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  • Bait al Zubair

    • (+968) 24736688

    The Bait Al Zubair (House of Zubair) Museum recognises the importance of preserving the arts and crafts that are part of Oman’s heritage, ensuring that they survive for future generations to enjoy. Read more about Bait al Zubair

  • Currency Museum

    • +968 24796102

    The Currency Museum of the Central Bank of Oman in Ruwi showcases a remarkably interesting display of modern and historic coins and a gallery of Oman’s currency throughout the years. Read more about Currency Museum

  • Sultan's Armed Forces Museum

    • (+968) 24312642

    The Sultan’s Armed Forces Museum is located in the grounds and main building of the Bait Al Falaj Fort in Muscat. The fort was built in 1845 to be used as a royal summer home but was used instead as Read more about Sultan's Armed Forces Museum

  • Omani Museum

    This Museum is situated in Madinat Qaboos. The Omani Museum showcases comprehensive collection of historical artefacts of over 5000 years. It holds a lot of information about evolution of Oman Read more about Omani Museum

  • Sayyid Faisal Bin Ali Museum

    • (+968) 24641650

    Sayyid Faisal Bin Ali Museum was established by the Ministry of Heritage and Culture in memoriam of late Sayyid Faisal bin Ali Al Said, and it was opened on January 07, 2008. Read more about Sayyid Faisal Bin Ali Museum

  • Muscat Gate Museum

    Situated on Al Saiyda Street along the old charming town of Muttrah, this museum displays the Oman history since the Neolithic age. The museum exhibits the old charm of Oman. It features the water Read more about Muscat Gate Museum

  • Children's Museum

    • (+968) 24605368

    The Children’s Museum is situated inside two striking dome-shaped buildings in Qurum, at the base of the hill where Mumtaz Mahal /Leftbank are located. Read more about Children's Museum

  • Natural History Museum

    • (+968)24641366

    The wonderful diversity of Oman’s environment is apparent in the displays of the Sultanate’s special animals, plants and scenery. Read more about Natural History Museum

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Museums in Oman

Oman’s 5,000 year old history is well represented in Oman’s museums (found mostly around Muscat City) with everything from natural history, military history, maritime history, Islam, forts, stamps, currency, national dress, photography and science.

A planetarium forms part of the Oil and Gas exhibition in Qurum which organises star gazing evenings and features a 1 hour video show.  The museums are imperative for preserving Oman’s rich cultural heritage for the benefit of future generations. Entrance fees are inexpensive if not free. Be sure to check opening times because times may vary.

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