From Abu Dhabi: Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan Palace & Etihad Tower
Overview
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6 hours
Mobile ticket
How about we travel to the magnificent beauty of Abu Dhabi and get immersed in the stunning destinations in this half-day city tour? Check out the aesthetic essence of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, relaxing scenery of Abu Dhabi Corniche, the opulent charm of Emirates Palace, Etihad Towers and many more.
Highlights
Visit the nation’s largest mosque, the ‘Sheikh Zayed Mosque’
Stroll around the scenic beauty of Abu Dhabi Corniche
Appreciate the wonder appealing Emirates Palace and Etihad Towers
Drench in the artistic and Arabian heritage of Qasr Al Watan Palace
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour guiding by professional tour guide Bilingual Languages.
Mosques Dress Code. Mosques have very strict dress codes, when visiting; Women must wear long loose clothing, insure their arms and legs are fully covered. Women are also required to their heads at all times. However, company will provide long-local Abaya with scarf (long black dress-attire) if needed which must be returned back.
Men must not show above their knees and cover their shoulders. Failure to do so will result in refused entry. Company does not provide any kind of clothes to men.
Infants are not charged if they don’t require a seat.
Pick-up from your Abu Dhabi City Central hotels and cruise port only from outside the Cruise port gate, Airport pick up is available only from Premier inn Abu Dhabi Airport hotel.
Large bags or luggage is not allowed.
Entry to the Qasr Al Watan may be prohibited during presidential events but will be replaced with Louvre Museum (based on availability)
There will be no entry for the tour guide inside the Qasr Al Watan but he will narrate you all the required information before you enter the Palace.
There is a shuttle bus service to the entrance from the main gate of the palace.
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
Etihad Tower Observation deck visit
Sheikh Zayed Mosque Entry Tickets
Cold mineral water
Abaya with scarf for Ladies (local long black dress attire to visit mosque)
Entry fee based on the itinerary especially to Qasr Al Watan
Pick up and drop off to your selected location / hotel in Abu Dhabi.
Clean and air-conditioned modern vehicle.
Professional licensed tour guide.
Any extra services or expenses not mentioned above.
Tipping Kitty
Guide inside the Qasr Al Watan Palace
Entrance inside Emirates Palace (however it can be viewed from outside)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Begin this thrilling half-day city tour to the notable destinations of Abu Dhabi with a prompt pick up from your hotel or selected location in Abu Dhabi in an air-conditioned vehicle. Let’s head to see the alluring white marble structure that serves as an epitome of splendor and elegance, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The mosque is known as the ‘White Pearl of the Gulf’ and is the largest in the country and the third largest mosque in the world. It took over 12 years to complete this truly majestic mosque and holds official world records for having the world's largest handmade carpet and the largest chandelier in the world.
The Corniche
Next, head to city Corniche to admire its clean water and surroundings.
Options
Shared Tour in Italian
Select this option for a tour with a professional Italian-speaking guide in a small group (maximum 17 people).
Pickup included
Shared Tour in German
Select this option for a tour with a professional German-speaking guide in a small group (maximum 17 people).
Pickup included
Shared Tour in English
Select this option for a tour with a professional English-speaking guide in a small group (maximum 17 people).
Pickup included
Shared Tour in Spanish
Select this option for a tour with a professional Spanish-speaking guide in a small group (maximum 17 people).
Pickup included
Shared Tour in French
Pickup included
Reviews
151 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Overall good tour -...
Karol K,
Jun 7, 2025
- Viator
4.00Overall good tour - smaller group option comparable to what was offered on the cruise ship. Basic highlights of the city at a reasonable price
The tour was great! Ahmed...
Robin M,
May 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was great! Ahmed got us in quickly to all attractions and helped us secure a great lunch despite limited time. He was very accommodating and particularly gracious with a disabled participant on our tour. We were able to see so many beautiful parts of Abu Dhabi in a one day! I highly recommend this tour!
100% Recommended tour with Moustapha to enjoy major monuments in AbuDhabi!
Alvarez C,
Oct 29, 2024
- Viator
5.00Visit of the grand mosque, palace and Etihad tower was really amazing. Moustapha was a great guide, he wanted us to enjoy the visit and we really felt it was genuine. He was very helpful, always making sure that we understood, that had the best pictures from the best places. He was always smiling and making the tour fun and enjoyable. Thanks to Moustapha for being such a nice guide!
Very energetic,...
Audrius N,
Oct 25, 2024
- Viator
5.00Very energetic, knowledgeable and sympathetic guide. The tour included the most interesting sights of Abu Dhabi, and enough time was allowed to enjoy them all.
Didn’t happen
Jane M,
May 2, 2024
- Viator
1.00Didn’t get to go as the weather meant the trip was cancelled. I ended up sitting in my hotel lobby for over an hour before I found out. Communication with customers needs to be improved!
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