From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Full-Day City Tour with Qasr Al Watan & Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Full-Day City Tour with Qasr Al Watan & Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Duration: 8 hours
8 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Minibus
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Minibus
Expert local tour guide
Expert local tour guide
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Go for an afternoon tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai with the convenience of shared or private hotel transfers and an English guide who'll acquaint you with UAE's past, present, and future.
Be mesmerized by Ottoman and Fatimid Islamic art at Sheikh Zayed Mosque as you wander beneath the archways decked with Macedonian marble and inlaid with mother-of-pearl stones.
Marvel at the giant chandelier in the prayer hall adorned with Swarovski crystals and resembling an upside-down date palm tree and one of the world's largest chandeliers.
Set your foot at the Presidential Palace of UAE – Qasr Al Watan and explore the labyrinthine white domes, the spectacular Great Hall ornate with earthy tones and gold.
Did you know? The House of Knowledge at Qasr Al Watan showcases rare artifacts like The Birmingham Qur'an, The Atlas Manuscript on Astronomy, and Explanation of Lamiat Al-Zukak on law.
Full-day shared or private tour of Abu Dhabi (based on option selected)
Round-trip shared or private transfers from Dubai (based on option selected)
English-speaking guide
Entry to Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Entry to Qasr Al Watan
Qasr al Watan palace illuminated at night, Abu Dhabi.
Qasr Al Watan: The radiant heart of UAE's governance
Qasr al Watan, also known as the Palace of the Nation, is a majestic cultural landmark of UAE. You will be welcomed into the spectacular Great Hall as soon as you pass through the palace’s imposing archways. The interiors boast opulent halls and chambers featuring ornate carvings, domes, and grand chandeliers.
The Great Hall is often utilized for significant official events, ceremonies, and diplomatic gatherings. Don't forget to visit the Spirit of Collaboration room where you'll come across diplomatic gifts that were exchanged with the UAE as a sign of good ties with other countries. Vases, daggers, swords, and even a piece of cloth that covers the Holy Kaaba—gifts from Saudi Arabia to the United Arab Emirates—are among the artefacts you may find here. The Qasr al Watan Library is another noteworthy feature, where guests can peruse rare manuscripts, historical documents, and artifacts, gaining insights into the nation's journey from its Bedouin roots to its present-day prominence.
Sheikh Zayed Mosque: The melting pot of tradition & modernity
The Sheikh Zayed Mosque, also known as the Grand Mosque is an equally impressive work of architecture that fuses the traditional Arabic & Islamic culture with a more contemporary architectural style. Inside the mosque, you will find grandiose halls, gold calligraphy, and majestic carpets. Boasting a seating capacity of more than 40,000, the mosque lures visitors from across the globe. Revered as the "White Pearl of the Gulf," it stands as a breathtaking marvel of marble and gold, surrounded by meticulously manicured lawns and shimmering pools The hollows of its onion-top domes meticulously engraved with verses from the Quran is sure to leave you in complete awe.
Itinerary
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11pm-12pm: Pick-up from Dubai
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1:30pm: Entry to Sheikh Zayed Mosque
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Entry to Qasr Al Watan
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7pm-8pm: Return from Abu Dhabi
Ornate interior of Qasr al Watan in Abu Dhabi with intricate patterns and grand arches.
Ornate ceiling details of Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi, showcasing intricate patterns and arches.
Qasr al Watan palace illuminated at night, Abu Dhabi.
Ornate interior of Qasr al Watan in Abu Dhabi with intricate patterns and grand arches.
Ornate ceiling details of Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi, showcasing intricate patterns and arches.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi with blue sky background.
Accessibility
- Facilities: Lockers, Wheelchair & Stroller Accessibility, Baby Changing, and Feeding Room.
What to bring
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It is recommended to wear sunglasses during your visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
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For women, it is recommended to wear a traditional robe (abaya) and a headscarf (shayla).
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When you visit the mosque you should completely cover your arms, legs, and hair.
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For men, it is recommended to wear long trousers and long sleeves.
What’s not allowed
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Overt display of affection is not allowed inside Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
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Note: No transparent clothing, half sleeves, skirts, beach wear, jeans, or tight clothing is allowed inside the mosque.
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Smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle.
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Photographing local women is not allowed.
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Consumption of food and drink is not permitted in the great hall or exhibition rooms of Qasr Al Watan. You can only consume in restaurant areas of the palace and in the gardens.
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Pets or animals are not allowed in the Palace or the Palace grounds of Qasr Al Watan.
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Woman in abaya at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi, with domes and minarets in view.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi with blue sky background.
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Woman in abaya at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi, with domes and minarets in view.
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