Since the waterfalls, mountain safari and beach excursion are for the day time, Salalah has many things to do in city. It is the time to explore city life, shop and dine. This is ultimate guide about Salalah Nightlife.
1. Visit Sultan Qaboos Mosque
Sultan Qaboos Mosque is the largest mosque, not only in Salalah, but in Dhofar Region and outside of Muscat and Nizwa. Mosque is located in City Center. It’s a huge masjid and a real display of Islamic architecture. The prayer hall is wonderfully decorated with chandeliers, green carpet and wall patterns.
This is all year round attraction. So visitors in khareef season as well as other parts of the year can visit the Mosque.
Muslims can pray the last prayer of night (Isha prayer) inside the mosque.
Non-Muslims can visit inside of the main prayer hall every morning except Friday. In night, they can see the mosque from outside. The mosque is lit beautifully and it would be great to see it even from out side. It’s a beautiful Islamic structure.
Further Reading: The Detailed Post on Sultan Qaboos Mosque Salalah
2. Stroll at Ad Dahariz Beach
Dahariz Beach is the only functional public beach at night time, with lights and restaurants nearby. It has gazebos, walking trek and pristine sitting area on the sand. Just take a mat, or chairs and sit there to enjoy the cool sea breeze at night. Palm trees are spread all across the beach. Walking on the trek is highly recommended.
Here you would be able to eat Fathira, a local bread cooked over pan with oil. Cheese and Honey are added to it. Dahariz beach has a corniche. You can also mention as the only beach front food street in Salalah.
Moreover, you can prepare a delicious barbecue meal on your own on the huts prepared exclusively for that.
Further Reading: Ad Dahariz Beach Guide
3. Visit Al Baleed Archaeological Site and Museum
Al Baleed Archaeological Park (also Al Balid Archeological Site) is an open air historical park in Salalah, Oman. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous for the frankincense trade port in the past.
On its Eastern side, an on-site museum “The Museum of the Frankincense Land” is located. This is the only museum in Salalah.
The museum hosts the following:
- Artifacts excavated from Al Baleed, Sumhuram and Ash Shisr, which are other UNESCO sites in the region. Sumhuram is located East of Al Baleed and Ash Shisr is located on edge of Rub Al Khali desert.
- Historical and archaeological heritage of the Governorate of Dhofar.
- Superb models of Omani boats from 3000 BC to current.
Both of these are open till 8 pm in the evening. If you are late, you can see the site from outside, which is lit beautifully.
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4. Shop at the Souks in Salalah
Salalah has several souks (also spelled as souq), which are basically traditional style markets.
The most popular one is that of Haffa. Al Hosn Souk (also known as Al Haffa Souk, and Frankincense Souk) is an open air market besides the beach in Haffa district. This souk is specialized market in selling of Frankincense, Bukhoor, Perfumes, traditional clothes, other souvenirs and day to day use items. Al Hosn Souk closes at 10 pm.
Second souk on the list is Salalah Central Market. It is a relatively newer souk in Salalah City Center. This market has a lot of shop, mostly of fish, meat and fruits and vegetables. In addition to the shops, there are some restaurants as well. Closes earlier than Haffa Souk and Gold Souk.
The third souq is Gold Souk. Here, you will find gold and silver ornaments, traditional Omani Khanjar and other souvenirs. It’s not big, but it’s nearby to Central Market and Sultan Qaboos Mosque. Golf Souk closes at 10 pm.
Last but not the least, Salalah has a new air-conditioned souk in one of the modern shopping mall. This is Souk in Salalah Gardens Mall. It sells Frankincense, traditional clothes and perfumes.
Exploring souks is a great way to experience Salalah Nightlife like locals.
Further Reading:
- Al Hosn Souk – The Frankincense Souk in Salalah
- Salalah Central Market in City Center
- Gold Souk – The place to buy Gold and Silver Jewelry
- Salalah Gardens Mall – The first Modern Shopping Mall in Salalah
5. Sip Fresh Coconut Drink at Fruit Huts
Fruit Huts in Salalah are famous for the fresh fruits particularly coconut. Having coconut drink at tropical style fruit huts (stalls) is a refreshing activity, recommended for all. You can also eat local bananas here.
Since Salalah is an Islamic city, alcohol is not available. Instead, you can have fresh coconut drink and treat it as Salalah Nightlife drink.
Further Reading: Coconut Drink from Beautiful Fruit Huts in Salalah
6. Walk at Marina in Hawana Salalah
Salalah has a beautiful marina on the eastern side, before Taqah. It’s a 20 minutes drive from Salalah. The place has lots of coffee shops, restaurants and high end dining option. You can eat in doughnut on the lagoon.
In addition to these, a mini cruise is possible on the marina lagoon. Its for 3 Omani rials per person for 15 minutes cruise.
Further Reading: Detailed post on Hawana Salalah
7. Shop in Modern Malls in Salalah City
Salalah has couple of modern malls, where you can shop, or eat in the food court or other restaurants. The popular malls are Salalah Gardens Mall, Oasis Mall, Salalah Grand Mall and Lulu Hypermarket.
All of these malls are within city and can be accessed easily. Here you can see Salalah Nightlife.
Recommended Reading:
- Salalah Gardens Mall Details Post
- Detailed Post on Oasis Mall Salalah
- Lulu Hypermarket in Al Wadi
- Salalah Grand Mall
8. Eat Traditional Food in Salalah
There’s lot of traditional food to eat in Salalah like Madabee, Mishkak, Maajeen, Fatirah, Omani Halwa, and Kunafa.
Ittin Food Street, Halwa shops in Haffa district and the restaurants in Ar Rubat Street are the perfect choice to eat and experience these local cuisines.
In addition to these, Pakistani and Indian cuisines are available in many restaurants (including veg and no-veg).
Dine out is by far the most activity performed in Salalah Nightlife.
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Recommended Place To Stay In Salalah
For experiencing great Salalah nightlife, the best place to stay in Dhofar is in the city of Salalah. There are Over 100 Hotels and Apartments on Booking.com for Salalah, which you can consider for your comfortable and memorable stay.
Booking.comBelow are our recommendations:
Luxury: Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara
There couldn’t be any better choice of staying in Salalah other than Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara. This is the finest and premium resort in the city with private pool villas, which are not available in other resorts.
The location of Anantara is excellent. It is next to the famous tourist location of Al Baleed Archeological Site, Frankincense Land Museum and is on the white sand beach of the Arabian Sea.
Indeed, it is a great place to have a fun filled family vacation. Check prices, reviews, and availability here
Mid Range: Fanar Hotel and Residences
Although Fanar Hotel and Residences is a 5 star resort, its price is almost equal to that of a 3 star hotel in the center of the city. It is located at Hawana Salalah Marina, and is by far the largest resort in Salalah.
The only drawback is that this hotel a little away from the city. But hotel will arrange the airport transfers, so there is nothing to worry about. Also if you have rent a car, or are planning to book guided tours by Beautiful Salalah then it’s an ideal pick. Check prices, reviews, and availability here
Budget: Star House Elite
There are many apartments by the name of Star House, but this one is preferred as it is a nice apartment in the center of the city. There are many restaurants, including Indian cuisine and local food, at walking distance. It’s right opposite of the largest mosque in Salalah – Sultan Qaboos Mosque.
The most unique feature of this apartment is that its on the bus route of Mwasalat public transport and you can arrive here from airport using the bus. Also Star House Elite is at walking distance from the bus station of Mwasalat, GTC, GLT, and other intercity buses. Check prices, reviews, and availability here
The ultimate guide for Salalah Places to Visit ends here. If there is any place that is missed, you can write in comment. If you want to visit any of these places, write to us and we can arrange the sightseeing torus for solo, family, or group.
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