Experts' Choice Award Bait Al Zubair
What the experts agree on
Housed in a beautifully restored Old Town residence, this beloved private museum showcases Omani heritage through weaponry, jewelry, maps, stamps, and traditional dress—rich, well-curated cultural immersion.
“In a beautifully restored house, this much-loved privately owned museum exhibits Omani heritage in thematic displays of traditional handicrafts, furniture, stamps and coins.”
– Lonely Planet
Fodor's "One of the best museums in Oman, Bait al Zubair was formerly the home of the Zubair family, as the name would suggest. It houses a fascinating collection of traditional Omani weaponry,..." Full review
Afar Magazine "A growing museum featuring an array of historical Omani artifacts including early photographs, maps and stamps as well as jewelry, weaponry and household items dating back to the earliest days " Full review
Independent "An afternoon’s mooch around the Old Town also reveals centuries-old city walls, crumbling watchtowers, and several museums in notable houses – including Bait Al Zubair, with its fine collection of traditional dress, weaponry, maps and curios"
Rough Guide "To uncover the heritage of Oman, explore Old Muscat at the six building Bait Al Zubair museum. The eclectic collection of artefacts here includes, a miniature Omani village as well as an..."
Rough Guide "For a quick primer on Omani history, head to the Bait al Zubair museum, a cool, calm oasis in Muscat's Old Town showcasing Arabian armour, jewel-encrusted daggers and tribal costumes...."
Lonely Planet "The hot temperatures drive visitors indoors to learn about the history and culture of Oman at museums like Bait Al Zubair and the National Museum of Oman"
