11 days in Muscat Itinerary

The capital and largest city of Oman, the coastal city of Muscat boasts numerous historical sites and pristine modern developments.

Shop till you drop at Mutrah Souq and Muscat Grand Mall. Do some cultural sightseeing at Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and The National Museum of Oman. Get out of town with these interesting Muscat side-trips: Nakhal Fort (in Nakhl) and Yitti Beach (in Yiti). Next up on the itinerary: kick back and relax at Qurum Beach, browse the different shops at Muscat City Centre, examine the collection at Bait Al Zubair, and stroll through Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve.

To see ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Muscat vacation planner.

In January, daily temperatures in Muscat can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.