The Top 15 Tourist Attractions in Oman

Oman is the jewel of the Arabian Peninsula, a country of contrasts which mixes vast deserts with palm-lined beaches and bustling frankincense souks with cosmopolitan cafes. While the country's tourism industry is still in development, the wealth of interesting and practically untouched tourist places in Oman is increasingly attracting savvy travelers looking to discover another world far from the well-trodden tourist circuits of Europe and the Red Sea. To help you discover where to go in Oman, we've put together this list of the top 15 must see Oman attractions based on real reviews from minube's community of millions of travelers.



The country's sleepy capital of Muscat ranks among the top places to go in Oman due to its international airport, crowded souks (the famous Muttrah Souk is not to be missed), and grand sultanic monuments like the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. However, the very best of Oman sightseeing is found outside the capital
in the country's rugged and breathtaking interior. Some of the highlights are the
epic peaks and gorges of Jebel Shams or the Wadi Shab, a desert oasis of turquoise waters and hidden waterfalls described by one traveler as "one of the most spectacular places I have ever seen." A route through the country’s well-preserved forts historic forts or a few days of relaxation in one of Oman’s white-washed coastal villages are other popular itineraries.