Discover the rich history of Abu Dhabi at Qasr Al Hosn, a historic monument that showcases centuries of tradition and transformation. Explore the Inner Fort and Outer Palace and immerse yourself in the story of the al Nahyan family and the evolution of the city.
Discover the rich history of Abu Dhabi at Qasr Al Hosn, a historic monument that showcases centuries of tradition and transformation. Explore the Inner Fort and Outer Palace and immerse yourself in the story of the al Nahyan family and the evolution of the city.
- Qasr Al Hosn - Qasr Al Hosn is the oldest and most important building in Abu Dhabi. It features the city’s first permanent structure, a coral and sea stone watchtower, built to safeguard the settlement of Abu Dhabi established on the island in the 1760s. Qasr Al Hosn includes two major iconic buildings: the Inner Fort (originally built in 1795)…
- Qasr Al Hosn - Qasr Al Hosn is the oldest and most important building in Abu Dhabi. It features the city’s first permanent structure, a coral and sea stone watchtower, built to safeguard the settlement of Abu Dhabi established on the island in the 1760s. Qasr Al Hosn includes two major iconic buildings: the Inner Fort (originally built in 1795) and the Outer Palace (1939-45). Over the years, it has served as the residence of the ruling family, the seat of government, a consultative council, and a national archive; it now stands as the nation’s living memorial and the storyteller of Abu Dhabi’s history.
- House Of Artisans -بيت الحرفيين - Visit the House of Artisans: Experience live exhibitions of Emirati artisans and then Bait Al Gahwa: The Emirati Experience of coffee preparation.
- Cultural Foundation - Visit The Red Palace, Common Ground, and Step into a Story exhibitions at the Cultural Foundation and immerse yourself in art. Entrance is free and no prior booking is required. The exhibitions can also be viewed virtually.
CHILDREN’S LIBRARY ONLINE
Discover entertaining books to read at our online e-Library where you can also explore a world of multimedia, and our video library of short sessions featuring our favorite programs such as Storytime, Baby & Me, and Tinker Tots & Maker Mums. Click to explore.
- Qasr Al Hosn - F&B experience,
We have 8 vendors on site offering a range from the finest coffees to the best-established kiosk restaurants.
- Fast Track Entry to Qasr Al Hosn
- Admission to House of Artisans
- Access to Cultural Foundation
- Exploration of the landscape
- Parking included
- Fast Track Entry to Qasr Al Hosn
- Admission to House of Artisans
- Access to Cultural Foundation
- Exploration of the landscape
- Parking included
- Tea and coffee
- Snacks
- Transportation
- Tea and coffee
- Snacks
- Transportation
Qasr Al Hosn serves as a bridge between the past and present, standing as a monumental testament to centuries of history and tradition. Celebrating vernacular architecture, this building reflects Abu Dhabi’s rich and diverse history, having served as the residence of a ruling family, the seat of government, the consultative council, and the national…
Qasr Al Hosn serves as a bridge between the past and present, standing as a monumental testament to centuries of history and tradition. Celebrating vernacular architecture, this building reflects Abu Dhabi’s rich and diverse history, having served as the residence of a ruling family, the seat of government, the consultative council, and the national archives. Now a museum, it showcases artifacts and archival materials dating back to 6000 BC, illustrating Abu Dhabi’s transformation from an 18th-century fishing village to a modern global city.
The fort is divided into two main attractions: the Inner Fort and the Outer Palace. The Inner Fort is dedicated to the history of the Baniyas tribe, also known as the Al Nahyan family, telling the story of their rise as leaders and city planners.
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