Private Tour

Muscat City (Half Day Tour)

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

We will take you through the gorgeous city of Muscat where we will first visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque which, among a couple others, has one of the biggest 1-piece handmade Iranian carpet in the world. The carpet weighs a whopping 21 tons and can comfortably accommodate up to 20,000 worshippers. Shortly after, we will drive you around the ministries and the Royal Opera House area, then visit Qurum Beach Photo Stop then to the Muttrah Souk is next, where you can find various souvenirs. After we will show you the Al Alam palace, the official palace of his majesty.

2 Portuguese Forts, Al Jalali and Al Mirani are next on the itinerary. These forts are impressive to tour and explore. Various picture opportunities are available throughout the fortresses. Next, we visit one last palace. The palace of Al Bustan for some more exploring. Before we finish the tour, we will all stop at the parliament photo stop where you can capture some of the best memories in the city of Muscat.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

We will take you through the gorgeous city of Muscat where we will first visit the grand mosque (close on Fridays), among a couple others, is one of the biggest 1-piece handmade Iranian carpet in the world. The carpet weighs a whopping 21 tons and can comfortably accommodate up to 20,000 worshippers.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Royal Opera House

We will drive you around the ministries and the Royal Opera House area which is leading arts, and culture organization in the Sultanate of Oman. The vision of the Opera House is to serve as a center of excellence in global cultural engagement.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable