Muscat Shopping

  1. Bait Muzna Gallery

    Beautiful collectors' pieces, such as mandoos (wooden, brass-fitted dowry chests), Omani doors, Bedouin jewellery and contemporary paintings are sold in this gallery opposite Bayt Az-Zubair. Prices are high, but the quality is assured.

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  2. Omani Craftsman's House

    For guaranteed 'Made in Oman' crafts, try Omani Craftsman's House opposite the Sabco Centre in Qurm.

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  3. Omani Heritage Gallery

    For guaranteed 'Made in Oman' crafts, try the Omani Heritage Gallery, a nonprofit organisation set up to encourage cottage industries through the sale of handicrafts. Prices are high, but so is the quality.

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  4. Omani Heritage Gallery

    Near the Hotel Inter-Continental Muscat, along Way 2817, there is a small shopping complex where you'll find the Omani Heritage Gallery, which sells handicrafts.

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  5. Sabco Centre

    A surprisingly comprehensive little souq inside the Sabco Centre sells crafts (mostly from India and Iran), pashmina shawls and Omani headdresses. Bargaining is recommended, although prices are reasonable. The souq's excellent cobbler can repair any leather item.

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