[2025 Muscat Attraction] Travel Guide for Mutrah Souq (Updated Feb)

Recently, I just came back from a trip to Oman, and I have to give a lot of praise to this niche yet extremely chill country. Speaking of natural scenery, there are deserts, hills, wetlands, oases, seas, and streams here, which can be said to be very rich in layers; Speaking of urban landscapes, there is the Arabian version of 'Monument Valley' Nizwa Ancient City, the pure white city of Muscat, and the romantic and cozy seaside town of Sur. The most important thing is that Oman offers a 14-day visa-free policy for Chinese passports, so you can totally have a spontaneous trip~ ▫️ ✨Transportation: ✈️Flights: There used to be direct flights from Guangzhou to Muscat (Oman Air), but they have not resumed yet. Usually, flights from China transfer in Dubai or Bangkok; we transferred in Bangkok from Chengdu. 🚗City transportation: Take Muscat as an example, this city is not big, and buses and taxis can cover all the attractions in the city, but the fares are relatively expensive. We rented a car for the entire trip, which made it more convenient to travel in Muscat and its surroundings. Moreover, the fuel here is indeed cheap, roughly calculated to be about 4 yuan, so if conditions permit, it is recommended to rent a car. ▫️ ✨Attractions: ✔Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque: It is the largest mosque in Oman and the third largest mosque in the world. The symmetrical architecture is very impressive, and the pure white marble floor is very grand. Remember to follow the dress code when visiting; women need to wear headscarves, long sleeves, and long skirts/pants, and men also need to wear long pants! ⚡️Note: Opening hours are from 8 am to 11 am, Saturday to Thursday, closed all day on Friday. 🎫Ticket: Free ▫️ ✔Mutrah Fort: The best place to overlook the Gulf of Oman, it is recommended to watch the sunset here. Standing on the top of the castle, looking at the tranquil Gulf of Oman and the pure white houses, you will feel very peaceful. 🎫Ticket: 2 OMR ▫️ ✔Mutrah Souq: Located next to Mutrah Fort, this market offers a lot of interesting local specialties, such as spices, fridge magnets, traditional clothing, carved wooden ornaments, etc. If you find something you like, don't forget to bargain. Generally speaking, the locals are quite nice and easy to talk to. ▫️ ✔Chedi Muscat: If you find staying at this hotel too expensive, you can consider coming for afternoon tea. The hotel is designed by the famous Jean Michal Gathy, combining oriental charm with local elements. It is worth a visit for those interested in architectural design. ▫️ ✔Rozna Restaurant: This castle restaurant is quite unique, replicating the architectural style of Nizwa Ancient City. Walking inside feels like entering the world of One Thousand and One Nights. The portions here are quite large, so be careful not to order too much. The taste is quite good, and camel meat is a specialty here.

#getgoing2025 As an Afghan traveler, I found the Mutrah Souq to be a fascinating blend of tradition and culture, much like the bazaars back home. It’s one of the oldest markets in the region, and its lively energy and historic charm instantly made me feel connected to the place. The souq is a labyrinth of small shops selling everything from frankincense to traditional Omani garments. I found myself drawn to the handcrafted silver jewelry and khanjars, which reminded me of the intricate designs of Afghan artisans. The friendly shopkeepers made the experience even more memorable—they were eager to share stories about their crafts and traditions. What I Bought: • A small box of frankincense, which reminded me of the scents often used in Afghan homes. • A traditional Omani cap (kumma) as a unique souvenir. • A woven scarf, perfect as a gift for family back home. What to Know Before You Go: • Similarities to Afghanistan: The bargaining culture is very similar, so don’t hesitate to negotiate politely. • Best Time to Visit: Evenings are perfect, as the souq comes alive with lights and activity. • Nearby Spot: After exploring, head to Mutrah Corniche for fresh seafood and tea by the water.

#2024旅行回顧 馬斯喀特日瓦(Nizwa)馬托拉市集(Muttrah Souq)。這個市集有200多年歷史，頗有名氣，基本上每個遊客都會去。這裡是老城區，蜿蜒的巷弄中充滿了各式各樣的攤販，販賣著古董、傳統織品和香料等。在市集中，還可以品嘗了當地的椰棗，香甜的味道讓我們對阿曼的美食更加好奇。至於亞曼是乳香之國 ～乳香是一種植物香料，它是從一種樹上採集下來的樹脂，是許多宗教儀式上的聖物。 市集有很多阿曼的獨特手工藝品，可以慢慢行慢慢揀。旁邊有很多餐廳及美麗海灣，市場入口牌樓亦是旅行團集合點。

Visiting the old forts and castles in Oman, the history is really rich and diverse ❤️

#Overseas travel #Oman #Mutrah Souq 🇴🇲 Mutrah Souq, Oldtown I introduce Mutrah Souq, where you can see various souvenirs while traveling in Oman. It was fun to look around the colorful souvenirs that remind you of Arabia and Sindbad. When I travel abroad, I collect magnets, and there were so many pretty magnets that it took a long time to choose. Also, I found the unique traditional Omani accessories and items that seem to appear in Sindbad fun. It would be good to charter a taxi, take a city tour, and then go to the last course to choose souvenirs. I recommend Mutrah Souq, a good place to buy souvenirs in Oman 💙

Muttrah Market, is the most interesting and worthwhile market in Muscat, filled with rich Arabian style, gathering all kinds of interesting novelties Not only tourists, but locals also love to shop here The labyrinth-like alleys gather all kinds of goods, fabrics, spices, decorative ornaments, look carefully and you will find your favorite goods to take home Entering the market, the familiar perfume smell of the Middle East hits your face It also mixes with various Arabian spice smells, the vendors are very enthusiastic to wave at me, maybe they see me, a girl, shopping, they are all trying hard to wave to attract my attention What I am most interested in are all kinds of fridge magnets, and an antique shop, making old-style silverware, slowly shopping, I really found a lot of treasure trinkets, I love it too much This is also a place where local women like to shop for clothes, the custom-made robes are very colorful, I saw a noble long cannon suit for about 600rmb Tips: 1️⃣You can pay cash or card at the market💰 2️⃣You must bargain, there are many shops selling the same goods, compare three shops~