HD Muscat City Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful capital of Muscat, nestled in the middle of a labyrinth of brown pleated mountains, lulled by the Arabian Sea. As you walk through this city you will appreciate a perfect combination of old and new. Although Muscat has undergone spectacular development in recent decades, it never lost its heritage and culture. Enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful capital of Muscat, nestled in the middle of a labyrinth of brown pleated mountains, lulled by the Arabian Sea. As you walk through this city you will appreciate a perfect combination of old and new. Although Muscat has undergone spectacular development in recent decades, it never lost its heritage and culture.Highlights- See the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, a modern architectural gem - Stroll through the narrow alleys of the lively Muttrah Souk - Learn more about the culture and history of Oman at the Bait Al Zubair Museum Start the tour with a visit to the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, a modern architectural marvel of different styles that houses some jewels, such as a spectacular Persian carpet and an incredible chandelier. Continue with a drive through the ministry area and admire a number of modern buildings with touches of Islamic architecture. Next, visit the fish market and the bustling Muttrah souk. In its narrow covered alleyways where the aroma of different exotic spices, coffee, ancient remedies and tempting perfumes fill the air. Continue with a stop at the Bait Al Zubair Museum. Here you will find a valuable collection of ancient artefacts, from weapons, household utensils, costumes, and more that offer an insight into the history and culture of Oman. Before the tour comes to end, enjoy a photo stop at the magnificent Al Alam Palace, the official residence of Sultan Qaboos, flanked by the twin Portuguese forts, Mirani and Jalali. Redeem informationVoucher type: PrintedPrinted Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity. LocationStart point: Pick-up from hotels in Muscat. Please call 24 hours in advance to confirm the pick-up time and location. Please ensure you arrive at the pick-up location at least 15 minutes in advance.End point: Same as the starting pointScheduleOpening dates09:00 - 13:00Closing dates FridayDuration: 4 HoursGuide optionsGuide type: Guide