet all your need... He will explain to you everything about Omani culture, and show you the best spots on Muscat...

Get to know Muscat at night on a private 4-hour evening tour and enjoy the wonderful weather and atmosphere, with a knowledgeable local driver-guide. Sightseeing by foot and air-conditioned vehicle, hear about the Omani capital’s history as you absorb the twinkling buildings, waterfronts and souks set against the dusky mountains. See the illuminated domes of Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, witness the beautiful views along Muttrah Corniche, browse Muttrah Souk and view Al Alam Palace before having dinner at a local restaurant.

A sightseeing tour around Muscat, the capital of Oman, is a great chance to soak up the Arabic atmosphere and explore the city where the ancient architecture and monuments are combined with the modern life. *Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Sultan Quboos mosque dress code and behaviour No smoking, eating, or drinking inside the mosque area. Dress code for men is long-sleeve shirts, long trousers, no shorts. ... Dress code for women is long trousers or skirts, long-sleeve shirts or tops, nothing tight, headscarf (important). *Royal Opera House *Muttrah Souq *Mutrah Fort. *Al Alam Palace

Explore Muscat, learn more about Oman history and culture Places & Sights you'll visit: Grand Mosque Al Qurum Beach Fish Market Mutrah Market Al Zubair Museum Al Alam Palace Private Half-day Muscat city tour. Learn more about the culture and the history of Oman. Pick up and Drop off your Hotels, Port (For shore excursions passengers), Airport, Residence. All fees and taxes included.

The city of Muscat, at various times in history under the rule of the Persians, Portuguese and Ottomans, became the capital city of Oman in 1793. This rich history today results in a beautiful multi-cultural city, with ancient forts, palaces and souq along Muttrah Corniche existing alongside examples modern Islamic architecture, such as the Royal Opera House and the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.

Our first stop in the morning is the Sultan´s Quaboos Grand Mosque. Admire there the 12m long chandelier and get an impression of Omani´s religion (Opening hours: From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Saturday till Thursday). Explore at your next stop the exotic fish, fresh fruits and colorful vegetables at the traditional market in Muttrah. Feel free to mingle with the crowd and don’t forget to negotiate.Only a few meters from there you enter the famous MuttrahSouq where you will find a countless mix of Omani handcrafts, enjoy the oriental sound and smell the gold of Oman “Fragrances”. ​ We drive along the beautiful Corniche to Old Muscat, where we stop for memorable picture of the Sultan's Palace which is surrounded by the Portuguese forts of Jalali and Mirani. At the Bait Al Zubair Museum you get an exclusive chance to get informative information about the Omani culture and their history.

Tour : Muscat city tour  full day Duration : 8 Hours Location : Muscat

DESCRIPTION An excursion to the most characteristic and traditional corners of Muscat, from souks to museums, to discover the true heart of the city.   WHAT WE WILL SEE • The Grand Mosque (open from 8 am to 11 Pm-we will visit from 8:30 am to 10:30 am) • Packed lunch on the beach (from 12 pm to 01 pm) • Royal Opera House Photo Stop (Photo stop from 2 pm to 2:30 pm) • The Muttrah suk (from 4 pm to 10 pm-we will be visit from 4 pm to 5 pm) • Al-Alam Palace (Photo stop at 5 pm) • Exterior of the fort of Al-Jalali

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Visiting the top high light sightseeing in Muscat Grand Mosque Al Qurum Beach Fish Market Mutrah Market Al Zubair Museum Al Alam Palace • Private Half-day Muscat city tour • Learn more about the culture and the history of Oman • Pick up and Drop off Hotels, Port (For shore excursions passengers), Airport, Residence • All fees and taxes Included