Matrah Fort & the corniche
The little fort with the best free view in old Muscat.
The 16th-century Portuguese fort on the rock above Mutrah harbour. Climb up for the view every postcard of Oman is trying to be, then spend the evening below it: corniche, fish market, souq. This is 'things to do in Matrah' in one entry.
| Best for | The harbour view |
|---|---|
| Time needed | 30–45 min for the fort, an evening for Matrah |
| Climb | Steep steps, 10 min |
| Vehicle | Any car / taxi |
| Best time | Late afternoon into dusk |
| Hours | Daily 8am–11pm (official site) |
| Entry | OMR 3 non-resident adult / OMR 2 child |
From Exploring Oman, a guide by Hussain, a licensed Omani tour guide. 50 places are free to browse right now, each with the drive, the walk in, the entry fee and the right month.