Qasr al Hosn Entrance Ticket

1 Hour Round trip from Qasr Al Hosn visitor entrance Easy pace

The whitewashed walls and watchtower of Qasr al Hosn, Abu Dhabi's oldest stone building.

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Abu Dhabi’s oldest standing structure
02 Explore both the white outer fort and the older inner fort
03 See exhibitions of objects, photographs, oral histories, and archival material
04 Learn how Abu Dhabi grew from a pearling and fishing settlement into a modern capital
05 Discover Emirati culture through exhibitions and traditional performances
06 Enjoy interactive workshops and artisan demonstrations
07 Ideal for history enthusiasts and culture lovers

Step inside Abu Dhabi’s oldest standing structure and discover the story of the city at Qasr Al Hosn. Once a watchtower guarding a freshwater well and later a royal residence, seat of government, and national archive, this landmark offers a fascinating journey through the emirate’s past.

Explore both the white outer fort and the older inner fort, where exhibitions of objects, photographs, oral histories, and archival material trace Abu Dhabi’s transformation from a pearling and fishing settlement into a modern capital. You can also experience Emirati heritage through traditional craft demonstrations and cultural displays around the site.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Hour

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Abu Dhabi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

At Qasr Al Hosn in Abu Dhabi, travelers can explore the city's oldest stone building, a symbol of its rich heritage. Visitors can tour the historic fort, discover artifacts, learn about Emirati culture through exhibitions, and witness traditional performances. The site also offers interactive workshops, making it a great spot for history enthusiasts and those looking to immerse themselves in local culture.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Qasr Al Hosn visitor entrance 1 city · 1 Hour

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Entrance Ticket

Access to both the white outer fort and the older inner fort

Museum exhibitions of objects, photographs, oral histories and archival material

What's Not Included

Personal Expenses

Know before you go

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
LIMITED MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE
Qasr Al Hosn is in central Abu Dhabi, near the Corniche - around 90 minutes' drive from Dubai.
Children under 18 enter free. Book adult tickets only for the adults in your party; the free under-18 admission is issued at the ticket desk on arrival, and proof of the child's age may be requested.
Admission to the House of Artisans, the Cultural Foundation and the outdoor landscape is free for everyone; only the fort itself needs a ticket.
Allow about 90 minutes for the fort and its exhibitions, longer if you also want the craft demonstrations at the House of Artisans.
Modest dress is appropriate for a heritage site: shoulders and knees covered.
The courtyards between the inner and outer forts are open to the sun, so bring a hat in summer.
The site is largely accessible, with ramps and level routes, though a few historic thresholds remain; ask the visitor experience team at ticketing if you need assistance.
There is underground parking on site, and taxis drop off on Hamdan bin Mohammed Street.
Photography is permitted without flash.
Check current opening hours before travelling, as the site closes on some public holidays.
Your ticket is sent to the email address and WhatsApp number you give when booking, so please make sure both are correct. If you are booking for today or tomorrow, call customer service so we can confirm your ticket reaches you in time.