Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Oman, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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What & Where to Buy
You can get most of the things you need in Muscat although the shopping areas are rather scattered across the city and you’ll need a car or taxi to move from one to another. The following... read more
Alcohol
Anyone over 21 can buy alcohol at licensed bars, restaurants and some clubs for consumption on the premises. To buy alcohol for home consumption though, you need a liquor licence. You... read more
Art
Muscat has a reasonable selection of galleries. These sell paintings, mainly, and a few selected pieces of sculpture, jewellery and pottery, often created by local or expatriate artists.... read more
Art & Craft Supplies
Shah Nagardas Manji carry basic art supplies like oil paints, acrylics, pastels, brushes and drawing paper, and you’ll find their stores in Al Qurm, Madinat Sultan Qaboos and Ruwi.... read more
Baby Items
Beachwear
The beachwear you’ll find in Muscat veers towards the no-nonsense, one-piece styles for competitive swimmers rather than teeny-weeny numbers for lounging around the pool. Bhs, Woolworths,... read more
Bicycles
It’s probably not wise to pedal down the Sultan Qaboos Highway, but there are plenty of quieter roads that are safe for cyclists. Mountain biking is popular and a ride around the steep... read more
Books
Due to the laws of supply and demand, the range of imported books and magazines available in Muscat is relatively limited. To bring a title into the country, it must first be checked for... read more
Camera Equipment
Those who enjoy photography, whether you’re an amateur or a pro, will find a reasonable selection of cameras in Muscat. You may not find all of a brand’s models in the range, but you’ll... read more
Car Parts & Accessories
Cars are one of the best buys in Oman, with prices usually much lower than in your home country. This could be your only chance to drive a really luxurious petrol guzzler, rather than... read more
