Dubai: Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque, Palace, and Heritage Village
Al Markaziyah West, Abu Dhabi
Explore Abu Dhabi's top sights on this day trip from Dubai. Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr al Watan Palace, and the Heritage Village.
This Abu Dhabi cultural tour suits travelers interested in Islamic art, traditional desert life, and architectural landmarks.
Highlights
- Step inside Sheikh Zayed Mosque and admire its Islamic art and vast prayer hall
- Visit Qasr Al Watan Presidential Palace to see Arabian craftsmanship and grand halls
- Explore the Heritage Village and learn about desert life and culture
- Drive along the Abu Dhabi Corniche with views of the Etihad Towers
Description
Begin your tour with hotel pickup. Visit the Heritage Village to experience traditional desert life and watch live craft demonstrations. Walk through the local markets to discover regional culture and products.
Next, enjoy a scenic drive along the Abu Dhabi Corniche waterfront, featuring parks and restaurants with views of the Etihad Towers.
Continue to Qasr Al Watan, the Presidential Palace, to admire its architecture, grand halls, and gardens while learning about the UAE’s history.
The tour concludes with a comfortable drop-off at your hotel after exploring Abu Dhabi’s cultural landmarks.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dubai
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver service
- Entry to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
- Entry to Heritage Village
- Entry to Qasr Al Watan Palace
- Bottled mineral water
Excludes
- Tour guide
- Lunch
Important Information
- Tour duration includes pickups and drop-offs
- Women must wear long, loose clothing covering arms, legs, and head; transparent clothing is not allowed
- Men must cover shoulders, legs, and knees
- Tattoos must be covered during the mosque visit
- Avoid Friday tours if you have a flight to catch as traffic can delay drop-offs
- Qasr Al Watan Palace may close without notice during presidential events and could be replaced by a visit to the Louvre Museum
- Mosque opening hours:
- Saturday to Thursday: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM (last entry 9:30 PM)
- Friday: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (last entry 11:30 AM) and 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM (last entry 9:30 PM)
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For a smooth visit, bring appropriate clothing for mosque entry and plan your tour on non-Friday days. Book in advance to secure your preferred date and time.