Holidays to Muscat, Oman

Muscat, the capital of Oman is one of the Middle East’s most stunning cities, surrounded by mountains, desert landscapes, and the glistening Arabian Sea. The city offers an authentic travel experience as it’s slower paced than it neighbouring cities, and there are less tourist crowds. Book cheap holidays to Muscat with Brightsun and look forward to immersing yourself in culture, marvelling at impressive architecture, sampling mouth-watering local food, and relaxing on pristine beaches.

Muscat offers a charming blend of past and present with contemporary structures set among heritage buildings. Don’t miss a visit to the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and the Royal Opera House – two of the city’s most majestic structures. Muscat is also very cultural, with locals offering that renowned warm Arabian hospitality, plus bustling souks selling traditional souvenirs, and immersive museums including the National Museum, which allows an insight into Oman’s rich cultural heritage with a collection of rare artefacts.

When you’ve finished sightseeing to your heart’s content, you could embark on some fun outdoor adventures and once-in-a-lifetime daytrips. Muscat offers thrilling water-based activities including boat tours, fishing, snorkelling, and dolphin watching. Other incredible opportunities include hiking up Jebel Shams - the highest peak in Oman, or venturing out to the Empty Quarter, the world’s largest area of continuous sand for a 4x4 dune bashing experience which you can finish off by camping under the stars.