Culture · Middle East
Muscat
Oman
Oman's low-rise capital sits between rugged mountains and the Gulf of Oman. See the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Mutrah souq and forts on the rocks; go in the cooler months.
Best time to visit Muscat
The best time to visit Muscat is November to February.
Quick facts
- Trip type
- Culture
- Region
- Middle East
- Budget
- $$$ (on the pricier side)
- Time zone
- Asia/Muscat (UTC+4 in January)
- Coordinates
- 23°35′N 58°23′E
Facts last checked 2 Oct 2026. Sources: en.wikipedia.org.
Known for
Explore Muscat on the map →Muscat travel questions
When is the best time to visit Muscat?
The best time to visit Muscat is November to February.
How expensive is Muscat?
Muscat is on the pricier side: $$$ on JourneyBay's four-level budget scale, from $ (budget-friendly) to $$$$ (expensive).
What is Muscat known for?
Muscat is known for forts, souqs and Grand Mosque. Oman's low-rise capital sits between rugged mountains and the Gulf of Oman. See the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Mutrah souq and forts on the rocks; go in the cooler months.
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