Discover the rich history and modern architecture of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. Explore iconic landmarks like the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Emirates Palace on this engaging highlights tour.
- Abu Dhabi - Our Abu Dhabi City Tour offers a quick journey through some of the city’s top attractions.
This tour begins with a hotel pick-up in Dubai and a roughly 2-hour drive to the destination. En route to Abu Dhabi, you’ll pass through the industrial area known as Jebel Ali Free Zone. Upon reaching Abu Dhabi’s border, you’ll be greeted by beautiful plantations and charming villages along the way.
The tour’s highlight is a visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the world’s 3rd largest mosque and a premier architectural landmark of the capital. The mosque boasts an impressive collection of marble works and the world’s largest carpet, crafted by Iranian artists. The journey continues to the fishing harbor and the open-air heritage village, rich with Abu Dhabi’s history.
- Ferrari World Abu Dhabi - Drive by the renowned Ferrari World and Yas Island to capture stunning photos.
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center - Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the world’s 3rd largest mosque and a premier architectural landmark of the capital. The mosque boasts an impressive collection of marble works and the world’s largest carpet, crafted by Iranian artists.
- Heritage Village - Explore the Heritage Village to experience traditional desert life and immerse yourself in a time capsule featuring a souk, a mosque, and a pre-modernized Abu Dhabi encampment. Shop, explore artifacts, and watch artisans create pottery, blow glass, and weave fabric on a loom.
Run by the Emirates Heritage Club, this reconstructed traditional oasis village offers a fascinating glimpse into the emirate’s past. Public workshops showcase traditional skills like metalwork, pottery, weaving, and spinning. Craftsmen share their expertise with visitors and occasionally allow them to try their hand at these crafts. The village’s spice shop offers a variety of dried herbs, handmade soaps, and souvenirs.
- Zayed Heritage Center - Visit the fishing harbor and the open-air heritage village, then explore the museum rich with Abu Dhabi’s history.
- The Corniche - Enjoy a pleasant walk along the track. People often bring snacks, tea, chairs, and picnic gear. There’s a lovely evening breeze and a beautiful view of the city buildings at night.
The waterfront Corniche, with its white sandy beaches and expansive promenade, stretches along the city’s northwest shore. Offering spectacular views of the iconic high-rise towers along the seafront, it provides one of the city’s main recreational opportunities with dedicated cycle paths weaving through the Corniche’s landscaped gardens. Refreshments are available from the public beaches along the western section of the road.
- Marina Mall - Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi’s premier shopping destination, opened in 2001.
Situated in one of the city’s most prominent districts, Marina Mall spans over 122,000 sq. m of retail space, featuring more than 400 high-end and high-street stores, a Mercedes-Benz showroom, specialty shops, bank offices, and a hypermarket. Spend the day enjoying upscale cafes, a state-of-the-art bowling alley, or the 9-screen VOX cinema.
As a distinctive Abu Dhabi landmark, Marina Mall hosts a variety of exciting events and programs that attract the larger community. Bounce, the trampoline park, features unique 40-meter slides, slack lines, a zip line for thrill-seekers, and an 18m free-fall experience, all open to visitors at Marina Mall.
- Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi - Located on the Arabian Gulf shores, overlooking its private natural bay, Emirates Palace Hotel boasts a 0.8-mile stretch of private beach.
- Abu Dhabi Dates Market - This is the largest market for dates in Abu Dhabi. Various date products are typically available during the season.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transfers by van, mini buses or coach on sharing basis
- Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
- Ferrari World - outside photo-stop
- Stop at Dates Market
- Corniche drive and photo stop
- Heritage Village
- Drivethrough Emirate Palace Hotel & Presidential Palace
-  Tips to the guide / driver
Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, is renowned for its rich heritage and cultural diversity. It’s one of the leading oil producers worldwide and is among the wealthiest cities in the Middle East. Ranked as the 68th most expensive major city globally, Abu Dhabi is beloved for its towering skyscrapers, state-of-the-art shopping centers, and exquisite mosques.
This guided tour offers a glimpse into the city’s remarkable transformation from a simple fishing village to one of the most forward-thinking and prosperous places on the planet. The tour includes the awe-inspiring Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the magnificent Emirates Palace, and the Abu Dhabi Museum, which is steeped in history. You will also explore locations showcasing the city’s unique architectural designs and superior infrastructure, ensuring you won’t miss a thing.
-  • Please adhere to moderate dressing as the trip includes visit to the Grand Mosque click here to know more
-  Visitors must be dressed appropriately on arrival; if not, entry will be denied.
-  Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions. The duration of the tour includes all pickups and drop-offs
- Women must wear long, loose clothing and ensure that their arms, legs, and heads are covered at all times
- Men must not reveal any skin above the knees and their shoulders must be covered
- The Sheikh Zayed Mosque is not open for visits during any Islamic festivals
- Restaurants will not be open during the month of Ramadan. During this time you are recommended to bring food with you
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
