Sultan Qaboos Street: Muscat's main road

Sultan Qaboos Street is the main artery of Muscat. It runs along the coast from the Ruwi and Qurum area through Al Khuwair, Al Ghubrah and Bausher to Seeb, the airport and beyond.

Landmarks along the way

• The Royal Opera House and Shatti Al Qurum
• The ministries district of Al Khuwair
• The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Bausher
• Malls such as Oman Avenues and City Centre Muscat
• Muscat International Airport

Traffic

Morning and afternoon rush hours can be heavy, especially between Qurum and Al Khuwair. The parallel Muscat Expressway is often faster for longer journeys.

Why it matters for property

Homes close to Sultan Qaboos Street, but not directly on it, enjoy easy access to work, schools and malls across the capital.

Living near the main roads

Good road links shape property values in Muscat. R2LUX sells homes in communities where foreigners can own, close to the city's main routes; three current listings are below.