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From Abu Dhabi: Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan Palace & Etihad Tower

4.8(161 reviews)Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesOperated by privatedubaitours.com
  • Duration6 hours
  • GroupShared · max 15
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesGerman, English, Italian
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

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

What to expect

6 hours5 stopsShared tourMax 15 travellers
  1. 1 hour 30 minAdmission included

    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.

  2. The Corniche

    Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    Pass by

    Next, head to city Corniche to admire its clean water and surroundings.

  3. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

    West Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    Pass by

    The trip to Abu Dhabi is incomplete without taking at least one picture with the Emirates Palace in the backdrop. This place is a magical destination of ethereal beauty and unique experience. With this photo stop, take some cool pictures to cherish forever.

  4. Etihad Towers

    King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    30 minutesAdmission included

    Let’s continue the tour to our next destination of five stunning towers, Etihad Towers. If you are a Fast and Furious die Hard Fan then rewind to the scene of the 7th installment to relive the scene and take a visit to this imposing tower observation deck to enjoy panoramic views of Abu Dhabi.

  5. Qasr Al Watan

    Al Ras Al Akhdar, UAE Presidential Palace, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    1 hour 30 minAdmission included

    After which, let’s proceed to the Presidential Palace, the Qasr Al Watan. Indulge in a quirky opportunity to walk in the hallways of the Palace of the Nations. The place is a reflection of the Arabian artistry and heritage, which also serves as a treasure of knowledge about the story of Arabia in the contemporary world. Now that we have covered the eminent destinations of Abu Dhabi, you will be dropped back to your hotel or selected location with loads of memories of today’s trip. Later you will be taken back to your hotel or selected location.

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup is included for all travellers.

Pickup starts about 45 minutes before the departure time.

Pickup locations63

The operator lists 63 pickup points. 39 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences39

  • The Eclipse Boutique SuitesLiwa Street, Abu Dhabi, 113499, United Arab Emirates
  • Executive SuitesSheikh Sultan Bin Zayed The First Street, Muroor Road No.4, Al Nahyan Camp, Near First Abu Dhabi Bank And Opposite Al Mamoura Building, Abu Dhabi, 107009, United Arab Emirates
  • Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi by MillenniumAl Salam Street, Al Zahiyah, Abu Dhabi, 48573, United Arab Emirates
  • Ramee Rose Hotel ApartmentsAl Sharaqi Street, Abu Dhabi, 51153, United Arab Emirates
  • Tryp by Wyndham Abu Dhabi City CentreKhalifa Bin Zayed The First St, Al Danah - Zone 1, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Villaggio Hotel Abu DhabiAl Salam St, Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Marriott Hotel Downtown, Abu DhabiSheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street, PO Box 37421, Abu Dhabi, 00000, United Arab Emirates
  • Uptown Hotel Apartments Abu Dhabi by GewanHamdan Bin Mohammed St, Behind Al Ahlia Hospital, Al Danah, Zone 1, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Golden Tulip Downtown Abu DhabiFatima Bint Mubarak Street, Sharie Hamdan - Behind Adidas And Kfc, Abu Dhabi, 2471, United Arab Emirates
  • Al Rawda Arjaan by RotanaOld Airport Rd, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Paragon HotelZayed The First St, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Beach Rotana All SuitesAl Maiyani Street, Al Zahiyah Area, Abu Dhabi, 45200, United Arab Emirates
  • Al Diar Dana HotelAl Zahiyah Street, Tourist Club, Abu Dhabi, 47300, United Arab Emirates
  • Al Hamra Plaza Residence Abu DhabiNajda Street, P.O. Box 4604, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Novel Hotel City CenterSheikh Hamdan Street, Hamdan Centre, Abu Dhabi, 47136, United Arab Emirates
  • The Abu Dhabi EDITIONAl Bateen Marina, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Al Ain Palace HotelCorniche Street, Zone 1e9-01, Abu Dhabi, P O Box 33, United Arab Emirates
  • Euro Hotel ApartmentsMuroor Street, Abu Dhabi, 16134, United Arab Emirates
  • Lou Lou Asfar Hotel ApartmentMuroor Road, Building No. 1216, Between 23rd & 25th Street, Abu Dhabi, 70057, United Arab Emirates
  • Cristal Hotel Abu DhabiZayed the 1 Street, Adjacent to Madinat Zayed Shopping Centre, Abu Dhabi, 72898, United Arab Emirates
  • Strand HotelSalam Street, Tourist Club, Near KM Hypermarket, Abu Dhabi, 51153, United Arab Emirates
  • Grand Millennium Al WahdaHazza Bin Zayed Street Al Wahda Complex, Al Wahda Complex, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Oryx HotelZayed the First Street, Khalidiya Area, Abu Dhabi, 54845, United Arab Emirates
  • Al Jazira Club HotelAl Muroor Road, Abu Dhabi, 2750, United Arab Emirates
  • Le Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi113 Khalifa Street, PO Box 45505, Abu Dhabi, 00000, United Arab Emirates
  • Al Maha Arjaan By Rotana302, Saeed Bin Ahmed Al Otaiba Street, Al Danah, Zone 1, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Abu Dhabi Plaza Hotel ApartmentsAl Najda Street, Corner Electra Street, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Howard Johnson by Wyndham Abu DhabiShk Khalifa St, Abu Dhabi, 73095, United Arab Emirates
  • Centro Al ManhalSheikh Rashid Bin Saeed St, Street No. 2, Airport Road, Abu Dhabi, 109595, United Arab Emirates
  • Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort, Abu Dhabi CornicheCorniche Rd, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Ramee Guestline Hotel Apartments I16135 Hamdan Bin Mohamed St, Hamdan, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • TOP Grand Continental Flamingo HotelHamdan Bin Mohamed St., Near Al Jazeera Towers, Abu Dhabi, 28080, United Arab Emirates
  • Gava HotelMuroor Road, Opposite Dar Al Shifa Hospital, Abu Dhabi, 44227, United Arab Emirates
  • OYO 471 Home 403, 503, 603403, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Sahara Hotel Apartments2nd St, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Almohairabi ResortAl Dhafra Street, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Liwa Hotel ApartmentsMadinat Zayed - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates, Behind Main Post Office, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Cassells Hotel ApartmentsAl Markaziyah 1 St, P. O. Box 59949, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Platinum Hotel ApartmentKhalid Bin Al Waleed Street 322, Abu Dhabi, 55159, United Arab Emirates
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

Complimentary Pickup is available from Abu Dhabi city hotels, apartments, and Cruise terminal Abu Dhabi ( Port Zayed ).  Pickup from Abu Dhabi Airport is available from Premier Inn Hotel Abu Dhabi.  Pickup time will be within 45 minutes before your booked time. You will be contacted via WhatsApp, email, or phone the day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time

Redemption

You can present either a paper or electronic voucher for this activity. All the Restaurant Not Available during the of Ramadan month  • 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 cover their heads at all times. However, company will provide long-local Abaya with scarf (long black dress-attire). 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 • Children must be accompanied by an adult • Not wheelchair accessible

What's included

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.

Not included

  • 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)

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–3), Child (4–11), Adult (12–99)

Additional information

  • 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.

Languages

Guide
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 16 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Asia/Dubai
Product code
41982P14

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements
  • Drop-off address
  • How you are arriving
  • Cruise arrival time
  • Cruise ship name

Traveller reviews

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