Natural History Museum, Muscat

#15 among attractions in Muscat

Museum, Natural history museum

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The Natural History Museum of Oman is a natural history museum, located at the Ministry of Heritage and Culture complex, Al Khuwair, opposite the Zawawi Mosque in Muscat, Oman. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1985 (39 years ago)Coordinates: 23°35'56"N, 58°25'22"E

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Ministry of Heritage and CultureMuscat 113 Oman

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+968 24 641374

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Natural History Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Oman Avenues Mall, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Zawawi Mosque, Royal Opera House Muscat.

1 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Department store
Oman Avenues Mall, Muscat
25 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Muscat, Oman Avenues Mall stands as a beacon of modern retail and entertainment within the Sultanate of Oman. This expansive shopping center is not just a place to shop; it's a hub of activity where families, friends, and tourists gather...
2.4 miSW
Large, contemporary 2001 mosque
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Muscat
62 min walk • The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque stands as an architectural marvel and a symbol of Islamic artistry in the heart of Muscat, Oman. This mosque, inaugurated in 2001, was a gift from Sultan Qaboos to the nation, celebrating 30 years of his reign.
~980 ftS
Mosque
Zawawi Mosque
5 min walk • The Zawawi Mosque in Muscat, Oman, stands as a testament to modern Islamic architecture and the spiritual devotion of the Omani people. This mosque, also known as the Mohammed Al Zawawi Mosque, is distinguished by its contemporary design infused with traditional Omani...
3.2 miE
Arts complex with a theater and a garden
Royal Opera House Muscat, Muscat
82 min walk • The Royal Opera House Muscat stands as a beacon of cultural sophistication and architectural splendor in the heart of Muscat, Oman. Since its grand opening in 2011, this premier venue for the performing arts has become an emblem of the nation's progressive vision...
5.8 miE
Museum, Specialty museum
Oman Oil and Gas Exhibition Centre, Muscat
147 min walk • Oman Oil and Gas Exhibition Centre is a museum, located on Seih Al Maleh Street, Al-Qurum, Muscat, Oman. The museum was established 1995 as a donation from Petroleum Development Oman. The museum is an interactive journey exploring the discovery, extraction and use of fossil fuels in Oman.
3.9 miE
Museum, Science museum
Oman Children's Museum, Muscat
99 min walk • The Oman Children's Museum is a children's science museum, located near Qurum Nature Park off Sultan Qaboos Street in a white-domed building in Muscat, Oman.
3.1 miE
Museum, History museum
Museum of Omani Heritage, Muscat
80 min walk • The Museum of Omani Heritage is a heritage museum, located near the Ministry of Information on Al Alam Street, Muscat, Oman.
5.1 miE
Neighbourhood
Mina al Fahal, Muscat
131 min walk • Mina' al Fahal is a coastal area in the northeast of Oman, near to the country's capital, Muscat. It was renamed from Saih al Maleh as the petroleum processing plant was developed. It is a key area for the country's petroleum operations.
2.3 miSW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex, Muscat
59 min walk • The Sultan Qaboos Stadium at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex, also known locally as Boshar, is a government-owned multi-purpose stadium in the Boshar district of Muscat, Oman. It is currently used mostly for football matches, and also has facilities for athletics.
5.4 miE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Royal Oman Police Stadium, Muscat
137 min walk • The Royal Oman Police Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Muscat, Oman. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of Oman Club. The stadium has a capacity of 15,000 people. it was reduced to 12,000.
6 miNE
Harbor
Port of Mina Al Fahal, Muscat
154 min walk • Port of Mina Al Fahal is situated at Mina al Fahal in the Muscat Governorate of Oman. This port is operated and managed by Petroleum Development Oman LLC.