Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 12 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV worth booking?
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV is a 5-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $410 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (12)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $410 per person
A trip to the UAE isn't complete without a visit to Abu Dhabi. Take a journey back to where it all began on December 03, 1971 - the capital & business hub of the UAE. Abu Dhabi is the largest of the UAE's seven emirates.
What you get
- The mosque provides traditional abaya prior to entry for women and kandora for men
About this experience
A trip to the UAE isn't complete without a visit to Abu Dhabi. Take a journey back to where it all began on December 03, 1971 - the capital & business hub of the UAE. Abu Dhabi is the largest of the UAE's seven emirates. Our city tour will give you insight into the ancient history of the city and its move to become the wonderful mixture of tradition & modernity it is today. The key is the visit of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, an architectural work of art; this mosque is one of the largest in the world with a capacity of 41,000 worshipers. It has seven imported chandeliers that incorporate millions of Swarovski crystals. The largest chandelier is the second largest known chandelier inside a mosque, the third largest in the world. The carpet in the main prayer hall is considered to be the world's largest carpet. There are 2,268,000,000 knots within the carpet & it took approximately 2 years to complete. The grand mosque is voted the world's second favorite landmark by TripAdvisor.
What's included
Included
- The mosque provides traditional abaya prior to entry for women and kandora for men
What you'll see and do
Abu Dhabi
From the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, beautiful Palaces, the famous Fast and Furious Building, and the city's unique architecture, we assure you, you will be amazed. Abu Dhabi City Tour includes the following places of interest: - Pickup from your hotel in a private SUV car|Drive to Abu Dhabi which will take approximately 1.5 hour | Visit inside of Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, the largest mosque in the country | As we drive towards the Emirates Palace, watch the Presidential Palaces | Visit the lobby of the Emirates Palace, the luxury five star hotel. The design of the hotel is a playful mix of cherished Islamic architectural elements such as balance, geometry, proportions, rhythm and hierarchical emphasis to create a unified whole. The inspired grand dome with elaborate geometrical patterns dominates over 114 smaller domes spread over the building. The colour of the building aims to reflect different shades of sands found in the Arabian Desert | Photo stop at the beautiful Marine Corniche where you will see the palaces in the background |We pass the Mall of Abu Dhabi Marina. In January 2017, Forbes recognized Marina Mall as one of the top shopping malls in Abu Dhabi | We will drive along the Yas Island | Stop to visit the Ferrari World, the indoor amusement park. It is the first Ferrari-branded theme park and has the record for the largest space frame structure ever built. Formula Rossa, the world's fastest roller coaster, is also located here (ticket available for the rides upon request whilst booking with extra charges)|visit the Date Market the main and biggest market to get dates in Abu Dhabi. The various products of date species are available usually in the market during the season. You can find date products from Oman and Saudi as well. The prices you can get here are the best in town | Drive back to your hotel in Dubai.
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Transportation
Exclusive SUV: The entire tour with a professional licensed local guide in a 4X4 car. Pickup included
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque+Abu Dhabi City Tour in Private SUV
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- hi, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- al saqr Travel & Tourism LLC
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
12 verified traveler reviews for Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Guide was nice, tour was a miss
Tour guide was very friendly, booking is a bit misleading; shows only 3 locations which was really all we wanted to do. Instead we had the mosque, palace and ended up skipping Ferrari since we were burnt out. Added trips that were a surprise to us…some mad max experience which we were not up for, Miraji which is a front of an art gallery just trying to sell you stuff, date shop and of course in the mosque we were directed to the most expensive abayas. Lunch was also a miss brought us to a buffet which was flooded with tourists and the premium suv was a Kia van. Overall the guide was the absolute highlight but an expensive experience. I’d recommend just doing an Uber or a Careem where you can select exactly where you’d like to go.
via Tripadvisor
Surreal
Wonderful. The chandelier and the carpet are obviously something of a record but the details of the tiles alone, the cleanliness in general, the seriousness of the people who work there, the respect that surrounds you, the majesty of this Mosque is something otherworldly. Wonderful. The chandelier and the carpet are obviously something to record but the details of the tiles alone, the cleanliness in general, the seriousness of the people who work there, the respect that surrounds you, the majesty of this Mosque is something otherworldly.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
fantastic
TOLERANCE. all over the world, and PEACE. The feelings that we have felt during the visit to the Grand Mosque in Abudhabi. Speechless and big and special thank to Mr Zhayed.He was professional,clear,and most of all friendly during our Tour. Thanks again Carlo and Eleonora
via Tripadvisor
The Grand Mosque-A must see in Abu Dhabi.
Wow beautiful! - architecture layout, carpets chandeliers, the thought put into it. Must do a tour which are offered hourly at the entrance. Learned so much. Abdulrahman Alali was our tour guide - friendly, passionate and knowledgeable. A wonderful uplifting experience.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Mosque surround by an amazing staff
We had a great time and the staff were amazing and they accommodate our request for guided tour with Miss Moza Al Mansori a very professional and extremely nice person
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $410 to $699
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV cost?
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Prices start at $410 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 Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV take?
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Plan for about 5 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 Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 12 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV?
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Around 4 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque | Abu Dhabi City Tour | Private SUV 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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