United Arab Emirates · City Tours

9-Hour Abu Dhabi City Tour with Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Yas Island

9 Hours Round trip from University St - Al Jerf 2 - Ajman - United Arab Emirates Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world
02 Admire Abu Dhabi's skyline along the impressive Corniche
03 Explore Heritage Village and discover Arab daily life before the oil era
04 See iconic landmarks including Emirates Palace, Saadiyat Island, and Yas Island

Tour Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, and discover some of its most iconic landmarks. Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the biggest mosques in the world, admire the Abu Dhabi Downtown skyline from the Corniche, and stop for photos at the iconic Emirates Palace. The tour also takes you to Heritage Village, Saadiyat Island, and Yas Island for a broader look at the city's culture, architecture, and entertainment attractions.

Stop at Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, with space for an astonishing 40,000 worshippers.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Abu Dhabi, Ajman

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Abu Dhabi Landmarks, Culture, and Modern Attractions

Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location and begin your tour of Abu Dhabi, the capital and largest emirate of the UAE. This guided tour gives you extensive information about Abu Dhabi and the island on which it stands.
Stop at Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, with space for an astonishing 40,000 worshippers. Reflective pools surround the mosque, amplifying its beauty.
Head towards Abu Dhabi Downtown and visit the Heritage Village, which houses a small museum and showcases the customary daily activities of the Arabs before the discovery of oil.
Drive through the impressive Abu Dhabi Corniche area and enjoy the magnificent skyline views of the city.
Continue to Emirates Palace, a truly iconic landmark hotel in Abu Dhabi.
Move towards Saadiyat Island, a man-made island where the Louvre museum is located and the Guggenheim museum construction project is ongoing.
Visit Yas Island, a leading entertainment destination. Yas Island is home to the state-of-the-art Formula 1 Yas Marina Circuit, alongside the world's biggest indoor theme park, Ferrari World.

Where this trip takes you

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Yas Island

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from University St - Al Jerf 2 - Ajman - United Arab Emirates 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
English-speaking Abu Dhabi tour guide
Lunch in town

What's Not Included

Shopping expenses
Gratuities (optional)

What to bring

Scarf for ladies visiting Sheikh Zayed Mosque.
Long trousers for men visiting Sheikh Zayed Mosque.
Modest clothing that fully covers the body for mosque entry.

Know before you go

The Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Abu Dhabi is open to visitors between 08:30 and 18:30, Saturday to Thursday, except during the Ramadan period.
Ladies visiting the mosque are required to cover their heads with a scarf and must not wear shorts, beachwear, or sleeveless outfits, as they are required to be fully covered.
Men visiting the mosque should wear long trousers.
The Heritage Village in Abu Dhabi opening hours are: Monday-Thursday and Saturday, 09:00-13:00 and 17:00-21:00; Friday, 17:00-21:00. It is closed on Sundays.
The tour is available every day except Friday.
Child discount is 20% on the adult price.

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