Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Mosque Half-Day Guided Tour from Dubai
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This special sightseeing tour takes you to the most celebrated attraction of Abu Dhabi, the majestic & beautiful Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Explore the mosque's gorgeous architecture and unique artistic splendor on this half-day, guided tour. This tour includes entrance fees and transport by an air-conditioned vehicle.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Mosque dress code : Mosques have very strict dress codes for visitors. Women must wear long, loose clothing and ensure their arms and legs are fully covered. Women are also required to keep their heads covered at all times. If needed, the company will provide you with an abaya: a long, black garment with a head scarf which must be returned back. Men must be covered from just above the knees, and cover their shoulders. Failure to do so will result in refused entry. The company does not provide any kind of clothing for men
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Qasr Al Watan may be closed without notice during presidential events. In such cases, this visit will be replaced with Heritage Village
ANNOUNCEMENT: As per the national government of Abu Dhabi Qasr Al Watan (PRESIDENTIAL PALACE) will be closed from 11th October (FRIDAY) until 17th October (THURSDAY)
There is a shuttle bus service to the entrance from the main gate of the palace. Guided tours are not permitted inside the Palace
Pickup will be from 8:00 AM and 8:45 AM for the Morning option. Please be ready at the hotel lobby by 8:00AM.
Afternoon tour, the pickup will be from 03:30 PM to 04:15 PM. Please be ready at the hotel lobby by 03:30 PM
Kindly share your Whatsapp number for easy communication during the pickup
Mosque Hours: Sat to Thu: 9:00 am - 10:00 pm (Last entry 9:30 pm)
Fri: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (Last entry 11:30 am) & from 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Last entry 9:30 pm)
Tattoos must be covered for 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
Sheikh Zayed Mosque Entry Tickets
Professional licensed tour guide
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Cold mineral water
Hotel/accommodation pickup and drop-off (central Dubai hotels only)
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Any additional services or expenses not specified as included
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel/ accommodation and take you to the imposing Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. This is one of the most prominent symbols of contemporary Islamic architecture in the world. It took 11 years to complete this immense mosque, which covers over 30 acres of Land. The incredible view of the Grand Mosque will be a feast for your eyes as it combines the cultural diversity of Islamic art with modern architecture and design. The exterior surfaces of the Grand Mosque are covered in Sivec marble from Greece and Macedonia and its main dome is one of the largest mosque-domes in the world. Get to the Mosque to watch its rich traditional designs from floor to ceiling. The mosque offers plenty of attractions, most notable among them are the world’s largest hand-woven carpet (measuring around 60,570 sq ft. this carpet was hand-woven by about 1,200 - 1,300 carpet knitters), the world's largest marble mosaic floral design, the world's third-largest chandelier (that adorns the main prayer hall), and glass panels studded with Swarovski crystals. The Mosque interiors are richly decorated with verses of the Holy Quran in three varieties of Arabic calligraphy. As you move around the premises you can see the reflective pools that surround the Mosque, which in turn amplify its beauty. Overall you will never get tired exploring this gigantic structural masterpiece. After completing the Mosque visit and a few memorable photo sessions, you will be dropped back at your hotel/ accommodation.
Options
Half-Day Sharing Tour English
Enjoy a half-day Sheikh Zayed Mosque tour in Abu Dhabi on sharing basis with an English-speaking driver.
Pickup included
Reviews
430 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque
Rachel H,
May 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Had an amazing experience visiting the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, it was spectacular and stunning to see, and we enjoyed learning about the building. Our tour guide Ibrahim was really knowledgeable, friendly and looked after us well. Would definitely recommend this trip.
A wonderful experience....
JNaia B,
Apr 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00A wonderful experience. My kids learned a lot about the UAE and got to experience the beautiful Mosque.
A great first day...
Leah G,
Apr 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00A great first day experience. Ramadan was a fantastic tour guide, very knowledgeable, and super helpful to make sure we had everything we needed to get into the mosque.
Our tour guide,Yusuf gave...
Reginald L,
Mar 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide,Yusuf gave us a great experience by providing facts and history of not only the Grand Mosque but of Islam and the culture of the UAE. Throughout the tour he was able to give explanations of what went into building the Grand Mosque and made sure to answer any and all questions no matter if we felt shy or reluctant to ask. Yusuf is a great photographer as well and knows how to work the camera angles on a phone :)
Beautiful architecture and learned about the history and culture of the mosque and UAE
Selina A,
Sep 10, 2024
- Viator
5.00Pickup from hotel was using a mini van, then we were transferred to a larger coach bus. Our tour guide, Adnan, was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of information about UAE and the mosque. The architecture was beautiful, both in the outer courtyard and inside. The tour was structured and well organized. There were designated stops for photo taking, and our guide kindly offered to take lots of photos. Weather was very hot in the summer, but we got a bit of a break in the prayer rooms as those are air conditioned. There is also a mall right across from the mosque (connected underground) which is air conditioned, and there are shops where you can browse and purchase an abaya / head scarf if needed. The mall also has souvenir shops, ice cream and specialty camel milk chocolate stores, food court, and a sit-down restaurant serving authentic Arabic cuisine.
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