--- title: "Dubai To Abu Dhabi: Grand Mosque, Royal Palace & Etihad Tower" lang: en type: tour city: Dubai country: United Arab Emirates price: 73 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 10486 duration_minutes: 540 duration_max_minutes: 600 languages: [en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 1 of 130 (Abu Dhabi Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/tours/dubai-to-abu-dhabi-grand-mosque-royal-palace-etihad-tower/ --- # Dubai To Abu Dhabi: Grand Mosque, Royal Palace & Etihad Tower **Guidekin's take:** The Abu Dhabi day trip that gets you inside both the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Qasr Al Watan palace, plus the Etihad Towers observation deck and a Louvre photo stop. Tickets, a live guide and hotel pickup are included; lunch is not, and the palace can close for state events without notice. 4.95 from 10486 reviews at €73 per person for 9h–10h. In our comparison: #1 of 130 in Abu Dhabi Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover Abu Dhabi’s top landmarks on a full-day premium guided tour from Dubai. Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan Palace, and the Etihad Towers Observation Deck. Enjoy a scenic Corniche drive, a photo stop at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, and pass by Yas Island and Saadiyat Island. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Group size varies by option: max 17 from €73 · small group from €89 · private from €225 - 7 start times: between 08:30 and 12:00 - Food not included: Lunch (Own expenses) **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €73 per person for the Small Group Tour in English option; other options up to €235 - Duration: 9h–10h - Rating: 4.95/5 from 10486 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: OceanAir Travels - Group: Group size varies by option: max 17 from €73 · small group from €89 · private from €225 - Guide languages: English, Italian, French, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:30, 08:45, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.95 from 10486 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 10403 of 10486. - 5 stars: 10084 (96%) - 4 stars: 319 (3%) - 3 stars: 39 (0%) - 2 stars: 21 (0%) - 1 star: 23 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Small Group Tour in English | €73 / person | English | Enjoy an Abu Dhabi city sightseeing tour with a small group tour (maximum 17 people) with professional English tour guide Duration: 9 hours Pickup included | | Small Group Tour in Italian | €89 / person | Italian | Enjoy an Abu Dhabi city sightseeing tour with a small group tour (maximum 17 people) with professional Italian tour guide Duration: 9 hours Pickup included | | Small Group Tour in Spanish | €89 / person | Spanish | Enjoy an Abu Dhabi city sightseeing tour with a small group tour (maximum 17 people) with professional Spanish tour guide Duration: 10 hours Pickup included | | Small Group Tour in French | €89 / person | French | Duration: 9 hours Pickup included | | Private English | €225 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Pickup included | | Private Other Languages | €235 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, Italian | Private Tour: Select this option for a Private tour with a professional guide in your preferred language (Spanish, French, Italian) Pickup included | ## What's included - Visit to the observation deck of Etihad Tower - Entry ticket to the Qasr Al Watan Presidential Palace - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Louvre Museum photo stop - Live professional tour guide - Unlimited water - Entry ticket to the Sheikh Zayed Mosque - Clean Abaya for ladies for mosque visit (to be returned) ## Not included - Lunch (Own expenses) - No luggage allowed ## Itinerary 1. **Discover Abu Dhabi’s past and future on a full-day tour from Dubai** (1h 30m; admission included) - Travel along the scenic Gulf coast as your guide shares stories about the UAE’s capital. Visit the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the largest in the UAE and the third largest mosque in the world, a landmark deeply connected to Emirati culture and faith. 2. **Louvre Abu Dhabi** (15m) - Stop by the Louvre Museum on Saadiyat Island for a photo stop. Go for a walk outside of the biggest museum in the Gulf region and admire its amazing architecture. 3. **Abu Dhabi** (45m) - The next stop will be a lunch break (at your own expense) at one of the restaurants inside the mosque. You can choose to dine at the restaurant or enjoy the food court options. 4. **The Corniche** (pass by, no stop) - A drive along the Abu Dhabi Corniche offers you a beautiful view of the Arabian Gulf, its turquoise blue waters, and the skylines. 5. **Qasr Al Watan** (1h 30m; admission included) - Visit the stunning Qasr Al Watan Palace, a working presidential palace and cultural landmark in Abu Dhabi. Explore its grand halls, discover UAE traditions, and admire its impressive architecture and historic treasures. 6. **Etihad Towers** (1h; admission included) - Next, visit the iconic Etihad Towers, a modern landmark on the Abu Dhabi Corniche. Ride up to the 74th floor for breathtaking 360° views of the city, the Emirates Palace, and the Arabian Gulf. It is a sight you will never forget. After a full day of sightseeing and fun, relax... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 08:45, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Women should wear long, loose-fitting clothing that covers the arms, legs, and head. A long abaya and scarf will be available to borrow if needed. Men should ensure their shoulders and knees are covered, as clothing will not be provided - The duration of the tour is 9 to 10 hours, depending on traffic. - During any Presidential Events, Qasr Al Watan might shut down to the public without any previous announcements as it is a national palace - Guided tours are not allowed within the palace; your guide will narrate important information about the palace before the visit - Kindly share your WhatsApp number for easy communication during the pickup - Pickup is available from all the Dubai City Hotels, Apartments & Cruise Terminals (Port Rashid & Dubai Harbour). Pickup outside the city limit is available for an additional fee - Tattoos must be covered during the Mosque visit. - The itinerary is for reference only, and the order may change. - Guided tours are not permitted inside Qasr Al Watan ## Compared with other Abu Dhabi Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 130** | €73 | 9h–10h | 4.95 (10486) | varies by option | | [Abu Dhabi City Tour in 4x4 Private Vehicle](/uae/dubai/tours/abu-dhabi-city-tour-in-4x4-private-vehicle/?format=md) | €236 per group | 8h | 4.99 (346) | private | | [From Dubai: Abu Dhabi City Sightseeing & Sheikh Zayed Mosque](/uae/dubai/tours/from-dubai-abu-dhabi-city-sightseeing-sheikh-zayed-mosque/?format=md) | €63 | 8h | 4.99 (334) | shared | | [From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque, Palace, Etihad Towers & Lunch](/uae/dubai/tours/from-dubai-abu-dhabi-grand-mosque-palace-etihad-towers-lunch/?format=md) | €109 | 9h | 4.96 (928) | shared | Ranked #1 of 130 in Abu Dhabi Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €26 to €284, median €68; typical length 8h. 42 of 130 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/abu-dhabi-tours-from-dubai/?format=md ## More in Dubai - All Dubai tours: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/tours/dubai-to-abu-dhabi-grand-mosque-royal-palace-etihad-tower/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/?format=md