Timeline
08:00
Arrive at Muscat Gate Museum when it opens. The original city gates have stood here until the 1970s, and the museum marks the old city wall. The views of Old Muscat and the palace are clear in the morning light.
08:45
Muscat Light Restaurant & Coffeeshop
Walk 11 minutes to Muscat Light Restaurant & Coffeeshop. It is the ideal place for a break during a walking tour of Old Muscat. Grab a coffee or a light snack to recharge before the next leg of your walk.
09:00
Head to Riyam Park, a 15-minute walk from the restaurant. Climb up to the giant incense burner perched on the hillside for great views of the city. The park also features a small funfair if you want a quick ride.
Local tip
The museum closes at 14:00, so finish your visit before then. The walk between the restaurant and the park is short, but the park is on a hill, so wear comfortable shoes.
Check before you go
- Muscat Gate Museum is open Mo-Th, Sa, Su from 08:00 to 14:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Muscat (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).