City Tours

Abu Dhabi Heritage Tour

By Arabian Adventures
Abu Dhabi
To book this tour in languages other than English, please contact us via WhatsApp.
From USD 93

Price varies by vehicle, group sizes and other selections.

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    Year round
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    Shared return transfers from Dubai
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    Type of Tour:
    Guided
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    Tickets:
    Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Qasr Al Watan
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    Photo Opportunities:
    The Louvre, Yas Island, Corniche, Marina Mall
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    Dress Code:
    Modest and comfortable clothing
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    Family Friendly:
    Yes
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    Food & Beverages:
    Not included, but stop-offs available

About

Abu Dhabi is the UAE’s capital, home to a wealth of history and culture. So why not experience the city’s iconic sights with the Abu Dhabi Heritage Tour?

Our full-day guided tour departs from Dubai and takes you to the capital city’s cultural highlights. Drive along the Corniche, visit the Presidential Palace, Qasr Al Watan, and enjoy the thrills of Yas Island. Discover everything Abu Dhabi has to offer with Arabian Adventures.

Duration: 11 hours
Language: English, Italian, Spanish, Russian, French, and Portuguese

Full description

Here are some of the memorable moments you can expect from the tour.

Drive along Abu Dhabi’s Corniche

This 8km stretch of manicured waterfront boasts some of the best views of the city. Follow the curve of Abu Dhabi’s main island to enjoy seafront vistas and a first-class view of the towering skyline.

Go to Qasr Al Watan

Qasr Al Watan is the grand Presidential Palace located in the western edge of Abu Dhabi. While the President of the UAE doesn’t live in the palace, it does play an important role in Abu Dhabi’s heritage.

World-famous for hosting international leaders, the palace is also open to the public. As part of our tour, you’ll get to explore this historic landmark, both inside and out. Whether you’re interested in architecture, history or culture, it can be found here on our heritage tour.

Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is the UAE’s largest mosque and one of the largest mosques in the world. It boasts 82 soaring domes, over 1,000 carved columns, and the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet. With tours, multimedia guides, museum exhibits and more, this a must-see if you want to understand the heritage of Abu Dhabi. Admission is included with the tour.

Experience Itinerary

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    Pickup

    Begin your heritage journey with pickup around 8:30am (timing may vary).

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    Drive to Abu Dhabi

    Travel from Dubai towards Abu Dhabi.

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    Last Exit stop

    Break up the journey at an American-inspired themed refreshment stop with food and drinks available for purchase.

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    Yas Island drive through

    Pass Abu Dhabi’s entertainment hub featuring theme parks and attractions.

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    Louvre Abu Dhabi photo stop

    Capture photos of the iconic museum’s striking architecture.

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    Corniche drive

    Enjoy views of the eight-kilometre waterfront and city skyline.

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    Presidential Palace photo stop

    Stop for memorable photos outside the nation’s seat of leadership.

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    Qasr Al Watan

    Visit the UAE’s beautiful national palace and discover stories of heritage, governance, and craftsmanship.

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    Marina Mall lunch break

    Enjoy lunch options at the mall. Food and beverages available for purchase.

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    Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

    Explore one of the world’s largest mosques with breathtaking, pure white domes, columns, chandeliers, and a record breaking woven carpet.

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    Return to Dubai

    Dropoff is estimated to be 8:00pm. Times may vary depending on operational requirements.

Highlights

  • A full overview of Abu Dhabi’s incredible heritage and influence on the UAE
  • Photo opportunities with many of the city’s cultural landmarks

Know before you go

  • Pick-up times for this tour are approximate and may vary. To avoid any delays, please be ready in the hotel’s main lobby before the scheduled time and inform the hotel concierge that you are waiting for an Arabian Adventures tour pick-up.
  • Important Dress Code Information: The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Qasr Al Watan hold great religious significance for all Muslims. Guests are required to adhere strictly to the local dress code by wearing modest clothing that covers the shoulders and knees (male & female).
    Transparent or tight-fitting attire is not permitted, as well as clothing featuring cartoon character images. Arabian Adventures cannot be held responsible if entry is denied due to non-compliance with mosque/palace etiquette. For detailed guidelines, we recommend visiting the respective partner websites.

Age policy

  • Adults: 12+
  • Children: 3 - 11

Cancellation policy

  • If your plans change, please inform the team up to 24 hours prior to your activity. Cancellations less than 24 hours prior to the activity will not be eligible for a refund.
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