Muscat Hills Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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
Muscat: Evening Guided City Highlights Tour by Van
Muscat: City Highlights Tour with Optional Transfers
Muscat: Group City Tour with Pickup and Lunch or Dinner
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Muscat Hills
Royal Tulip Muscat
Breakfast was nice but the same options were served daily
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
Great service, delicious breakfast!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Muscat
Excellent amenities. Very spacious rooms. Breakfast was a delight.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Sheraton Oman Hotel
I had an excellent stay at the Sheraton. All staff were lovely and so helpful. I would definitely return again
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Radisson Collection Muscat, Hormuz Grand
Very nice hotel. Rooms are very clean and organized. Staff is very courteous. Overall an excellent place to stay.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
InterContinental Muscat by IHG
Relaxing
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Muscat Hills
Al Mouj
While visiting Al Mouj, you might make a stop by sights like Al Mouj Marina and Al Mouj Golf.
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.
Al Mawalih North
While Al Mawalih North may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Markaz Al Bahja Mall and Al Mouj Marina.
Al Mawaleh South
If you're spending some time in Al Mawaleh South, Muscat City Centre Shopping Mall and Sahwa Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Jal
While there might not be top attractions in Jal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex and Panorama Mall.
