Ruwi Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ruwi
Photo by Lisa Hoy
Photo by Lisa Hoy
Photo by Prytz
Photo by Prytz

Popular places to visit

Muttrah Souq showing interior views and shopping

Muttrah Souq

3.5/5(6 reviews)

This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.

Muttrah Souq
Muttrah Corniche

Muttrah Corniche

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Muttrah Corniche
Oman which includes a mosque

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Muscat’s main mosque is lavishly decorated with elaborate carvings, one of the world’s largest Persian carpets and colorful hibiscus flowers.

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Al-Bustan Palace

Al-Bustan Palace

3.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Al-Bustan with a stop at Al-Bustan Palace. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Al-Bustan Palace
Muscat featuring heritage architecture, theatre scenes and night scenes

Royal Opera House Muscat

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Royal Opera House Muscat
Muscat featuring modern architecture and a square or plaza

Qasr Al Alam Royal Palace

4/5(4 reviews)

The sultan’s official palace is a stunning example of contemporary Islamic architecture surrounded by lush gardens and the beautiful Mutrah Harbor.

Qasr Al Alam Royal Palace

Activities

Muscat half-day city tour

Muscat half-day city tour

NZ$98
per adult
Muscat half-day city tour
Private Safari tour and Wadi in 4x4 with a local guide

Private Safari tour and Wadi in 4x4 with a local guide

NZ$988
per traveller
Private Safari tour and Wadi in 4x4 with a local guide
Full Day Private Desert Adventure

Full Day Private Desert Adventure

NZ$824
per adult
Full Day Private Desert Adventure
Snorkeling Trip from Muscat,Oman day tours

Dimaniyat Island from Muscat

NZ$270
per adult
Dimaniyat Island from Muscat
Private Desert Safari in Wahiba Sands

Private Desert Safari in Wahiba Sands

NZ$438
per adult
Private Desert Safari in Wahiba Sands
Dolphin and snorkeling Muscat

Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Tour from Muscat

NZ$165
per adult
Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Tour from Muscat
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Our pick of the best Ruwi Hotel Deals

Sheraton Oman Hotel
Sheraton Oman Hotel
5 out of 5
Ruwi, Muscat
The price is NZ$150 per night from 9 May to 10 May
NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (413 reviews)
"Great staff, food well presented ,good choice except a little limited for vegetarians. Hotel a little date but comfortable and well appointed"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Sheraton Oman Hotel
Haffa House Hotel
Haffa House Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Hai Al Mina Muscat, Via Al Farahidi Stre, Muscat
The price is NZ$79 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$79
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Sultan's Armed Forces Museum and ...
7.8/10 Good! (77 reviews)
"Nice hotel, very quiet"

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2025

Haffa House Hotel
Al Falaj Hotel
Al Falaj Hotel
4 out of 5
Al Mujamma Street, Ruwi, Muscat
The price is NZ$83 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$83
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Sultan's Armed Forces Museum and ...
8/10 Very Good! (230 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

Al Falaj Hotel
Al Shorouq Hotel Apartments
Al Shorouq Hotel Apartments
3 out of 5
Ruwi Street, Opposite Muscat Muncipality, Muscat, Muscat Governorate
The price is NZ$131 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sultan's Armed Forces Museum and Bait Al Baranda ...
Have a great stay with family at Al Shorouq
"The hotel apartment is ideal for family of 4-5 on a budget. The rooms are large and it has more of an apartment feel vs a hotel. Service is decent though housekeeping is alternate days. Food options are excellent especially Indian restaurants in 2 minute walking distance (Cochin restaurant). The ..."

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

Al Shorouq Hotel Apartments
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
5 out of 5
Madinat Al Irfan, Airport Heights, Muscat, Muscat
The price is NZ$260 per night from 22 May to 23 May
NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Al Mouj Marina and Almouj Golf are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
Excellent Service, Hotel Isolated
"Five star service. Excellent hotel, I stayed for 3 nights would definitely stay again. Only downside is there is nothing around the hotel and it's a 15-20 min taxi ride to town at $15 each way so not easy to pop out and the hotel food is expensive."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
Grand Millennium Muscat
Grand Millennium Muscat
5 out of 5
Dohat al Adab Street Al Khuwair, Muscat
The price is NZ$242 per night from 1 May to 2 May
NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Muscat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Muscat Grand Mall and Oman Avenues Mall are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (362 reviews)
Great place
"Really positive and really great, would come back and recommend too"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Grand Millennium Muscat
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Other neighbourhoods around Ruwi

Muttrah Souq showing signage

Muttrah

Unique features of Muttrah include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Muttrah Souq or Muttrah Corniche while you're exploring the area.

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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, Al-Bustan Palace and Qasr Al Alam Royal Palace are a few top places to visit.

Wadi Kabir
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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.

Qurm
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Al-Bustan

While visiting Al-Bustan, you might make a stop by sights like Marina Bandar Al Rowdha and Al-Bustan Roundabout.

Al-Bustan
Shatti Al Qurum featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a beach

Shati Al Qurum

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Shati Al Qurum
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Al Khuwair

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Al Khuwair

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