Day trip

Dubai: Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque, Palace, and Heritage Village

4.8  / 5772 reviews
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Day trip
Dubai: Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque, Palace, and Heritage Village
4.8  / 5772 reviews

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. Enjoy photo stops at the Emirates Palace.

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Duration 8 hours
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Driver
English
Pickup included
See pickup & drop-off

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

J
Joyce – United Kingdom

Fantastic, a little rushed but we got to see everything we wanted and more

J
Joyce – United Kingdom
J
Joyce – United Kingdom

The trip was amazing, ran so smoothly, pick up from hotel, transferred to a driver who took us to the guide, lovely small intimate group of 6 in a lovely air conditioned vehicle, water provided. Could have benefitted with a bit more time at each stop, but it’s a long day and I understand why, there was so much to see. Excellent value for money. I’d tell anyone to go!

J
Joyce – United Kingdom

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Pickup location:

    Dubai

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Abu Dhabi Heritage Village

    Visit, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

  • The Corniche, Abu Dhabi

    Pass by (10 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Qasr Al Watan

    Visit (1 hour)

  • Etihad Towers

    Pass by (5 minutes)

  • Emirates Palace

    Photo stop (10 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Sheikh Zayed Mosque

    Free time, Sightseeing, Walk (1.5 hours)

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Dubai

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Step inside Sheikh Zayed Mosque and marvel at its breathtaking Islamic art
  • Visit the presidential palace at Qasr al Watan and admire Arabian craftsmanship
  • Gaze at the vast prayer hall and exquisite chandeliers of Sheikh Zayed Mosque
  • Enjoy a quick photo stop at the impressive Emirates Palace
  • Learn about the desert life and culture at the Heritage Village.

Full description

Start your Abu Dhabi tour with pickup from your hotel. First, visit the Heritage Village to see traditional desert life and watch live craft displays. Walk through the local markets to find unique items and learn about the area’s culture. Next, enjoy a drive along the Abu Dhabi Corniche, a beautiful waterfront with parks and restaurants, offering views of the iconic Etihad Towers. Then, visit Qasr Al Watan, the Presidential Palace, to admire its stunning architecture, grand halls, and peaceful gardens while learning about the UAE's history and culture. Stop by the luxurious Emirates Palace for a quick photo opportunity. End the tour with a comfortable drop-off at your hotel, having explored Abu Dhabi’s cultural and architectural gems.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dubai
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Driver
  • Entry to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
  • Entry to Heritage Village
  • Entry to Qasr Al Watan Palace
  • Mineral water
  • Guide
  • Lunch

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

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Participants

Date

Pickup & drop-off

Pickup details

Pickup is available from Dubai hotels, apartments, Port Rashid, and Dubai Harbour.

See pickup area
Pickup time

0 - 45 minutes before the activity starts.

Drop-off point
Same as pickup points.

Important information

Not allowed

  • Shorts
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • Tour duration includes pickups and drop-offs
  • Dress modestly: women should cover their arms, legs, and heads and men should cover their knees and shoulders
  • Tattoos must be covered during the Mosque visit.
  • Avoid Friday tours if you have to catch a flight as traffic may affect drop-off times
  • During presidential events, Qasr Al Watan Palace will be closed to the public without any prior announcement, which could result in its replacement by the Louvre Museum
  • Mosque Hours:
  • Sat to Thu: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Last entry 9:30 PM)
  • Fri: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Last entry 11:30 AM) and from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM (Last entry 9:30 PM)

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 772 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Joyce – United KingdomFebruary 1, 2025  – Verified booking
Fantastic, a little rushed but we got to see everything we wanted and more
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Joyce – United KingdomJanuary 20, 2025  – Verified booking
The trip was amazing, ran so smoothly, pick up from hotel, transferred to a driver who took us to the guide, lovely small intimate group of 6 in a lovely air conditioned vehicle, water provided. Could have benefitted with a bit more time at each stop, but it’s a long day and I understand why, there was so much to see. Excellent value for money. I’d tell anyone to go!
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Paulien – BelgiumJanuary 16, 2025  – Verified booking
Abrar was a great guide, he gave a lot of extra info about the UAE and the buildings where we drove by. A great experience!
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Product ID: 555537

Activity provider:OceanAir Travels

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