Explore one of the world's most spectacular sites of worship on a half-day guided tour of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi. Benefit from round-trip transfers from your hotel in Dubai.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup included
- Complimentary pickup is available from Dubai City hotels, apartments, and Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal or Port Rashid. Pickup from Dubai Airport is available from Holiday Inn Airport Hotel. Pickup will be made within 0-40 minutes of your selected time as per your location.
Experience
10 pickup location options:
Downtown Dubai, Deira, Jumeirah Village Circle, Al Barsha, Dubai Marina, Al Sufouh, Bur Dubai, Dubai Festival City, Umm Suqeim, The Palm Jumeirah
Van
(1.5 hours)
Sheikh Zayed Mosque
(2 hours)
Van
(1.5 hours)
10 drop-off locations:
Bur Dubai, Jumeirah Village Circle, Downtown Dubai, Deira, Dubai Festival City, The Palm Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim, Dubai Marina, Al Sufouh, Al Barsha
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
- Discover a stunning monument to Islamic architecture at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
- Marvel at impressive features, such as the marble mosaics and Swarovski chandeliers
- Get a better understanding of Islamic culture and the vision of the former president of the UAE
- Take some spectacular photos of the complex and its impressive structures
Depart Dubai and journey to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi by modern air-conditioned vehicle. Relax in comfort on the 90-minute drive with your professional guide. On arrival, marvel at the 8th largest mosque in the world. Spread over 30 acres, the magnificent structure took more than a decade to build and now stands as a showcase for the United Arab Emirate’s Islamic cultural heritage. Roam around the site that can accommodate up to 40,000 worshippers at any one time. Marvel at priceless features, such as the huge Swarovski crystal chandeliers, floral mosaics, and artifacts of gold, silver, and marble.
Be amazed by the gigantic carpet in the main prayer hall. Measuring 60,570 square feet and weighing 35 tons, the carpet was made in Iran and is the result of the toil of thousands of carpet weavers over 2 years. Take stunning memorable photos of the complex and its awe-inspiring architecture, and get a better appreciation of the vision of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the late president of the UAE and the mastermind behind the mosque.
Depart Abu Dhabi and journey back to Dubai for a drop-off at your hotel or designated location.
- Pickup and drop-off from Dubai by air-conditioned vehicle
- 2-hour visit at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
- English-speaking guide
- Abaya and scarf (long black attire) for ladies (to be returned)
- Cold mineral water
- Clothes for men
- Tips (optional)
- Wheelchair users
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Not allowed
- Pets
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- Women must wear long, loose clothing to ensure that their arms and legs are fully covered. Women are also required to cover their heads at all times
- If required, a long abaya with scarf (long black attire) may be borrowed from the the activity provider
- Men must not reveal skin above their knees and their shoulders must be covered
- Failure to do so will result in refused entry
- Please note, no clothes are provided for men
- The duration of the tour includes time required for travel to and from the destination
- It is not possible to visit the Sheikh Zayed Mosque during any Islamic festivals