Nizwá travel guide
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You're Going to Love Nizwá
With a population of 72 076, Nizwá is the largest city in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Nizwá deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Nizwá
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Nizwá in June, when the average temperature is 36 °C, and the highest can go up to 44 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12 °C, with an average temperature of 19 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 15 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Nizwá, with an average rainfall of 1 mm.
How to Get to Nizwá
Plane
Although Nizwá doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Muscat Seeb (MCT), which is located 107 km from Nizwá. The shortest flight to Nizwá from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 11h 25m.
Car
Another option to get to Nizwá is to pick up a car hire from Muscat, which is about 115 km from Nizwá. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Dollar, among others, in Muscat.
Airports near Nizwá
Airlines serving Nizwá
Where to stay in Nizwá
From 5-star hotels such as the Alila Jabal Akhdar to great affordable options like the Al Diyar Hotel, Nizwá offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £53 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £199 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Nizwá
Most booked hotels in Nizwá
Hiring a car in Nizwá
Expect to pay £0.50 per litre in Nizwá (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £5.93 and £7.91.