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Tourist Attraction

Old Muscat (Heritage District)

2-3 hours Muscat Family-friendly
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Old Muscat (Heritage District) is a top attraction in Muscat, Oman.

Duration
2-3 hours

About

Historic district containing Al Alam Palace, museums, forts, and traditional architecture.

Visitor Notes

Includes Al Jalali & Al Mirani forts, National Museum, and palace area.

Location

Available Tours

Discover guided tours that include this attraction

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From35 OMR/ per person
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From65 OMR/ per person
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5-Day Itinerary (Muscat-Al Dakhiliyah-Muscat)

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From320 OMR/ per person
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Private Muscat half-day tour

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and 3 more

From15 OMR/ per person
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Cultural and Heritage Tour of Muscat City

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and 5 more

From50 OMR/ per person
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From60 OMR/ per person
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From12.5 OMR/ per person
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From18.75 OMR/ per person
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From9 OMR/ per person
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Muscat: Private City Guided Tour

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From10.5 OMR/ per person
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Explore Muscat ( Journey Through Culture, History, and Adventure )

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From11.25 OMR/ per person
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From18.75 OMR/ per person
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Muscat City Tour

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and 4 more

From12 OMR/ per person
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City tour

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and 3 more

From25 OMR/ per person

Available Guides

Local guides available near this attraction

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5 yrs

Salim

Oman’s culture and heritage.

English · Arabic

From38 OMRwhole group
Photo of Yusuf, a local guide
10 yrs 4x4

Yusuf

English · Arabic

From38 OMRwhole group
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Sedan

Bader

English · Arabic

From38 OMRwhole group
Photo of Abdulmalik, a local guide
4x4

Abdulmalik

The Travel Enthusiast

Spanish · Arabic

From38 OMRwhole group
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4x4

Noof

Nature lover, tourist attractions

German · English+1

From38 OMRwhole group
Photo of Naseeb, a local guide
4x4

Naseeb

passionate about tourism

Hindi · English+1

From38 OMRwhole group
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4x4

Abdullah

Luxury Oman Experience Guide

English · Arabic

From38 OMRwhole group
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4x4

Ahmed

Adventure and Exploration Tourism

English · Arabic

From38 OMRwhole group
Photo of Hisham, a local guide
Sedan

Hisham

Hiking enthusiast, foodie, history

English · Arabic

From38 OMRwhole group
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Marwan

History lover

English · Arabic

From38 OMRwhole group
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4x4

Khalfan

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English · Arabic

From38 OMRwhole group
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Aljulanda

English · Arabic

From38 OMRwhole group
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Mazin

English · Arabic

From38 OMRwhole group
Photo of Mohammed, a local guide
10 yrs

Mohammed

English

From38 OMRwhole group

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Hiking trails near Muscat

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Wadi Al Arbeieen

Quriyat

15.52 km ●●●●○
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Al Khairan Coastal Trail

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14.14 km ●●●●○
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Qantab Coastal Trail

Qantab

9.46 km ●●●○○
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Riyam-Mutrah Trail

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Sidab Coastal Trail

Sidab

5.89 km ●●●○○
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Bandar Khayran Coastal Trail

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Qaryat Al Ulya

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Seasons in this region

C
In season now

Cool Season in Northern Oman

October 1 to March 31
W
In season now

Wetland Birdwatching at Al Ansab & Al Qurm

October 1 to March 31
F
In season now

Flamingo Watching at Oman's Wetlands

October 1 to March 31
W
In season now

Winter Beach & Snorkelling Season

October 1 to April 30
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Starts in 24 days

Oman National Day

November 18 to November 19

Frequently asked questions

  • A visit to Old Muscat (Heritage District) takes about 2-3 hours.