Ruwi
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.
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.
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.
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
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Muscat: City Highlights Tour with Optional Transfers
Muscat: City Highlights Experience with Transfer
eSIM: Airalo Middle East and North Africa Package
Top hotels in Ruwi
Sheraton Oman Hotel
It was a discovery! Everything was so smooth. The place gives such a peaceful feeling.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Haffa House Hotel
Hospitality, cleanness, and fair rates, are the characteristic of this hotel. I’ll come back again.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Itlalat Al Shorouq Hotel
Wonderful staff and clean comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Al Falaj Hotel
We were visiting Muscat for a week and we stayed here becuse it is central. That said, Muscat is spread out so any sightseeing stay in the citywill need taxis. This hotel was almost perfect. The chargeable buffets for breakfast and dinner had an outstanding variety of excellent food. The staff were ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
AL RAHA HOTEL
The Room was spotless and the staff were very friendly!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Golden Tulip Headington Ruwi
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Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ruwi
Muttrah
Unique features of Muttrah include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Muttrah Souq or Mutrah Fort 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, Mutrah Fort and Muttrah Souq 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 Ras Al Hamra Golf Club 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.
