Discover the top tourist attractions in Abu Dhabi on this private full-day trip to the UAE’s glittering capital from Dubai. Traveling to Abu Dhabi from Dubai by comfortable minivan, enjoy ample time to get to know this modern city of glass skyscrapers, mosques, museums and Souqs. Learn about Abu Dhabi’s past and visit must-sees such as the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Central Souq. Let your private guide know if there’s anything else you want to see: the itinerary is customizable to suit your preferences.
Tour Plan
Leave Mina Port Zayed at Abu Dhabi, then and make your own way into town to meet your private guide in the city center. Then, hop inside your air-conditioned minivan and set off to see the highlights of the city.The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is the first stop on your Half-day sightseeing tour. Marvel at the mosque’s sheer size and grandeur, then head inside the impressive monument for a look at its gilded interior, which can accommodate some 40,000 worshipers, making it one of the largest mosques in the world.
Afterwards enjoy stops for photos at the famed Emirates Palace hotel and the adjacent Breakwater with picture postcard views of the ‘Manhattan of the Middle East’ skyline.
The next highlight is Qasr Al Hosn, the recently renovated former residence of Abu Dhabi’s ruling Al-Nahyan family and site of the island’s only fresh water well.
Drive along the beautiful Corniche before passing through the cultural hub of Saadiyat Island, home to the stunning Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum. At the nearby leisure and entertainment district of YasIsland, you have time for a final photo-stop near the world's first Ferrari World theme park.
Drive past Etihad Square displaying historically and culturally important artefacts enroute to a comfort stop at the charming Central Souq with time to mingle and shop for curios at leisure amongst local Emiratis.
Itinerary
Leave Mina Port Zayed at Abu Dhabi, then and make your own way into town to meet your private guide in the city center. Then, hop inside your air-conditioned minivan and set off to see the highlights of the city.The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is the first stop on your Half-day sightseeing tour. Marvel at the mosque’s sheer size and grandeur, then head inside the impressive monument for a look at its gilded interior, which can accommodate some 40,000 worshipers, making it one of the largest mosques in the world.
Afterwards enjoy stops for photos at the famed Emirates Palace hotel and the adjacent Breakwater with picture postcard views of the ‘Manhattan of the Middle East’ skyline.
The next highlight is Qasr Al Hosn, the recently renovated former residence of Abu Dhabi’s ruling Al-Nahyan family and site of the island’s only fresh water well.
Drive along the beautiful Corniche before passing through the cultural hub of Saadiyat Island, home to the stunning Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum. At the nearby leisure and entertainment district of YasIsland, you have time for a final photo-stop near the world's first Ferrari World theme park.
Drive past Etihad Square displaying historically and culturally important artefacts enroute to a comfort stop at the charming Central Souq with time to mingle and shop for curios at leisure amongst local Emiratis.
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4.6
The highlights of the city, especially the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, were breathtaking and truly worth exploring during our brief stay. However, the tour felt a bit rushed at times, leaving us wanting just a little more time to soak in the stunning details.
5
We had a wonderful time exploring the impressive Sheikh Zayed Mosque and other key sites in Abu Dhabi. Our guide was knowledgeable and made the experience engaging for our family, sharing fascinating stories about the city’s culture and history. The transportation was comfortable, and we appreciated the private aspect, allowing us to move at our own pace. However, we could have used a bit more time at the mosque itself, as it was a highlight for us. Overall, this tour gave us a fantastic glimpse into the heart of the city, and we left with lasting memories.