National Museum of Oman
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A national museum across from Al Alam Palace, with 14 galleries covering two million years of Omani history, from prehistory and the frankincense trade to seafaring and Islamic faith.
The Oman National Museum opened in 2016 across from Al Alam Palace Square and is one of the best museums in the Gulf region. Its 14 permanent galleries cover prehistoric sites, the Frankincense Route, Arab seafaring and shipbuilding, the falaj irrigation system, Islam, weapons and armour, jewellery and costume, and the historical links between Oman and Zanzibar in East Africa. Braille and multimedia guides are available. Entry for foreign visitors costs about OMR 5. Opening hours are roughly 10:00 to 17:00, with later openings on Fridays from 14:00. It is within walking distance of Al Alam Palace and the twin forts.
Opening hours
Sat–Thu about 10:00–17:00; Fri about 14:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Al Alam Palace
- Bait Al Zubair Museum
- Al Jalali & Al Mirani Forts
- Muscat Gate Museum
- Riyam Park & Incense Burner Monument
- Muttrah Fort
- Mutrah Souq & Corniche
- Muscat Dolphin Watching Cruise