City Breaks in Muscat
Muscat, the Middle Eastern gem is the capital and largest city of Oman that attract visitors from all corners of world to explore its mystical Arabian traditions. Now more accessible to visitors than ever before, guests can enjoy a hassle free stay in Muscat while taking in city’s diverse attractions during short city breaks. With the city divided into three main districts – Muscat, Matruh and Ruwi it is important for visitors to choose wisely as to which area they want to stay as all of them are full of fascinating attractions and plentiful of accommodation options for comfortable stay of its guests.
Airline tickets to Muscat introduce you to Oman’s mellow capital city that represents traditional Oman, contrasting with buzzing fast developing Ruwi and Qurm. Even the first time visitors to Muscat will quickly be enthralled by how fun and fascinating Muscat really can be.
If you want to visit this buzzing city then do visit it during the festivals then you will experience the best of Oman crafts, music, cuisines and dances. The people of Muscat know how to celebrate. Here are just few highlights that you shuld include in your Muscat weekend breaks.
Best of Muscat city breaks include
- Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque - Muscat is home to third largest mosque in the world. Beautiful polished marble floors and magnificent modern architecture represents glorious culture of Muscat. Muslims pray here. The complex also welcomes non-Muslims as well from 8:00am to 11:00 daily, excluding Friday.
- Mutrah Souk - The place is no less than a paradise for shoppers. This is the best place to get unique Omani –made craft or enjoy spectacular food of Arabian city. Labyrinthine and crowded with jewellery , crafts and freshly caught fish, this is a wonderful place to enjoy some moments over here.
- Al-Riyam Park - Those who want an escape from bustling city life, then Al-Riyam Park is a pefect site or them to enjoy picnics and to enjoy beauty of harbor. Spare some time from your hectic schedule and do visit this park to feel relaxed and rejuvenated.
- Ghala and Al-Ghubrah - This incredible architecture is a treasure to the people of Muscat. Grand and majestic without exaggerated opulence from outside, with a stunning prayer hall is major attraction among visitors.
- Qasr Al Alam Royal Palace - It is a stunning place and office to ruler of Oman , sultan Qaboos is a wonderful sight to behold. While you cannot enter, you can marvel at the architecture and snap some pictures at the entrance. This is a special treat for visitors from countries without royal palaces.