Ghala · Seeb, Al Mouj & Ghala · Oman
★★★★★ Museum & culture
No admission charge for anyone. Parking or transport may still cost.
VERIFIED FREE. One of very few mosques in the Gulf open to non-Muslims, and the single most-visited sight in Oman. Non-Muslim hours are 08:00-11:00 only, and not on Fridays. Strict modest dress: women must cover hair, arms and legs. An entry charge of OMR 8.400 was introduced in January 2025 and withdrawn within three weeks - confirm before travelling in case it returns.
| Adult ticket | Free entry |
|---|---|
| Child ticket | Free entry |
| Typical visit | 1.5-2 hours |
| Opening hours | Non-Muslim visiting 08:00-11:00; closed to visitors Fridays |
| Indoors or out | Both |
| Region | Muscat, Oman |
| Prices quoted in | OMR |
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