Muttrah Souk

The Muttrah Souk, in Muscat

The Muttrah Souk is one of the liveliest and oldest markets of Muscat, a true labyrinth of covered alleys. The Muscat audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this high place of traditional trade, perfumed with incense and spices, by the port.

The perfumed labyrinth of the old market

The Muttrah Souk is one of the liveliest and oldest places of Muscat. For more than two centuries, this market has accompanied the nearby port and the daily life of the town. By entering inside, you enter a true labyrinth of narrow and covered alleys, bathed in a subdued light filtering through the wooden roofs. The atmosphere there is unique, mixing the perfumes of incense and myrrh, of which Oman is a renowned producer, with the scents of spices, precious woods and perfumed oils. The stalls overflow with treasures: textiles, pashmina shawls, jewels and objects in silver, khanjar daggers, lamps, ceramics, dates and souvenirs. To haggle is part of the game, in a lively and warm atmosphere. The beating heart of traditional trade and a window onto the soul of Oman, the Muttrah Souk is a must-see stop of Muscat.

What to see

Here you wander in the labyrinth of covered alleys of the market over two centuries old, bathed in a subdued light, mixing the perfumes of incense, myrrh and spices, among the stalls overflowing with textiles, jewels and objects in silver, khanjar daggers and souvenirs, in a lively atmosphere where you haggle. The Muttrah Souk is the heart of traditional trade of Muscat. It is a must-see stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The Muttrah Souk lies along the Muttrah corniche, near the port, in Muscat, reachable on foot and by public transport. The market follows its own opening hours, often in the morning and in the evening, which vary. It is best to check them and to adopt an outfit respectful of local customs.

What can you find at the Muttrah Souk in Muscat?

A labyrinth of covered alleys perfumed with incense, myrrh and spices, where the stalls overflow with textiles, shawls, jewels and objects in silver, khanjar daggers, lamps, ceramics, dates and souvenirs; it is one of the oldest markets of Muscat.

Where is the Muttrah Souk?

Along the Muttrah corniche, near the port, in Muscat, in Oman.