Royal Opera House

Overview

The Royal Opera House Muscat is a premier performing arts venue in Oman, offering world-class opera, ballet, and traditional Omani performances. It is a beacon of cultural and artistic excellence in the Middle East.

It is a symbol of Oman's commitment to arts and culture, hosting international and local performances.

Performing Arts Cultural Center

Location

Address

Al Kharjiyah Street, Shati Al-Qurm, Muscat

Neighborhood: Shati Al-Qurm

Coordinates

23.613743, 58.599210

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Admission

Adults

20 OMR

Children

10 OMR

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

October-May

Best Time of Day

Evening

Prime time for performances

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

2 hours

Recommended

4 hours

Full Experience

Evening performance

Seasonal Highlights

spring

Mild

• Spring performances
• Garden concerts

summer

Hot

• Extended hours

autumn

Cool

• Fall performances

winter

Mild

• Holiday performances

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book tickets in advance
Dress code
Arrive early

What to Bring

essential

Tickets ID Comfortable shoes

seasonal

Sunscreen Umbrella

not allowed

Large bags Food and drinks

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: None

• None

Medical facilities: First aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

Credit cards, Cash

Currency

Omani Rial (OMR)

Typical Costs

entry 20 OMR

parking 1 OMR

food 10 OMR

souvenirs 15 OMR

Dress Code

Smart casual, Elegant attire, Comfortable shoes, Shorts, Flip-flops

Booking Tips

• 1 month
• Official website
• 48 hours
• Available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Royal Opera House Muscat

Size: 30 MB

Features: Schedule, Tickets, Map

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Muscat International Airport

Distance: 30 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

15 OMR 30 min

public_transport

2 OMR 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

1 OMR 15 min

bus

0.50 OMR 20 min

taxi

3 OMR 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Cultural significance

Historical Significance: Important cultural hub

Insider Tips

Free entry for Omani nationals
Best food at the cafe

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide Ali

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Marhaba

thank_you Shukran

where_is Wayn

how_much Kam

beautiful Helwa

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Arabic, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot of the architecture

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Photography Rules

allowed areas Outdoor areas, Lobby

prohibited areas Performance halls

flash photography Not allowed

commercial photography Permit needed

drone policy Prohibited

tripod policy Restricted

selfie sticks Allowed

Nearby Attractions

National Museum

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Museum

Al Riyam Park

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.7

Based on 1,500 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit for a performance"
"Great architecture"

Contact Information

+968 24 510 100

info@operahouse.com

www.operahouse.com

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