Buy Omani rial
Oman offers a heady mix of traditional Arabian landscapes and modern cities. There is plenty to spend your rials on here, from camel rides on the sand to visits to beautiful landmarks, all while you take in Oman’s rich and varied culture.
Today's rate:
- OMR= £1
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What to spend your rials on
Entry to the Omani-French Museum
0.5 OMR
A traditional Omani meal
3-12 OMR
Taxi from Muscat International Airport to Muscat city central
12 OMR
Go dolphin watching
35 OMR
Private day tour of Rustaq
50 OMR
A budget
RecalculateMust-sees in Oman
- Muscat
- Oman’s capital is home to the spectacular Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, open every day except Fridays. If you fancy relaxing, head to Qurum Beach.
- Sur
- There’s history on offer here at both the Ras al Hadd Castle and the Sunaysilah Fort. However, the main attraction is the Wadi Shab, a stunning blue pool (just take sturdy shoes!)
- Khasab
- The Oman Fjords offer a dramatic backdrop to Khasab, which is a great spot if you fancy diving. Khasab Fort is also very impressive, providing a window into Oman’s past.
Relish the rial
The Omani rial (OMR) in its current form was introduced in 1973, replacing the rial Saidi, which had only been the country’s currency since 1970. Previously, the Indian rupee was used here, when the country was known as the state of Muscat and Oman.
There are 1,000 baisa to every OMR. The vast majority of payments made in Oman are with cash rather than card, even for larger bills, so take a healthy supply of the various notes to ensure you can settle any bills easily.
Tipping in Oman is purely down to personal choice, with hotels and restaurants not likely to expect it of you. However, it is more common to tip guides, especially after long tours.
Frequently used banknotes
OMR notes used commonly are ½, 1, 5, 10, 20 and 50. Notes are also available for 100 and 200 baisa, while coins available are for 5, 10, 25 and 50 baisa.
Buying Omani rial online is easy
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*The figures provided are indicative only and are there to provide an idea of the amount of travel money you may need during your trip.