Abu Dhabi Half Day City Tour

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Shaikh Zayed Grand Mosque — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Emirates Palace Hotel — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The Abu Dhabi half day city tour is a whirlwind experience that will take you to the highlights of UAE’s wonderful capital. Admire a mesmerizing blend of Islamic architecture styles in the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. You will also get to notice some of the superlatives like the world’s largest carpet and the biggest chandelier. Made mostly out of natural elements, the mosque and its picturesque courtyards make perfect subjects for photos. Take a trip back in history by visiting the Abu Dhabi heritage village. Resembling the likes of an ancient reconstructed fort, guests can view the falaj irrigation system, diorama showing aspects of traditional daily life, a goats hair tent and many more in the open museum. For a better insight into UAE’s culture and history, take a look at the workshops that demonstrate traditional skills like pottery, metalwork, etc.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Extreme Arabia

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Dates Market
Included: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Included: Gold Souk
Included: Pick Up And Drop Off
Included: Emirates Palace Hotel (Drive Pass Only)
Included: Heritage Village
Included: Jumeirah Etihad Tower (Drive Pass only)
Included: Abu Dhabi Corniche

Itinerary

Abu Dhabi Mall

4 hours Admission not included

The Abu Dhabi half day city tour is a whirlwind experience taking you to the highlights of UAE’s wonderful capital. Admire the mesmerizing Islamic architecture of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, home to superlatives like the world’s largest carpet and biggest chandelier. Made mostly from natural elements, the mosque and its picturesque courtyards make perfect subjects for photos. Step back in history at Abu Dhabi Heritage Village. Resembling an ancient reconstructed fort, guests can see the falaj irrigation system, a diorama of traditional daily life, a goats’ hair tent and more. For a better insight into UAE culture and history, visit workshops demonstrating traditional skills like pottery and metalwork. Then comes shopping! Stop at Abu Dhabi Dates Market to discover local and international dates, stroll through neatly arranged stalls and taste them before purchasing. Continue to the Gold Souk to browse a mind-boggling variety of jewellery or purchase a memento of your trip to Abu Dhabi.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Eclipse Boutique Suites
Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi by Millennium
OYO 416 Home 2101,3102,5201
Jumeirah Saadiyat Island
Nurai Island
Staybridge Suites Abu Dhabi - Yas Island by IHG
Al Rawda Arjaan by Rotana
Al Diar Mina Hotel
Al Diar Regency Hotel
Paragon Hotel
OYO 418 Home 1508
Al Diar Dana Hotel

and 122 more pickup points

We provide pick-up from anywhere in Abu Dhabi. NB: Please make sure to indicate your pick-up location under Special Requirements (Hotel name and room number). Pick-up from Abu Dhabi International Airport is possible only with meet & greet service, which includes the parking fee. An additional AED 130 will be charged and paid directly to the driver in cash. As an alternative, we can pick you up from the lobby of the Premier Inn Abu Dhabi Airport Hotel (very close to the airport) at no extra cost.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.