Popular places to visit
Muttrah Souq
This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.
Muttrah Corniche
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 romantic area.
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Muscat’s main mosque is lavishly decorated with elaborate carvings, one of the world’s largest Persian carpets and colorful hibiscus flowers.
Al-Bustan Palace
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 family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Royal Opera House Muscat
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.
Al Alam Palace
The sultan’s official palace is a stunning example of contemporary Islamic architecture surrounded by lush gardens and the beautiful Mutrah Harbor.
Things to do
Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Full-Day Tour
Muscat: City Highlights Experience with Transfer
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Muscat Dolphin Watching & Coastal Sightseeing Tour
Top hotels in Ruwi
Sheraton Oman Hotel
Amazing staff. Very kind and helpful. Room was great but pillows were not to liking.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Golden Tulip Headington Ruwi
Good room and staff friendly but my previsit communications went unanswered and the tv didn't work. Good in-house dining available.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2024
Al Falaj Hotel
Good services
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
Haffa House Hotel
The hotel is outdated, living in the 90S, nevertheless is very nice vive, and welcoming. The restaurant only serves Indian food.
Reviewed on 24 May 2025
Itlalat Al Shorouq Hotel
The hotel apartment is ideal for family of 4-5 on a budget. The rooms are large and it has more of an apartment feel vs a hotel. Service is decent though housekeeping is alternate days. Food options are excellent especially Indian restaurants in 2 minute walking distance (Cochin restaurant). The ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025
Royal Tulip Muscat
Lovely big quiet room, good breakfast and very friendly and helpful staff. Good location too, and very reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ruwi
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.
Wadi Kabir
The mountain views and cafes are just a few features travellers like about Wadi Kabir. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Muttrah Souq and Muttrah Corniche are a few top places to visit.
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.
Al-Bustan
While visiting Al-Bustan, you might make a stop by sights like Marina Bandar Al Rowdha and Al-Bustan Roundabout.
Shati Al Qurum
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.
Al Khuwair
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.
Ruwi
- Muscat Central Business District
- Muttrah Souq
- Muscat City Centre Shopping Mall
- Muscat Grand Mall
- Muttrah Corniche
- Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
- Qantab Beach
- Royal Opera House Muscat
- As Sifah Beach
- Al Alam Palace
- Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex
- Markaz Al Bahja Mall
- Marina Bandar Al Rowdha
- National Museum of Oman
- Al Jalali Fort
- Qurum Natural Park
