10 Things To See And Do When You Visit Muscat, Oman

8.) See the sperm whale at Muscat Natural History Museum

Whilst many of the museums in Oman centre on the country’s history and people, this Natural History Museum centres on the geology, wildlife, and landscape of this stunning area. Aside from the immense collection of fossils and taxidermy, there is also a magnificent Whale exhibit that houses a colossal skeleton of a sperm whale that was washed up on the coastline during the 1980’s.

If museums aren’t your thing, head out to the streets where you’ll find lots of small stalls to peruse.

9.) See the Muscat Gate

Located within the actual monumental city gate outside Muscat, this museum offers a combination of stunning architecture and informative exhibitions. The structure itself spans the quad carriageway that heads into Muscat and features immense stone archways. Inside the museum, you can find an interesting selection of displays regaling the history of the development of Muscat.

10.) Explore the Mutrah Souq

For an authentic shopping experience, head over to the commune of Mutrah and its Souq. Located just behind the Corniche, this bustling marketplace is bursting with a myriad of colourful stalls selling items of clothing, fresh fruit, pottery and other wares. The smell of incense will invade your nostrils and you will be amazed at the sheer amount of different goods available for sale.

The amazing smells of incense will actually invade your nose! Just make sure to take an extra bag with you, I guarantee you’ll buy lots whilst you’re here.