About Al Alam Royal Palace

The palace is definitely the most beautiful building in Muscat. The grounds are immaculate. Grand and beautiful, but no entry to the palace. Stop by and take a few shots of this palace. Foreigners can’t enter this building, but they can take photos from the outside. It’s unusual in design but is extremely easy on the eye. Take a stroll and catch the other ornate buildings in the vicinity. It is a clean very well presented area. When you visit the main gates of Al Alam Palace, one will most certainly like its uniqueness, as it is unlike any other capital you will ever visit. The palace itself is elegant but humble in design, unlike the grandiose structures of other capitals. Elegantly designed, it features many highly polished marble surfaces. Government buildings in the vicinity are white, with crenelated rooftops and wooden balconies in the traditional Omani style. Though primarily a ceremonial palace, there is a guest villa at the palace with its own pool, spa, and walled gardens.

Must See

  • The weather, if it is lovely, it's great to spend time outside on the lovely grounds. 
  • Government buildings in the vicinity are white, with crenelated rooftops and wooden balconies in the traditional Omani style.

How to reach

41.3 km from the city center via route 1.  It will take 35 minutes by cab or taxi.

Tips

  • Tourists can’t enter this building, but they can take photos from the outside
  • Two best-viewing options unknown to most is to go through a tunnel to the cove or go up to Riyam old street or to admire from a boat tour
  • Do not touch anything without permission
  • Don't make a loud noise as it can disturb other tourists also
  • Wear comfortable shoes since you need to walk a lot
  • Carry drinking water to stay hydrated

Visit Time

Sunday:              Open 24 hours.

Monday:             Open 24 hours.

Tuesday:            Open 24 hours.

Wednesday:       Open 24 hours.

Thursday:           Open 24 hours.

Friday:                Open 24 hours.

Saturday:            Open 24 hours.

(preferred time): 09:00 a.m.  to 07:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

Nil

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

30 minutes

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 29.68°C

 

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