Location: Muscat
Top Things to do in Muscat
6 Beaches in Muscat That You Shouldn't Miss
Muscat (Arabic: مسقط, Masqaṭ pronounced [ˈmasqatˤ]) is the capital and largest metropolitan city of Oman. It is also the seat of government and largest city in the Governorate of Muscat. Muscat is also considered as a Global City. According to the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), the total population of Muscat Governorate reached 1.28 million as of September 2015. The metropolitan area spans approximately 3,500 km (1,400 sq mi) and includes six provinces called wilayats. Known since the early 1st century CE as an important trading port between the west and the east, Muscat was ruled by various indigenous tribes as well as foreign powers such as the Persians, the Portuguese Empire and the Ottoman Empire at various points in its history. A regional military power in the 18th century, Muscat's influence extended as far as East Africa and Zanzibar. As an important port-town in the Gulf of Oman, Muscat attracted foreign tradesmen and settlers such as the Persians and the Balochis. Since the ascension of Qaboos bin Said as Sultan of Oman in 1970, Muscat has experienced rapid infrastructural development that has led to the growth of a vibrant economy and a multi-ethnic society.
Restaurants in Muscat
1. Pebble Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By imtiaz76 - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
If you wish to visit a beach which has pebbles instead of the usual sand, then, this is the place. True to its name. you will find pebbles of different shapes, sizes and colors. Nature at its best.
2. Al Sifah Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 147 reviews
Reviewed By fabrice-bahrain
Very nice beach located south of Muscat. Empty place where the see is beautiful with very nice colors.
3. Ras Al Hamra Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Ras Al Hamra Golf Club is an 18 Hole golf facility situated in the center of Muscat Oman. It is close to all the major hotels and downtown. It is situated 30 Mins from the International airport and 10 mins from Sultan Qaboos Port. We are the only Floodlit golf course in Oman that give you the experience of playing golf at night. We are open all year round from 7am till 11pm daily.
4. Qantab Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 336 reviews
Reviewed By 523janeh
We had a wonderful time in a small suite over looking the beach. The people of Qanrab were friendly and helpful. The beach and water was very nice. A local fisherman took us for a boat ride to a private beach where we spent the day.
5. Qurum Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,461 reviews
Reviewed By 666abbasz
Beautiful soft sandy beach with beautiful sunset A must see Take in a coffee or a meal on the beach Watch people walk run play beach football or make sand castles ... It's an incredibly beautiful place for everyone
