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.
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 family-friendly area, you can savour the 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.
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.
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: Daymaniat Islands Snorkeling Trip with Brunch
Muscat: City Highlights Tour with Optional Transfers
Muscat: Evening Guided City Highlights Tour by Van
Muscat: City Highlights Experience with Transfer
Top hotels in Muscat Hills
Tivoli LA VIE Muscat Hotel & Residences
Royal Tulip Muscat
Parkside Plaza Hotel - Muscat
InterContinental Muscat by IHG
Return visit with what continues to be a fantastic hotel. The staff are exceptional, the rooms spotlessly clean, the pool area very comfortable with ample loungers and breakfasts with excellent choices.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Muscat Gate Hotel
Great potential
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
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 Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex and Oman Avenues 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.
Ghallah
While Ghallah isn't home to many top sights, Oman Avenues Mall and Muscat Grand Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
