Be amazed by the grandeur of the vast Al Alam Palace and a heritage that mixes
Persian and Portuguese influences on your Muscat city break. Haggle in
Muttrah's bustling souk market and take a break with a fresh fruit
juice. Wander along the sandy beaches cooled by the sea breeze and hear the call to
prayer as you explore Muscat's lively city streets. Take a boat tour to watch
dolphins frolic in the turquoise sea.
Dining and unwinding on Muscat city breaks
Give into the temptation of fresh bread and grilled meat in Muscat's old
city. Just try and resist the wonderful seafood or fragrant curries at
Muscat's restaurants, mostly found in the hotel restaurants. After sunning
yourself and snorkelling at Muscat's beaches, cool off on your city break
with a freshly squeezed mango juice.
Special places to stay in Muscat
Muscat spreads out along the turquoise Gulf of Oman coast. How about staying
in a palatial beach resort on your Muscat city break? You can opt for a boutique
hotel in lush gardens. Or stay in Muscat's atmospheric harbourfront
Corniche, at Muttrah. From here, you'll be a short walk
from Muscat's most exotic souk market and beautiful old merchant
houses.
Things to do on Muscat city breaks
Explore mosques, palaces and forts on your Muscat city break. Snorkel or sunbathe at
one of Muscat's beaches. Learn about the city of Muscat's
5000-year history at the Bait Al-Zubair heritage museum and gaze in awe at
the blue and gold façade of Muscat's Al Alam Palace, the
cermonial palace of Sultan Qaboos of Oman. Soak up the buzz in the souks (markets)
and wander the city's waterfront Corniche. You can even watch
camel-racing on a Muscat city break.
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