Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai
Traveler rating
4.2/5
Based on 82 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai worth booking?
Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai is a 8-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $100 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 82 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (82)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $100 per person
Discover the Capital city of the United Arab Emirates where you will visit the famous Grand Mosque (inside) and see the Emirates Palace, the most luxurious hotel in the world. On this day trip from Dubai you will discove
What you get
- Entering sheikh zayed grand mosque
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Photo stop at emirates palace from outside
- Driver/guide
About this experience
Discover the Capital city of the United Arab Emirates where you will visit the famous Grand Mosque (inside) and see the Emirates Palace, the most luxurious hotel in the world. On this day trip from Dubai you will discover how the cultural capital of the UAE was developed from a small fishing village to the modern and glamorous city it is today.
What's included
Included
- Entering sheikh zayed grand mosque
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Photo stop at emirates palace from outside
- Driver/guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
visit the abu dhabi grand mosque
60 minutes here · Admission included
Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
have a photo stop at Ferrari park entrance
25 minutes here · Admission not included
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
Photo stop at Emirates palace hotel from outside.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Emirates Heritage Village
Visit the heritage village in abu dhabi amd take pictures for the skyscrapers.
20 minutes here
The Corniche
Drive on the corniche Road in Abu-Dhabi passing by the beach and the skylines.
15 minutes here
Marina Mall
Stop for lunch break at the shopping mall and enjoy your lunch at any restaurant you like .
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- de, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- DCC LTD TOURISM
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear appropriate clothing. Modest and conservative comfortable clothing such as long-sleeved shirts, long pants and long skirts. Do not wear transparent clothing, shorts, tight clothing, swimming costumes or beachwear. Skirts must be ankle length
- You must remove your shoes before entering the mosque. Women must wear a headscarf, which cannot be transparent
- Intimate behavior such as holding hands or kissing, is forbidden in a Muslim house of worship. Smoking and eating are not allowed in the entire mosque area
- There is a check point at the mosque entrance with a scanning machine
- Men must wear long trousers (no shorts). Men are not allowed to show any tattoos
- Women must be fully covered (very long trousers and very long shirts or pullovers)
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 82 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
82 verified traveler reviews for Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
mosque amazing, abu dhabi not so much
this tour was a great opportunity to visit the mosque, which was one of the top experiences on our list when we went to Dubai. However, I give it three stars because the tour in our opinion was too long. I traveled with two friends and we were visiting Dubai for my birthday, and wanted to make sure to see Abu Dhabi. this tour could have been a half-day tour instead of a full day, and I don’t fully blame the operators, but we did not know that. So we didn’t book a half-day tour. We thought there would be more to see in Abu Dhabi, but personally, if you don’t really care for malls, and those types of indoor activities, and you want a more immersive cultural experience, this tour probably isn’t for you. it was convenient because it included hotel drop off and pick up, but it was very odd, because there were clearly other travelers who have booked with a different platform, and they received preferential treatment. For example, this experience that we booked on viator did not offer an option to include lunch. Obviously, we would’ve purchased the included lunch version if it was available. The other tourists on the trip had booked with a different platform and had lunch included, so after we visited the mosque, which took about 2 to 3 hours at the start of the journey after arriving in Abu Dhabi, the tour guide took the other travelers to an included lunch at a really nice hotel. We weren’t even able to pay that day, so the tour guide dropped us off at a random mall nearby for us to eat in the food court. there was one other group that had also booked by similar to us so we all went into the mall together. I didn’t come to Abu Dhabi to see a mall which I can see in America, and it was also extremely confusing because the tour guide left us and it took us a while to find him. We could tell he was frustrated that we were taking up time from the itinerary, but what do you expect when you drop off a bunch of tourists at a public mall parking deck? The rest of the journey, we honestly just wished we could go home, and we contemplated just calling a taxi to take us back to our hotel, instead of staying with the tour bus. After the mosque, and the mall, we went to a couple of other locations, including an open local market and a museum. And a few look out points as well. But eventually we stopped even getting out of the bus because none of the other attractions were very interesting and we were honestly tired. None of the attractions were particularly culturally significant, if you are, for example, very interested in the Ferrari museum, that would be interesting but it’s located inside another mall and we had no desire or interest as americans who can go to a mall any day. I wish this tour had just included the mosque as well as maybe some other more interesting places, but perhaps Abu Dhabi is just pretty small and doesn’t have much to offer outside of the mosque. if it’s your goal to view the mosque and get photos, just book a half day tour, and save time on your trip for other more interesting activities. For example, we did a desert safari. That was definitely our favorite part of the trip.
via Viator
Bad Show By Viator
Viator should not use this company. They had four different groups, who had four different itineraries on the same van. Had to go places that weren’t on our tour. More time at rip off carpet sale than at Ferrari Museum. Can you say scam tour!
via Viator
uninspired Guide
1 hour for Ferrari World has no sense, visited 2 shops are pure sales events. What remains as positive is the visit of the mosque (2h) and a reasonable lunch (1H). For this there is no need to buy the tour, do it by yourself!
Response from the operator: Dear ZsoltS Thanks for your feedback,,, we will check with the guide how the tour was going .
via Viator
Fun Abu Dhabi
Guide was great and advised the group very clearly on what was required to enter the Mosque in order to not waste time and how to take advantage of every second we had there. I would highly recommend them
via Viator
Our tour guide was amazing. she was...
<p>Our tour guide was amazing. she was friendly and knowledgable. Thank you!</p>
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 29
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai cost?
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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dubai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dubai is not rushed.
Is Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 82 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai?
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Around 29 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dubai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dubai and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Day Tour of Abu Dhabi from Dubai start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dubai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Dubai?
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On Outty we rank every Dubai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp, Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, Quad, Camel, Dune Bash, BBQ & Shows, Dubai Dune Buggy Safari Tour in Red Dunes Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Dubai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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