Timeline
17:39
Stand at the perimeter of Sultan Qaboos Palace. The building is not open to the public, but the exterior is striking. Position yourself to catch the final glow of the setting sun on the architecture before it fades into twilight.
18:24
Walk seven minutes to Souq Al Hafa. The market is open until midnight, making it the perfect stop after dark. Browse the stalls for frankincense and incense burners. Remember that haggling is expected here.
18:54
Stay at Souq Al Hafa to enjoy a drink or a light meal. The atmosphere is lively in the evening, and the wide range of collectibles makes for interesting browsing while you relax.
Local tip
The sun sets toward the WSW on this date, so the light will hit the palace from that direction. Souq Al Hafa opens at 08:00 and closes at 00:00, so it is fully accessible for your evening plans.
Check before you go
- Souq Al Hafa operates from 08:00 to 00:00.
- Sultan Qaboos Palace is not open for interior visits; photography is permitted from the outside only.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Salalah (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).