Riyam Park: A Complete Guide

A full guide to Riyam Park at the eastern end of Mutrah Corniche in Muscat, Oman: the giant white incense burner monument on the hill, lawns and play area, evening walks along the corniche, nearby Mutrah Fort, the souq and Old Muscat, and tips.

At the end of the corniche, where the mountains come down to the sea, a giant white incense burner stands on the hill. Below it, families spread out on the lawns as the evening cools.

The park

Riyam Park lies at the eastern end of Mutrah Corniche, between the sea and the mountains. It has lawns, shady trees and a small amusement area, and is a favourite family spot in the evenings. The play area suits children.

Riyam Park in Mutrah Photo: Alexey Komarov · CC BY-SA 4.0

The incense burner

The park is best known for the giant white incense burner monument on the hill above it. It is lit up after dark, a striking sight above the park.

Walks

A hiking trail towards Mutrah starts nearby. The easiest walk of all is along the corniche itself, from Mutrah Souq to Riyam Park.

Mutrah Fort About 1.2 km away.
Bait Al Zubair About 1.4 km away.
Mutrah Souq About 1.5 km away.
Al Mirani Fort About 1.6 km away.
Al Alam Palace About 1.8 km away, in Old Muscat.

Visiting

Entry is free. November to March is the most comfortable season. Come in the late afternoon and stay into the evening, when the park is at its liveliest.