Car Hire in Ruwi Muscat - Mini guide to Ruwi Muscat

Oman is in the Middle East and has a northern border with Saudi Arabia and a southeast coast on the Indian Ocean. Oman boasts outstanding beaches, vast deserts, tall mountains and countless historic fortresses. Car hire in Ruwi Muscat is an ideal choice for travel. Ruwi is the city centre district of Muscat, Oman's capital city.

Ruwi contains most of the city's financial institutions and business addresses. A fair proportion of Muscat's hotels and shops are also in this district. Well maintained highways lead out from Ruwi and, using a car rental in Ruwi Muscat, offer access to most regional destinations.

The ancient city of Nizwa is in a fertile valley ringed by mountains, 125kms inland from Ruwi. Nizwa boasts an imposing 17th century fortress and a souk (traditional market) that is one of Oman's largest. Nizwa Souk is packed with hawkers offering local handicrafts and delicacies as well as household items and sundries.

Picturesque seasonal waterfalls are close to Nizwa and Tanu, a medieval village. Oman's inner desert and mountainous territory are accessible with a car hire in Ruwi Muscat. The region offers climbing, caving, hiking and camel tours. Camel race meetings are occasional events that are an interesting cultural event.

Cheap car hire in Ruwi Muscat is a cost effective way of going to Rustaq and nearby beaches such as Ras Al Hadd and Al Sawadi. Rustaq possesses a photogenic castle and restorative hot springs. Al Sawadi Beach boasts pristine seas and soft sands ringed by palm trees. Oman's beaches are safe for swimming and also have sailing, fishing and scuba diving.

Car hire deals in: Oman

We rent the following types of cars: Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or equiv.), Mini, Small family (Ford Focus or equiv.), Medium family (Toyota Avensis or equiv.), large family (BMW 5 series), 4x4, SUV, Convertible, Van, Sports car, Luxury cars.

Hire cheap cars from the following suppliers, Ebookers, Opodo, Avis, Expedia, Sixt, Thrifty and budget rental prices from EasyCar, Budget, Holiday Autos, Economy, 121carhire.