Popular places to visit
Muttrah Souq
This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.
Muttrah Corniche
Explore the great outdoors at Muttrah Corniche, a lovely green space in Muscat. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this relaxing area.
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Muscat’s main mosque is lavishly decorated with elaborate carvings, one of the world’s largest Persian carpets and colorful hibiscus flowers.
Al-Bustan Palace
Al-Bustan Palace is just one of the places to see in Muscat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Royal Opera House Muscat
From ballet, jazz and opera to luxury shopping and ornamental gardens, you’ll find plenty to do at one of Oman’s premier cultural centers.
Al Alam Palace
The sultan’s official palace is a stunning example of contemporary Islamic architecture surrounded by lush gardens and the beautiful Mutrah Harbor.
Things to do
Muscat: City Highlights Tour with Optional Transfers
Muscat Dolphin Watching & Coastal Sightseeing Tour
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Ruwi
Sheraton Oman Hotel
Clean and spacious room. Staff were very accommodating. Amira was excellent and extremely helpful. She made sure every need we had was sorted
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025
Haffa House Hotel
Staff were so-so. Not super friendly. Room was clean, though a bit spartan.
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
Itlalat Al Shorouq Hotel
Staff was wonderfully helpful and kind. Great place to stay.
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
Al Jisr Hotel
Golden Tulip Headington Ruwi
Good room and staff friendly but my previsit communications went unanswered and the tv didn't work. Good in-house dining available.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2024
Royal Tulip Muscat
Very clean room. Great staff.
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ruwi
Muttrah
Unique features of Muttrah include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Muttrah Souq or Mutrah Fort while you're exploring the area.
Wadi Kabir
Wadi Kabir is well-liked for its mountain views and cafes. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Muttrah Souq and Muttrah Corniche are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Qurm
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Qurm. A stop by Qurum Beach or PDO Oil & Gas Exhibition Centre might round out your trip.
Al-Bustan
While visiting Al-Bustan, you might make a stop by sights like Marina Bandar Al Rowdha and Al-Bustan Roundabout.
Shati Al Qurum
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Shati Al Qurum. A stop by Royal Opera House Muscat or Qurum Beach might round out your trip.
Al Khuwair
Visitors highly recommend Al Khuwair for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Oman Natural History Museum while you're in town.
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