Private Tour

Private Half-Day Muscat City Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

Visit the Grand Mosque, discover the great carpet 21 tons, 28 colors, discover the chandelier 14 meters length Swarovski Crystal, Visit the inspiring Royal Opera House and discover Omani architecture, Visit Mutrah Fish and Vegetables market where locals paying and selling fresh fish and seafood, visit Mutrah Souq, Visit Bait Al Zubair Museum that tells the civilization and culture of Oman and the history of Royal Family, and more sights you will visit.

Places & Sights you'll visit:

- Grand Mosque

- Ministries & embassies Area

- Al Qurum Beach

- Muttrah Fish & Vegetables Market

- Mutrah Souq

- Bait Al Zubair Museum

- Al Alam Palace

- Twin Fort of Jalai & Mirani

- Royal Opera House

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not stroller accessible

Infant must not sit on laps

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Taxes

Bait Al Zubair Museum entry fees

Transportation by Air-Conditioned Vehicle 4WD or Saloon

Hotels, Port, Airport, Residence pick up & drop off

Royal Opera House entry fees

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

The Grand Mosque been built on a site occupying 416,000 m2 (4,480,000 sq. ft.) and the complex extends to cover an area of 40,000 m2 (430,000 sq. ft.), the Grand Mosque was inaugurated by Sultan of Oman on May 4, 2001, five minarets have been built around the premises of the Mosque the main minaret (90 meters, 300 ft.) in height. The prayer hall is square in shape and 74.4 by 74.4 meters (244 by 244 feet) has a central dome rising to a height of 50 meters (160 ft.) above the floor, the dome is embellished spectacularly from the inside and it's a major tourist attraction in itself, the main Musalla (Prayer Room) can hold over 6500 worshippers, the major design of the interior is the prayer carpet which covers the floor of the prayer hall, it contains, 1,700,000,000 knots, weighs 21 tons and took four years to produce, and brings together the classical Persian Tabriz, Kashan and Isfahan design traditions 28 colors in varying shades were used.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Mutrah Fish Market

From Grand Mosque on the way to the fish market we drive through the ministries and embassies area also we drive through the marvelous beach street, visit the fish and Vegetable Market, local peoples paying and selling fresh fish and seafood.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private Half-Day Muscat City Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

4.93

45 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Highlights of Muscat in relaxed atmosphere. Ali is a very experienced guide who takes the time for you and explains everything well.
edwinvN9205IO,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ali is a fantastic guide who speaks excellent English and knows how to explain everything about Muscat, Omani history and culture. It was a very valuable experience. I think I've seen more in half a day than most people have seen in two days. This tour is highly recommended.
Muscat Half Day Tour
Bibian v,
Apr 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We made a tour led by guide Haroun! A very friendly man who also taught us a thing or two about the customs of his country!
Oman, country of kind people
693soniar,
Jan 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a half-day private visit with Haroun who proved to be a good guide and a kind person. With us there were our children of 4 and not even a year and the latter was not very cooperative for the duration of the tour but Haroun was never impatient and indeed was really cooperative even helping us in the management. All the stops were beautiful and interesting, I recommend the trip absolutely!
Great tour to get to know Muscat!
Jörg G,
Jan 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful tour with our private guide who told us everything we needed to know about Muscat and Oman! We would recommend the tour at any time and book again!
Great day in Muscat
mlw0lters,
Dec 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Haroun picked us up on time at the ship and led us to the highlights of the city. Informative and cheerful
Amazing tour
antonrW2855SK,
Dec 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing guide - friendly well informed and great to spend the day together. Clean car, good communication. Very helpful
Excellent way to see the best of Muscat!
Deki2000,
Dec 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent tour with a knowledgeable and friendly guide. Haroun was very professional and showed us the best of Muscat. Definitely recommended!
A great Private Half Day tour with a special Guide
Kpwstead,
Nov 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did a half day city tour with Jafaar (he has a great sense of humor); He treated us to the best sites and is extremely knowledgeable about the city. He shared with us culture, tradition and gave us a greater understanding of Oman. How the country is developing and the beauty built out of a desert is amazing. All the sites we visited are well worth a visit
Great tour thru Mascat
Steiner64,
Nov 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Haroun made a great job. As driver and guide, he showed us in a friendly and competent way the highlights of Mascat. Many thanks
A great way to see city destinations in just a few hours!
Penny M,
Nov 13, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Jaafar was an excellent and knowledgeable guide! We went to the Grand Mosque and observed the wonderful architecture of the buildings. In addition, we went to the fish market and fruit/vegetable market and by the Al Alam Palace for pictures. We adjusted the stops and he was very understanding and accommodating. His love for the city and country are clear. He was very warm and caring and helped us have an excellent t tour!