Abu Dhabi Sightseeing Tour: Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Heritage Village & Dates Market

Abu Dhabi City tour will allow you to visit a selection of carefully chosen highlights of the UAE’s lovely capital and from its remarkable buildings featuring some of the most stunning architecture to be found anywhere, to glimpses into the past. 1. 4-hour sightseeing tour of Abu Dhabi with an expert guide. 2. See top Abu Dhabi attractions and learn about the past and future of the UAE capital. 3. Visit Sheikh Zayed Mosque, with its shimmering white domes and minarets. 4. Drive past Qasr Al Watan, the magnificent Presidential Palace of Abu Dhabi. 5. Browse the bustling Dates Market, with its stacks of fresh dates and sweets. 6. Admire the skyscrapers, corniche gardens and beaches from an air-conditioned coach.

1. 1

   Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center

   1.5 hours

   The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is located in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. The largest mosque in the country, it is the key place of worship for daily prayers, Friday gathering and Eid prayers. During Eid, it may be visited by more than 41,000 people.

2. 2

   Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

   Pass by

   The architecture of the palace is stunning and very luxurious. It uses the high end material in finishing the palaces interior such a perfect chance to enjoy a palace free of charge. The hotel has a number of restaurants and caffees.

3. 3

   Qasr Al Watan

   Pass by

   The Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi is one of the main landmarks in the UAE, and is used to house the offices of President His Highness Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE, in addition to Cabinet Ministers.

4. 4

   The Corniche

   Pass by

   Drive pass along the Corniche.

5. 5

   Abu Dhabi Dates Market

   20 min

   This is the main and biggest market to get dates in Abu Dhabi. The various products of date species are available usually in they market during the season. You can find date products from Oman and Saudi as well. The prices you can get here are the best in town.

6. 6

   The Founder's Memorial

   20 min

   The Founder’s Memorial is a permanent national tribute dedicated to commemorating the life, legacy and values of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE. A place to learn about Sheikh Zayed through art, nature, words, stories, and multimedia experiences, The Founder’s Memorial offers visitors a range of personal encounters with the late Sheikh Zayed as a man and as a leader, enabling people to gain a deeper understanding of his vast influence on the UAE and the wider world.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The tour is operated by a bilingual guide (English & German) on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
• Dress code is formal
• If you are visiting a mosque especially the Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, you need to have a more conservative dress code. For men and women, your legs and arms need to be covered – no shorts or skirts above the ankle. Additionally, your clothes should not be tight fitting – this is not the place for yoga pants! Try and ensure the fabric of your clothes is opaque as well, as see-through garments are inappropriate in a religious environment. Female visitors to the mosque will be asked to cover their hair; however, a headscarf will be provided to them upon entry. As a side note, you will be asked to remove your shoes.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.