The Muscat Gate Museum has very little to do with gates and everything to do with the city’s history. It opened in 2001 within the fortress walls above the gate leading from the old city of Muscat to the neighbouring town of Muttrah. Although many people may find the exhibits less than thrilling (unless you are really interested in the history of Muscat as told primarily through photographs), the museum offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside from the battlements.