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people ale super nice. they were talking to us, waving, asking if we are happy here and wishing us good stay. beautiful old town, gorgeous old buildings. amazing and not so priced food. in central souq prices are high, but if you go to eastern souq you can meet nice people and buy good things in great prices! there’s drinkable water on the streets for free. lots of plants in whole city. unlike many big cities, Nizwa is very walkable, you don’t need a car or taxi to explore it. highly recommended:)

Nizwa is a small yet beautiful town located at an hour and a half drive from Muscat. Drive from Muscat to Nizwa and back has breathtaking views especially during winters and people are friendly. Trip to Nizwa Souq is a must and drive around the city is enjoyable too. Souq offers the opportunity to experience the culture and heritage of Oman and Antique shops are amazing. For those going to Jebel Akhdar, its just 35 - 40 kms from Nizwa, depending on which part of the town you are in. It can be just a day trip for those travelling from Muscat or a weekend retreat if someone is looking for a small break. Overall really worth a visit.

The historical center is very calm, Nizwa Fort is very impressive. Etrance fee a little bit expensive 5 OMR. The Mosque in the center is open for non-muslims in the morning. The guy inside the mosque was very kind. There are good traditional restaurants, markets as date market, money exchange. Parking is free in the city. Circulation is simple.

Can I just say something, when you are traveling be open-minded. This is an antique inn which is about more than 300 years old, of course they do not have the amenities unlike a hotel but they provide you as a guest with the best that they possibly could. If the room, bathroom (extremely important for me) is clean, it is all I need for a few night stay. Remember it is not a hotel, this is a place where no money will buy you the experience of staying in such a cozy, quaint and peaceful escape. This place lit up in the most beautiful ways at night and so serene in the day. If you are too fussy and high-maintenance then look elsewhere. This is a place for the ones who wants to escape the bustling concrete city life and bask in tranquility, hearing the rooster crowing and enjoy the simple village life. One should count their lucky stars to find a gem of a place like Antique Inn in Nizwa.

I have visited there couple of times already. Every time I visit there, the place makes me feel cozy/warm. Walking around between old mad houses, Palm Plantation, and Waterway can always give us the hint of good old life in the area. Nizwa could be the nice stop you can also do some grocery shopping in big super market before you head to Jebel Shams for camping too.

Great fort a must see, the castle lacked information but well maintained. A must see if you are in Nizwa. The souq is ok great if you have never seen a souq before. The old town is definitely worth exploring.