Muttrah Fort
قلعة مطرح
A rock-top fort built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, overlooking the eastern end of the Muttrah Corniche. From the top, you can see the harbour and the old souq.
Muttrah Fort was built in the 1580s during the Portuguese occupation, on a rocky outcrop east of Muttrah harbour. Its round towers guard the harbour entrance. Seen together with the Corniche and the Muttrah Souq, it is one of Muscat's classic views. Opening hours are irregular. When open, you can climb the tower steps for views of the harbour, the mosque domes, and the moored royal yacht. Entry costs about OMR 1 to 2. Even if you don't go inside, photographing the fort from the Corniche is well worth it, and it looks even better lit up at night.
Opening hours
Hours vary (usually daytime; closed Friday mornings)
Nearby sights
- Mutrah Souq & Corniche
- Bait Al Baranda Museum
- Riyam Park & Incense Burner Monument
- Muscat Gate Museum
- Bait Al Zubair Museum
- Al Alam Palace
- National Museum of Oman
- Al Jalali & Al Mirani Forts