Al Koudh Travel Guide
Muscat
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.
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.
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
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Al Koudh
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
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Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Royal Tulip Muscat
Very nice room, and very hospitable staff.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Kempinski Hotel Muscat
was excellent stay but the directions for the cascade pool / tennis courts wasn't great but other than that was legit
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
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
Radisson Collection Muscat, Hormuz Grand
Rooms were clean and excellent service from all the staff. Nikolat would clean our room everyday and would always go above and beyond. Good breakfast selection and variety.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Muscat
Fantastic staff, great breakfast and clean rooms
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Al Koudh
Al Hail North
While Al Hail North may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Al Mouj Marina and Muscat City Centre Shopping Mall.
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 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 Maabilah
Al Maabilah might not have many top sights, but Seeb Beach and Al Seeb Port are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Al Mouj
While visiting Al Mouj, you might make a stop by sights like Al Mouj Marina and Al Mouj Golf.
Muscat Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Muscat Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Muscat City Centre Shopping Mall and Al Mouj Marina.
