Museum of the Frankincense Land tours, things to do and tickets

This half-day city tour takes you through Salalah, the largest city in Dhofar, Discover and Visit Sultan Mosque , Sultan Palace , Frankincense Souq , Museum and Coconut Plantation

Discover the highlights of Salalah on this enjoyable half-day tour. Visit the iconic Sultan Qaboos Mosque, admire the historic Sultan’s Palace (Al Husn Palace), and explore the fragrant Frankincense Souq. Experience local life at the Salalah Vegetable Market, enjoy shopping time at Grand Mall Salalah, and conclude with a scenic drive through Salalah’s lush coconut plantations.

We offer You the most comprehensive city tour itinerary on the market. The tour includes a visit to all major monuments in Salalah and adds exploration of interesting natural sites as well. You will start the trip with a visit to the interior of Sultan Qaboos Mosque, the largest mosque in Salalah. Then you will take a walk in the heart of Salalah´s vast coconut and banana plantations where you can see the irrigation system and taste all kinds of local fruit. In the old Haffa quarter, you will take in the atmosphere of the traditional frankincense market. Next, you will proceed to the Museum of The Frankincense Land situated in the area of the medieval port of al Baleed. Our specialized tour guide will explain to you the details in the History Hall and Maritime Hall of the museum. You will end the tour by exploring the ecosystem of the Dahariz lagoon on the edge of the city where you can spot flocks of flamingos, herons, and other waders.

Visit the Al Baleed museum of the Frankincense land. Opened in July 2007 at Al Balid Archaeological Park it is a large archaeological site that you can stoll through among Salalah Tours when you visit oman , and the museum hosts an impressive collection about the archaeological and maritime history of Oman . Then visit the ancient city of Zufar, the ruins of Al Balid, describing it as a beautiful, large and noble city .Proceed to Sultan Qaboos Mosque,the largest mosque in Salalah with capacity of more than 5000 prayer can pray their,in the way to the mosque you can enjoy the green planation of Salalah .Then proceed to Haffah souk which is very attractive with its small shops lined up with straight piles of incense boxes, clay incense burners colorfully decorated with traditional patterns and bags of incense crystals. Walking past the Sultan residential palace Al Husn, reaches to the Old Souk where Frankincense, Dhofari traditional clothes and cosmetics are available.

On this private tour by Takamul Travel you can enjoy exploring the historic and natural sites of Salalah in the evening and night time. You will escape the heat of the day and see the sunset scenery at Dahariz lagoon and al Baleed Archaeological Park. You will have also a better opportunity to see lively traditional markets like the Al-Haffa incense market and the Gold market and admire the beautifully lit up monuments. The tour includes visit to the Museum of the Frankincense Land with its History and Maritime Halls. You will also have a walk inside the plantations area to see the farms, wells and irrigated fields. In the end you will taste the fresh fruit and have a coconut drink at local stalls.

Visit the Al Baleed museum of the Frankincense land. Opened in July 2007 at Al Balid Archaeological Park it is a large archaeological site that you can stoll through among Salalah Tours when you visit oman , and the museum hosts an impressive collection about the archaeological and maritime history of Oman . Then visit the ancient city of Zufar, the ruins of Al Balid, describing it as a beautiful, large and noble city .Proceed to Sultan Qaboos Mosque,the largest mosque in Salalah with capacity of more than 5000 prayer can pray their,in the way to the mosque you can enjoy the green planation of Salalah .Then proceed to Haffah souk which is very attractive with its small shops lined up with straight piles of incense boxes, clay incense burners colorfully decorated with traditional patterns and bags of incense crystals. Walking past the Sultan residential palace Al Husn, reaches to the Old Souk where Frankincense, Dhofari traditional clothes and cosmetics are available.