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Abu Dhabi: Half-Day Guided City Tour

Name: Abu Dhabi: Half-Day Guided City Tour
Address: United Arab Emirates

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Discover Abu Dhabi's highlights on a guided tour through the capital of the Emirates. Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Heritage Village, the dates market, Yas Island, and more.

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Highlights

Visit the beautiful Sheikh Zayed Mosque and admire the unique architecture
Drive past the ultramodern skyscrapers and luxury hotels along the Corniche
Enjoy outside photo stops at the Heritage Village, Yas Island, and more
Browse a local market filled with stacks of fresh dates and sweets
Drive along the man-made islands of Saadiyat Island and Yas Island

Description

Explore the fast-changing landscape of Abu Dhabi on a half-day city sightseeing tour with a guide in your chosen language. Visit traditional and contemporary landmarks such as the Grand Mosque and the attractions along the Corniche. Following a pickup at your hotel in Abu Dhabi, drive to the spectacular Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, considered the key site for worship in the United Arab Emirates. Marvel at the main features inside and out, such as the inner courtyard and minaret, design motifs of Naskhi, Thuluth, and Kufic calligraphy, and slender columns reflected in the water. Then go towards the Persian Gulf, as you admire the modern-day developments along the Abu Dhabi Corniche. Admire some of the world’s most ultra-modern, breathtaking skyscrapers and luxury hotels such as Emirates Palace, facing the pristine beach. Visit the traditional vegetable and dates markets of Port Zayed, to the northeast of the city. See how Port Zayed bolsters Abu Dhabi’s international trade and plays a pivotal role in Abu Dhabi’s Economic Vision 2030, the government’s drive to achieve economic diversification. The tour ends with the opportunity to take photos of Heritage Village, a reconstructed desert village.

Includes

Tour guide Hotel pickup and drop-off Entrance fees Sheikh Zayd Grand mosque visit Heritage Village Emirates Palace (drive past only) Corniche Drive Pass Saadiyat Island (drive past only) Yas island (drive past only) Dates Market Visit Mineral water

Important Information

Pickup and drop-off are available from Abu Dhabi only
It is not possible to visit the Sheikh Zayed Mosque during any Islamic festivals or National Holidays
Infants may join the tour free of charge if they will not need a seat
Women must wear long, loose clothing and cover their arms, legs and heads at all times
The local partner can provide an Abaya (long black dress) with a scarf for women if needed; this must be returned at the end of the tour
Men must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees
Tattoos must be covered