Jal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Muttrah Souq showing interior views and shopping

Muttrah Souq

3.5/5(6 reviews)

This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.

Muttrah Souq
Muttrah Corniche

Muttrah Corniche

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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 culturally rich area.

Muttrah Corniche
Oman which includes a mosque

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Muscat’s main mosque is lavishly decorated with elaborate carvings, one of the world’s largest Persian carpets and colorful hibiscus flowers.

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Al-Bustan Palace

Al-Bustan Palace

3.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Al-Bustan with a stop at Al-Bustan Palace. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Al-Bustan Palace
Muscat featuring heritage architecture, theatre scenes and night scenes

Royal Opera House Muscat

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Royal Opera House Muscat
Muscat featuring modern architecture and a square or plaza

Qasr Al Alam Royal Palace

4/5(4 reviews)

The sultan’s official palace is a stunning example of contemporary Islamic architecture surrounded by lush gardens and the beautiful Mutrah Harbor.

Qasr Al Alam Royal Palace

Activities

From Al-Seeb: Dimaniyat Islands Boat Trip with Snorkeling

From Al-Seeb: Dimaniyat Islands Boat Trip with Snorkeling

AU$135
per adult
From Al-Seeb: Dimaniyat Islands Boat Trip with Snorkeling
Muscat: Daymaniat Islands Snorkeling Tour with Refreshments

Muscat: Daymaniat Islands Snorkeling Tour with Refreshments

AU$135
per adult
Muscat: Daymaniat Islands Snorkeling Tour with Refreshments
Wadi Shab

Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Private Day Trip+Lunch

AU$215
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Private Day Trip+Lunch
Muscat: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

Muscat: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

AU$72
per adult
Muscat: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour
Muscat City Tour and life with Omani Guy

Muscat City Tour and life with Omani Guy ( luxury car).

AU$159
per adult
Muscat City Tour and life with Omani Guy ( luxury car).
Muscat: 2-Hour Sunset Viewing Boat Tour

Muscat: 2-Hour Sunset Viewing Boat Tour

AU$111
per adult
Muscat: 2-Hour Sunset Viewing Boat Tour
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Our pick of the best Jal Hotel Deals

Sheraton Oman Hotel
Sheraton Oman Hotel
5 out of 5
Ruwi, Muscat
The price is AU$141 per night from 2 May to 3 May
AU$141
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (413 reviews)
"Great staff, food well presented ,good choice except a little limited for vegetarians. Hotel a little date but comfortable and well appointed"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Sheraton Oman Hotel
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
5 out of 5
Madinat Al Irfan, Airport Heights, Muscat, Muscat
The price is AU$244 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$244
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Al Mouj Marina and Almouj Golf are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
Incredible service Isolated location
"I was nervous coming to Oman but the hotel was so welcoming and the service is like a 5 star hotel. While close to the airport (maybe a 12 min ride roughly) there nothing in the area you can not walk to town or a restaurant be aware everything is a 15+ min taxi ride away and taxis are expensive"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
Grand Millennium Muscat
Grand Millennium Muscat
5 out of 5
Dohat al Adab Street Al Khuwair, Muscat
The price is AU$186 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$186
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Muscat Grand Mall and Oman Avenues Mall are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (362 reviews)
Great place
"Really positive and really great, would come back and recommend too"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Grand Millennium Muscat
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
5 out of 5
Muscat 114 Oman, Quron Beach, Muscat
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$448 per night from 14 May to 15 May
AU$448
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (367 reviews)
"We were upgraded to a fabulous 2 bed suite. The staff are amazing, so helpful. The restaurants produce high quality food. We’ve stayed in this hotel before and it is consistently a high quality experience. The downsides are low water pressure which meant showering takes a long time and the condition ..."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Platinum Hotel
Platinum Hotel
3 out of 5
Next to Oman Oil Petrol Pump, Al Khuwair, Muscat
The price is AU$85 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$85
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (221 reviews)
"Very good property to stay in! It was safe and there are restaurants nearby! The air conditioner worked great which is a bonus! The airport is close by and the staff was friendly! I did have to ask for a towel but they responded quickly! I traveled with my friend and as two female travelers we felt ..."

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2025

Platinum Hotel
W Muscat
W Muscat
5 out of 5
Al Kharjiya Street, Shatti Al Qurum, PO Box 248, Bareeq Al Shatti, Muscat, Muscat
The price is AU$398 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$398
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (189 reviews)
"Very relaxing"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

W Muscat
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Other neighbourhoods around Jal

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Bawshar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bawshar and surrounding area, you can visit Muscat Grand Mall and Oman Avenues Mall.

Bawshar
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Ghallah

While Ghallah isn't home to many top sights, Gala Wentworth Golf Club and Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ghallah
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Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah

3/5(1 area review)

Check out the beaches, spas and restaurants while spending some time in Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Oman Avenues Mall or Muscat Grand Mall.

Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah
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Al Khuwair

5/5(1 area review)

Al Khuwair is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Oman Natural History Museum, a top place to visit in the area.

Al Khuwair
Muscat which includes a coastal town

Azaiba

2/5(1 area review)

Azaiba is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and Oman Avenues Mall if you have time to explore the area.

Azaiba
Shatti Al Qurum featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a beach

Shati Al Qurum

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Shati Al Qurum

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