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Abu Dhabi Day Trip

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The tour was great, the mosque and the palace were impressive. The guide, Adel, was fantastic.

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The tour was great, the mosque and the palace were impressive. The guide, Adel, was fantastic.

  Oscar Perez

Abu Dhabi is the capital of the UAE and its seat of power. On this day trip from Dubai, we'll visit the most spectacular spots in the city. We'll visit the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the Etihad Towers, and the Royal Palace of Abu Dhabi. You'll also enjoy stopping to take pictures at the Louvre Museum and a scenic tour along the Corniche waterfront.

Description

Abu Dhabi is the capital of the UAE and its seat of power. On this day trip from Dubai, we'll visit the most spectacular spots in the city. We'll visit the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the Etihad Towers, and the Royal Palace of Abu Dhabi. You'll also enjoy stopping to take pictures at the Louvre Museum and a scenic tour along the Corniche waterfront.

Abu Dhabi Day Trip

Having picked you up from your hotel in Dubai at the scheduled time, we'll hit the road southwards until we arrive at Abu Dhabi.

Our first stop will be the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, known as the Grand Mosque. Over the course of our tour of this religious building, we'll discover why it's considered one of the most incredible constructions in the world: both the exterior and interior are sure to amaze.

The next stop will be at the Mosque Mall, where you'll enjoy lunch at one of the restaurants or stands in its food court. If you have selected the option with lunch, you'll indulge in a buffet-style lunch in the Al Khayma Heritage House restaurant.

Then, we'll visit the Louvre Museum on Saadiyat Island to take pictures. Afterward, for 1.5 hours, we'll visit the dazzling Royal Palace of Abu Dhabi, also known as Qasr Al Watan.

The tour will continue along the Corniche waterfront, where we'll see the Etihad Towers, the filming location of numerous scenes in the seventh Fast and Furious film. We'll go up to the 74th floor to enjoy the views of the city!

We'll be back in Dubai 8 hours after our departure.

Hotel Pickup

This tour includes pickup either at selected hotels in Dubai or at the Port Rashid cruise terminal.

Please note that pickup is not included at hotels in the following areas: Al Quisas, Naif, Al Sabkha, Al Nahda, Merdif, Sport Motor Cities, Dubai Investments Park, Discovery Garden, Jebel Ali, Ibn Battuta, Dubai Production City, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai Land hotels, Silicon Oasis, Al Barsha South, Al Maha Resort & Bab Al Shams.

Other Activities

If you want to visit Abu Dhabi on your own and explore the Royal Palace, you can purchase a ticket to the Qasr Al Watan here.

Similarly, you can opt for a private day trip to Abu Dhabi from Dubai.

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Duration

8 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off

Minibus transport

English–speaking guide

Lunch (depending on selection)

Bottled water

An abaya to visit the mosque

Admission to Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Abu Dhabi Royal Palace

When to book?

You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Reduce, reuse, recycle.

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Foster the growth of local communities.

Preserve the integrity of local culture.

Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.

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Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

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Oceanair Travels

Corporate name: OCEANAIR TRAVEL & TOURISM LLC

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Pets

Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
Q - Is there a gluten free option on the tour with food?

A - We cannot guarantee the availability of gluten free food. In this case we recommend that you bring your own food and reserve the tour without lunch.

Q - Is it possible to bring a pushchair/stroller and leave it in the bus?

A - The bus has a small space where you can leave a pushchair/stroller if it is small. Please indicate so when making your reservation.

Q - Does the minibus have seatbelts?

A - Yes.

Q - Do children have a seat or do they travel on the laps of an adult?

A - Children will have a seat reserved.

Q - Is there clothing available for women to wear to be able to enter the Sheikh Zayed Mosque?

A - To enter the mosque, women will be given black clothing which they should use to cover themselves from top to bottom.

Q - Is it permitted to take luggage on the visit?

A - No.

Q - Does the excursion include the visit to the Sheikh Zayed Mosque?

A - Entry to the Sheikh Zayed Mosque is free and the guided tour is included on this excursion.

Q - How large are the groups?

A - The groups are of sixteen people at most

Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

Q - How to book?

A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

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Cancellations

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
Reviews

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5 out of 3,071 reviews

9.5 / 10

 9.478337132313 3,071 reviews | 31,035 travellers

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 10

May / 04 / 2025

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Emanuele

Termini Imerese, Italy

Oggi ho scoperto molte cose nuove riguardo la cultura araba e l'emirato di Abu Dhabi in particolare, grazie alla nostra guida Nasser che ci ha fatto trascorrere una piacevolissima giornata! Abu Dhabi è un must per chi viene a visitare gli Emirati e nonostante il forte caldo abbiamo apprezzato tutte e 3 le soste che ci hanno lasciato a bocca aperta, soprattutto la visita al deck della torre Ethiad, notevole! Translate this opinion into English.

Today I discovered many new things about the Arab culture and the emirate of Abu Dhabi in particular, thanks to our guide Nasser who made us spend a very pleasant day! Abu Dhabi is a must for those who come to visit the Emirates and despite the strong heat we enjoyed all 3 stops that left us speechless, especially the visit to the deck of the Ethiad tower, remarkable! Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

 10

Apr / 19 / 2025

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Alejandro

Spain

I recently took the Civitatis Abu Dhabi tour with our guide, Ibrahim (Khattab). He was extremely punctual for pickup, shared fascinating facts about the UAE, gave a detailed guided tour of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, and even stopped at the Louvre for photos. His positive attitude and constant smile made the day truly memorable. Highly recommend!

I travelled with my partner

 8

Apr / 16 / 2025

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Jose Miguel

Spain

Bien organizado, recogida puntual y nuestro guía Hosman con buenas explicaciones. Como posible mejora, sugerir que el tour dure un poco más porque la agenda es muy apretada y deja muy poco tiempo para comer. El palacio real y la mezquita blanca sencillamente espectaculares Translate this opinion into English.

Well organized, with punctual pickup and our guide, Hosman, providing excellent explanations. As a possible improvement, I suggest extending the tour because the schedule is very tight and leaves very little time for lunch. The Royal Palace and the White Mosque are simply spectacular. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

 8

Apr / 16 / 2025

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Adriana

Costa Rica

El guía nos brindó información sobre los Emiratos en general, sobre la cultura e historia. El Palacio es algo espectacular. Es muy impresionante. Las vistas desde el mirador me encantaron. La Mezquita es bellísima. Me parece que Abu Dhabi es un lugar hermoso que vale la pena visitar. El tiempo dedicado a cada actividad fue poco, sentí que corríamos por el palacio y la mezquita. No se logra apreciar tanto como se quisiera. Translate this opinion into English.

The guide gave us information about the Emirates in general, about its culture and history. The Palace is spectacular. It's very impressive. I loved the views from the observation deck. The Mosque is beautiful. I think Abu Dhabi is a beautiful place worth visiting. The time spent on each activity was short; I felt like we were running around the palace and mosque. You don't get to appreciate it as much as you'd like. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled by myself

 8

Apr / 16 / 2025

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María De Los ángeles

Montevideo, Uruguay

La excursión es muy buena y permite conocer muy rápidamente los puntos icónicos de Abu Dhabi. Por momentos se hacía muy breve el tiempo para tomar fotos y parecía que íbamos corriendo. El guía hablaba muy bien español y demostraba conocimiento sobre la temática. Creo que es oportuno aclarar que si bien el tour es de 8 horas de duración, el retorno a Dubai es muy lento por el trafico de la ciudad, llegando al hotel cerca de las 20:00 horas. Translate this opinion into English.

The tour was very good and allowed us to quickly explore Abu Dhabi's iconic sites. At times, there was very little time to take photos, and it felt like we were rushing. The guide spoke excellent Spanish and demonstrated knowledge of the subject. I think it's worth clarifying that although the tour lasts eight hours, the return trip to Dubai is very slow due to city traffic, arriving at the hotel around 8:00 PM. Opinion translated. Show original.

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