Al Koudh Travel Guide
Muscat
Popular places to visit
Muttrah Souq
This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.
Qurum Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Qurum Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Muscat. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 culturally rich area.
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.
Top hotels in Al Koudh
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
InterContinental Muscat by IHG
Would recommend
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Royal Tulip Muscat
All was ok EXCEPT the buffet. The buffet looked appealing and appears good value BUT the hot food was cold. Such a shame.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
W Muscat
Excellent location, great pool and always-friendly W staff and quality 🙏
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Mandarin Oriental, Muscat
Kempinski Hotel Muscat
Other neighbourhoods around Al Koudh
Al Hail North
While Al Hail North may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Al Mouj Marina and Muscat City Centre Shopping Mall.
Al Mawaleh South
If you're spending some time in Al Mawaleh South, Muscat City Centre Shopping Mall and Sahwa Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Al Mawalih North
While Al Mawalih North may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Markaz Al Bahja Mall and Al Mouj Marina.
Al Maabilah
Al Maabilah might not have many top sights, but Al Seeb Port and Seeb Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Al Mouj
While visiting Al Mouj, you might make a stop by sights like Al Mouj Marina and Al Mouj Golf.
Muscat Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Muscat Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Muscat City Centre Shopping Mall and Al Mouj Marina.
