City Tour
Abu Dhabi City Tour
Grand Mosque, Grand Palace, Grand Day Out
About This Experience
Spend a full day exploring the UAE’s capital on a comfortable guided day trip from Dubai. The highlight is the breathtaking Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the largest and most beautiful mosques in the world, with its gleaming white domes, hand-knotted carpets and dazzling chandeliers. From there we continue to the Presidential Palace and the elegant Corniche waterfront.
This tour covers the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (with free time to explore), Qasr Al Watan (Presidential Palace) exterior, Emirates Palace photo stop, and a scenic drive along the Abu Dhabi Corniche. Round-trip transport from Dubai and Sharjah is included, with a comfortable rest stop along the way.
What's Included
🚐Round-Trip Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
👨🏫English-Speaking Guide
🕌Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Visit
🏛️Qasr Al Watan Exterior Stop
✨Emirates Palace Photo Stop
🌊Corniche Waterfront Drive
🧕Modest Cloak Provided at Mosque (if needed)
💧Bottled Water
🚌Air-Conditioned Coach
Not Included
✗ Louvre Abu Dhabi Entry Ticket (Optional Add-on)
✗ Lunch (Optional Add-on)
✗ Personal Expenses
Itinerary & Timeline
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Early Morning
Hotel Pickup
Pickup from your Dubai or Sharjah hotel for the approximately 1.5 hour drive to Abu Dhabi.
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Main Stop
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Guided visit through one of the world’s largest mosques, with time to admire the architecture and take photos. Modest dress required.
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Stop 2
Qasr Al Watan
Photo stop at the Presidential Palace, a stunning example of contemporary Arabian architecture.
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Stop 3
Emirates Palace & Corniche
Drive past the iconic Emirates Palace hotel and along the scenic Abu Dhabi Corniche waterfront.
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Free Time
Lunch Break
Optional stop for lunch at a local restaurant or mall (own expense).
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Evening
Return to Dubai/Sharjah
Comfortable drive back with drop-off at your hotel.
💡 Tips & What to Bring
- Modest dress is mandatory at the Grand Mosque — shoulders, arms and legs covered; shawls provided for women if needed
- Remove shoes before entering the prayer hall
- Bring a light jacket — interior areas can be air-conditioned
- Best photos of the mosque are in the morning light
- Combine with Louvre Abu Dhabi entry on request for art lovers