Abu Dhabi Tour: Sheikh Zayed Mosque & Ferrari World

82 domes, 24-carat-gold chandeliers and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet in one mosque.

A full-day Abu Dhabi city tour departing from Dubai hotels with a professional English-speaking guide, SUV pickup and round-trip transport. The itinerary covers Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Ferrari World, Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi Heritage Village, the Corniche waterfront and the Dates Market, with lunch at Marina Mall and views of Etihad Towers and Louvre Abu Dhabi. Seven to eight hours total, including travel time from Dubai.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque2h · entry included
2. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi25m
3. Emirates Palace30m
4. Abu Dhabi Heritage Village30m
5. Abu Dhabi Corniche20m
6. Marina Mall45m
7. Etihad Towerspass by
8. Louvre Abu Dhabipass by

Full-day Abu Dhabi city tour

• Pick up from Dubai hotel
• Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
• Explore Emirates Palace
• Stop for lunch at Marina Mall
• Visit Abu Dhabi Heritage Village
• Walk along Abu Dhabi Corniche
• Shop at Abu Dhabi Dates Market
• Visit Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
• Pass by Etihad Towers
• Pass by Louvre Abu Dhabi
• Return to Dubai hotel

The experience

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque opens the day: 82 domes, more than 1,000 columns and 24-carat-gold gilded chandeliers built into a structure that intentionally blends different Islamic architectural schools. The hand-knotted carpet inside is the world's largest. Your guide provides context on the architecture, culture and history as you move through the city's landmarks, so you're not navigating or researching on your own.

After the mosque, the route takes you to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, home to the world's fastest rollercoaster and over 40 record-breaking attractions. From there you'll see Emirates Palace, the luxurious waterfront hotel, and stop at the Abu Dhabi Heritage Village: an old-world souk and traditional oasis camp that shows what life looked like in pre-modern UAE. Lunch happens at Marina Mall, positioned on the Corniche island near the city centre.

The afternoon includes the Abu Dhabi Corniche, an 8-kilometer waterfront promenade with beaches and parks, and a visit to the Dates Market where you can experience local flavors and traditions. You'll also pass Etihad Towers, a mixed-use development of five towers on the Corniche near Emirates Palace, and Louvre Abu Dhabi, which displays connections between distant civilizations and cultures through chronological and theme-based galleries. The SUV is air-conditioned throughout, and your driver handles the route so the day stays on schedule.

What’s included

• Professional local tour guide in English.
• round-trip SUV pickup from any Dubai hotel, residence or cruise terminal.
• air-conditioned vehicle throughout the day.
• bottled water.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00

Book up to8h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteAED 11.29

Prices and times updated today

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Hardrock Tourism

Is this one for you?At seven to eight hours including travel time, this tour fills most of a day but leaves room for an early dinner or evening plans back in Dubai: the fixed schedule and included transport mean you're not managing logistics, just following the route your guide has timed.

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Top questions

What's inside the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque that makes it worth the visit?

The mosque holds 82 domes, more than 1,000 columns, 24-carat-gold gilded chandeliers and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet. It's one of the world's largest mosques and blends different Islamic architectural schools into a single structure.

Does the tour include entry to Ferrari World or just a drive-by?

The itinerary lists Ferrari World as a stop on the route, though entry to the park itself and its attractions are not included in the tour price and would be a separate purchase if you want to ride the record-breaking coasters.

How long does the full tour take from pickup to drop-off?

The tour runs seven to eight hours total, which includes round-trip transportation from your Dubai hotel or residence, so the time covers both travel and the stops themselves.

Where does lunch happen, and is it included?

Lunch is at Marina Mall on the Corniche island near Abu Dhabi's city centre, though the meal itself is not included in the tour price. You'll have time to eat there but will order and pay separately.

Can I book this tour if I'm staying in a cruise terminal instead of a hotel?

Yes, pickup is available from any location in Dubai, including hotels, residences or cruise terminals, so the driver will collect you from wherever you're based.