Travel guide · Oman
Oman: what to see and when to go
Oman is the quiet gem of the Arabian Peninsula: fjord-like coasts, desert dunes, mountain villages and forts, with a deep tradition of hospitality. Muscat, the capital, is low-rise and elegant, and the rest of the country is best explored by car.
What to see and do in Oman
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
A marble mosque with a vast hand-woven carpet, open to visitors in the morning.
Wahiba Sands
Red dunes and nights in desert camps.
Wadi Shab and Wadi Bani Khalid
Canyons with turquoise pools to swim in.
Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar
A fort town with a Friday livestock market, and terraced mountain villages.
Musandam
Fjords in the far north, explored on a dhow cruise with dolphins.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Nov – Mar.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 8 hr | ≈ €480 · See flights |
| New York | 15 hr | ≈ €650 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 18 hr | ≈ €720 · See flights |
| Dubai | 1 hr | ≈ €70 · See flights |
| Singapore | 7 hr, 30 min | ≈ €450 · See flights |
| Sydney | 15 hr, 30 min | ≈ €660 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €750 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Oman
- Currency
- Omani Rial
- Good for
- nature · sea · mountains · calm · wild
- How long to stay
- 5–8 days
- Where to stay
- Muscat to start; Nizwa for the interior; a desert camp in Wahiba Sands.Find a place to stay in Oman
Plan your trip
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Oman and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Nov – Mar. Average highs range from 24° in January to 39° in June.
How many days do you need in Oman?
5 to 8 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Oman cost?
Accommodation runs at around €90 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €750 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 8 hr.
Where should you stay in Oman?
Muscat to start; Nizwa for the interior; a desert camp in Wahiba Sands.
