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From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque & Founder's Memorial Tour

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From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque & Founder's Memorial Tour

Activity provider:OceanAir Travels
4.9  / 5718 reviews
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Explore Abu Dhabi's attractions on a guided tour from Dubai. Visit Founders Memorial, honoring the visionary legacy of the UAE's founding father, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and the Qasr Al Watan Palace.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pickup is available from any hotel or apartment in Dubai. Pickup will take place within 0-40 minutes of your selected start time.

Experience

Highlights
  • Honor the life, legacy, & vision of UAE’s Founder at the Founder’s Memorial
  • Be in awe at the spiritual ambiance and Islamic architecture of the Grand Mosque
  • Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the observation deck of Etihad towers
  • Bask in the beauty of scenic roads on a drive along the Abu Dhabi Corniche
  • Gain insights into UAE’s heritage & governing principles at Qasr Al Watan Palace
Full description
Embark on a fascinating cultural tour of Abu Dhabi departing from your accommodation in Dubai. Explore the highlights of the city in a day, including the Sheikh Zayed Founder's Memorial, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi Corniche, the Etihad Towers, and the gorgeous Qasr Al Watan Palace. Admire the magnificent architecture of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, your first destination, which spans 30 acres. Marvel at the mosque's remarkable attractions, including the world's largest hand-woven carpet and Swarovski Crystal Chandeliers. Take in the scenic views of the Persian Gulf and the skylines as you drive along Abu Dhabi Corniche. Enjoy a visit to the Etihad Towers and feel the excitement as you enjoy the bird’s eye view of the city from the observation deck. Thereafter, take a lunch break at your own expense. Explore the Founder's Memorial, a tribute to Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, to discover his legacy, life, and principles. Watch his rare videos, stories, articles, etc., and interviews of the people who were close to him. You may also get a chance to listen to his own words in special video segments played there. Stop by the Qasr Al Watan palace to get insights into Arab heritage and the UAE’s governing principles. Explore the palace’s fascinating exhibits and marvel at its overall exquisite architecture. Hold all the day's memories tight as you are driven back to your accommodation.
Includes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Guide
  • Sheikh Zayed Mosque visit
  • Etihad Tower Observation Deck visit
  • Founder's Memorial visit
  • Qasr Al Watan - Palace visit
  • Abaya and scarf for ladies (Returned)
  • Cold mineral water
  • Guided tour inside Qasr Al Watan Palace
  • Lunch
Not suitable for
  • Wheelchair users

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Women must wear long, loose clothing and fully cover their arms, legs, and head. If required a long Abaya with a scarf (long black dress attire) will be provide by us and to be returned to us after the mosque visit.
  • Men must cover their knees and shoulders must be covered. No clothes are provided for men.
  • Qasr Al Watan has the right to close the entrance without notice
  • It is not possible to visit the Sheikh Zayed Mosque during any Islamic festivals
  • Guided tours are not permitted inside the Qasr Al Watan palace
  • The duration of the tour includes hotel pickup, drop-off, and travel time between locations

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 718 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Service
    4.9/5
  • Organization
    4.9/5

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A bit of trouble initially getting to the bus. Worked it out with one of the drivers. Bus was relatively comfortable, but the AC system was not up to par with the heat of the day. Our guide and driver was awesome. Guide had lots of tips and knowledge regarding local customs and tradition. The mosque was beautiful, but we could not pray inside which made us feel the mosque was more of a tourist attraction than an actual functional mosque.

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May 28, 2023

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Syed – United StatesVerified booking

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Amazing experience thanks to Ahmed Elshemy, the Egyptian Guide, so smiley, a lot of knowledge and very professional attitude. Ahmed has a spirit of togetherness to ensure that the group has a memorable day, he takes pictures, answer all your questions, improve you knowledge about the Abu Dhabi and Islamic Culture. I wish you all the best Ahmed, god bless you, take care ! 🥰

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May 10, 2023

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Clara – FranceVerified booking

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Probably the best experience I had on GetYourGuide. Our guide, Jahan, waited for us in the hotel lobby, explained at every step of the journey what was the schedule, gave us a fantastic overview of the Abu Dhabi history, fun facts and interesting stories. The transfer from Dubai was done in excellent conditions and felt very save all the time. Totally recommend this tour especially if you want to visit the mosque and presidential palace. 5 stars well deserved (would give ten if I could).

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April 4, 2023

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Elena – SwitzerlandVerified booking

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