Wadi Kabir Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Niranjan Joshi
Photo by Niranjan Joshi
Photo by Uwe Braun
Photo by Uwe Braun
Photo by Niranjan Joshi
Photo by Niranjan Joshi

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 Wadi Kabir Hotel Deals

Pioneer Hotel Apartments
Pioneer Hotel Apartments
4.5 out of 5
An Nuzhah St, Muscat, Muscat Governorate
The price is AU$234 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$234
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Muscat. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Al-Bustan Roundabout and Marina Bandar ...
Pioneer Hotel Apartments
Sheraton Oman Hotel
Sheraton Oman Hotel
5 out of 5
Ruwi, Muscat
The price is AU$141 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$141
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 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! (411 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$268 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$268
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 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! (58 reviews)
"Ther are very generous for kids."

Reviewed on 3 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$187 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
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! (360 reviews)
"Good location. Helpful staff. Great stay."

Reviewed on 15 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
The price is AU$408 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$408
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 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! (366 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 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$85
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 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
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Other neighbourhoods around Wadi Kabir

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Ruwi

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Ruwi. You might consider stopping by Sultan's Armed Forces Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Ruwi
Muttrah Souq showing signage

Muttrah

Unique features of Muttrah include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Muttrah Souq or Muttrah Corniche while you're exploring the area.

Muttrah
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Qurm

The beaches and abundant 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.

Qurm
Muscat showing a square or plaza, heritage architecture and night scenes

Shati Al Qurum

If you're spending some time in Shati Al Qurum, Qurum Beach and Royal Opera House Muscat are top sights worth seeing.

Shati Al Qurum
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 Qurum Beach or Royal Opera House Muscat might round out your trip.

Shati Al Qurum
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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

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