Dubai To Abu Dhabi: Grand Mosque, Royal Palace & Etihad Tower
Overview
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Discover Abu Dhabi’s top landmarks on a full-day premium guided tour from Dubai. Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan Palace, and the Etihad Towers Observation Deck. Enjoy a scenic Corniche drive, a photo stop at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, and pass by Yas Island and Saadiyat Island.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Women should wear long, loose-fitting clothing that covers the arms, legs, and head. A long abaya and scarf will be available to borrow if needed. Men should ensure their shoulders and knees are covered, as clothing will not be provided
The duration of the tour is 9 to 10 hours, depending on traffic.
During any Presidential Events, Qasr Al Watan might shut down to the public without any previous announcements as it is a national palace
Guided tours are not allowed within the palace; your guide will narrate important information about the palace before the visit
Kindly share your WhatsApp number for easy communication during the pickup
Pickup is available from all the Dubai City Hotels, Apartments & Cruise Terminals (Port Rashid & Dubai Harbour). Pickup outside the city limit is available for an additional fee
Tattoos must be covered during the Mosque visit.
The itinerary is for reference only, and the order may change.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Visit to the observation deck of Etihad Tower
Entry ticket to the Qasr Al Watan Presidential Palace
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Louvre Museum photo stop
Live professional tour guide
Unlimited water
Entry ticket to the Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Clean Abaya for ladies for mosque visit (to be returned)
Lunch (Own expenses)
Guided tour inside the Qasr Al Watan Palace
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Discover Abu Dhabi’s past and future on a full-day tour from Dubai. Travel along the scenic Gulf coast as your guide shares stories about the UAE’s capital. Visit the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the largest in the UAE and the third largest mosque in the world, a landmark deeply connected to Emirati culture and faith.
Louvre Abu Dhabi
Stop by the Louvre Museum on Saadiyat Island for a photo stop. Go for a walk outside of the biggest museum in the Gulf region and admire its amazing architecture.
Options
Small Group Tour in Spanish
Enjoy an Abu Dhabi city sightseeing tour with a small group tour (maximum 17 people) with professional Spanish tour guide
Duration: 10 hours
Pickup included
Private English
Pickup included
Small Group Tour in English
Enjoy an Abu Dhabi city sightseeing tour with a small group tour (maximum 17 people) with professional English tour guide
Duration: 9 hours
Pickup included
Private Other Languages
Private Tour: Select this option for a Private tour with a professional guide in your preferred language (Spanish, French, Italian)
Pickup included
Small Group Tour in French
Duration: 9 hours
Pickup included
Small Group Tour in Italian
Enjoy an Abu Dhabi city sightseeing tour with a small group tour (maximum 17 people) with professional Italian tour guide
Duration: 9 hours
Pickup included
Reviews
8,929 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Fantastic Day Trip from Dubai to Abu Dhabi
Laura M,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a fantastic experience on our Viator tour from Dubai to Abu Dhabi, visiting the Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan (the Royal Palace), and Etihad Towers. Each stop was breathtaking in its own way—especially the Grand Mosque, which is truly a must-see for its architectural beauty and serene atmosphere. Our tour guide was excellent—very knowledgeable and shared plenty of interesting historical and cultural context throughout the day. He also had a great sense of humor, which made the tour even more enjoyable and engaging. My only suggestion would be for the guide to walk and talk a bit more slowly, as it was sometimes a challenge to keep up or catch everything he was saying—especially in larger or more crowded areas. Overall, it was a well-organized, well-paced, and memorable day trip. We’d definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to see the highlights of Abu Dhabi while staying in Dubai.
Great tour!
Michael G,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
4.00Tour, guide and driver were all excellent, and highly recommended. Sights visited were wonderful; it was a great day. My only complaint (and the reason for 4 stars instead of 5) is that Viator's booking portal allowed me to select a pick-up/drop off location that was outside the tour operator's range. Not the fault of the tour operator, but a big Viator problem.
Excellent tour, friendly...
rong g,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour, friendly tour guide sunny, great place to visit. Food court was very good . Air conditioning in van could be stronger
Private Abu Dhabi tour with modifications
Rebecca D,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a private tour with Jahan and it was fantastic! He was very prompt, communicative, and personable. As it was a private tour we requested a few modifications to the itinerary and he was so flexible in accommodating us. He is very knowledgeable and kept us entertained. We truly loved our time in Abu Dhabi! I would recommend this tour
Do not miss!
Michelle S,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing tour. Was a full day but so informative- our guide was amazing. Transportation was smooth. Very knowledgeable a lot of photos and a highlight of our trip! We will visit abu dabi in the future strictly bc of this tour! Amazing
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