Things to do
open to non-Muslims. Entry to the mosque is free but be sure to dress respectfully: shoulders and knees should be covered (that goes for men and women) and women’s heads must be covered.
Sultan Qaboos Street, Muscat, Oman, Sun to Thur 8.30am to 11am. Tel: (+968 24505170). Taxi: Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. sultanqaboosgrandmosque.com
Shop at Mutrah Souk
The city’s oldest souk is a frankincense-scented labyrinth selling everything from silver jewellery to textiles, and the Omani khanjar, a dagger symbolic of the country.
Al Bahri Road, Muscat, Oman, daily 7am to 11am and 5pm to 11pm. Tel: (+968) 98277478. Taxi: Mutrah Souk. omantourism.gov