Bawshar

Muscat

Photo by Huthaifa Hammoudeh
Photo by Huthaifa Hammoudeh

Popular places to visit

Muttrah Souq showing interior views and shopping

Muttrah Souq

4/5(38 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(34 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

5/5(46 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

4.5/5(26 reviews)

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 relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Al-Bustan Palace
Muscat featuring a square or plaza, heritage architecture and night scenes

Royal Opera House Muscat

4.5/5(30 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 showing a square or plaza and modern architecture

Al Alam Palace

4.5/5(34 reviews)

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

Al Alam Palace

Things to do

Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Full-Day Tour

Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Full-Day Tour

RM609
per adult
Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Full-Day Tour
Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket

Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket

RM105
per adult
Oman Aquarium - Admission Ticket
Muscat Evening City Tour

Muscat Evening City Tour

RM160
per adult
Muscat Evening City Tour
Muscat: City Highlights Experience with Transfer

Muscat: City Highlights Experience with Transfer

RM231
per adult
Muscat: City Highlights Experience with Transfer
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour

Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour

RM336
per adult
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Oman eSIM Data

Oman eSIM Data

RM13
per adult
Oman eSIM Data
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Top hotels in Bawshar

ibis Muscat

ibis Muscat

3 out of 5
130 Al Azaiba Dohat Aladab Road, Al Khuwair, PO Box 1512, Muscat
The price is RM133 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
RM133
RM164 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Oman Natural History Museum ...
7.2/10 Good! (205 reviews)
Great value hotel and impeccable service
"Well located, clean and enjoyable hotel. A good location to explore different parts of Muscat. Clean rooms and facilities and excellent service. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

ibis Muscat
InterContinental Muscat by IHG

InterContinental Muscat by IHG

5 out of 5
Al Kharjiya Street, Al Shati Area, PO Box 398, Muscat
The price is RM832 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
RM832
RM1,160 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (285 reviews)
"We recently stayed at the InterContinental Muscat to celebrate our 37th wedding anniversary, and it was one of the most memorable hotel experiences we have ever had. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed so warmly and recognized as VIP guests, which immediately made us feel very special. To ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

InterContinental Muscat by IHG
Aloft Muscat

Aloft Muscat

4 out of 5
396 Ghala, Al Azaiba South, Muscat, Muscat Governorate
The price is RM219 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
RM219
RM271 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Madinat Al Irfan Theatre and Gala Wentworth ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (82 reviews)
"We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Aloft Hotel Muscat. From arrival, the hotel impressed us with its welcoming atmosphere, spotless cleanliness, and beautiful fragrance. Our room was spacious, comfortable, and perfectly maintained. The lobby and entrance areas are inviting, with books, a pool ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Aloft Muscat
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 RM1,014 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
RM1,014
RM1,250 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (219 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Enjoyed the stay"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

W Muscat
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat

JW Marriott Hotel Muscat

5 out of 5
Madinat Al Irfan, Airport Heights, Muscat, Muscat
The price is RM502 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
RM502
RM619 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Madinat Al Irfan Theatre and Al Mouj Golf ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
"The staff were amazing and the breakfast worth getting up for. One of the best hotels that I have stayed at world-wide."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
Radisson Collection Muscat, Hormuz Grand

Radisson Collection Muscat, Hormuz Grand

5 out of 5
Airport Heights, PC 111, Seeb, Muscat
The price is RM372 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
RM372
RM459 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (408 reviews)
"Great Hotel!! Clean and modern, fantastic service… Only short falls were it is a bit far from town and the gym is under equipped."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Radisson Collection Muscat, Hormuz Grand
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Other neighbourhoods around Bawshar

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Al Khuwair

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

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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Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah

4/5(7 area reviews)

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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Ghallah

While Ghallah isn't home to many top sights, Gala Wentworth Golf Club and Oman Avenues Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ghallah
Muscat which includes a coastal town

Azaiba

3.5/5(12 area reviews)

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

Azaiba
Shatti Al Qurum which includes rugged coastline, a coastal town and a beach

Shati Al Qurum

4.5/5(12 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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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

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