Grand Mosque + Abu Dhabi Louvre Day Trip
Description
This day trip to Abu Dhabi offers an opportunity to visit two of the UAE's iconic landmarks: the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Louvre Museum. A must-see for any traveler!
Tour Overview
Your adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel, followed by a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned bus towards Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. The 90-minute journey takes you to the Louvre Museum, the first highlight of the day. This architectural masterpiece, known for its innovative use of light and space, is the first museum outside France to proudly bear the Louvre name.
Within its walls, the museum displays over 600 artworks sourced from around the globe, including pieces from the French Louvre, the Centre Pompidou, the Orsay Museum, and the Palace of Versailles. You’ll have the freedom to explore the museum at your leisure, allowing you to immerse yourself in its extensive collection. Don’t forget to enjoy the unique “Rain of Light” installation while you wander.
After an enriching experience at the museum, our journey continues to the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. As one of the largest mosques globally, it accommodates up to 40,000 visitors and spans a total area of 12 hectares, including its beautifully landscaped gardens. Here, a guided tour will grant you access to the mosque's interior, where you can appreciate the blend of Islamic and contemporary art.
The tour concludes with a return trip to Dubai, lasting approximately 8-9 hours.
Pickup Information
Collecting guests from the Port Rashid cruise terminal and select hotels, please note that pickup is not available in the following areas: Naif, Al Sabkha, Sport Motor cities, Dubai Investments Park, Discovery Garden, Jebel Ali, Dubai Production City, Albarsha South, Al Maha Resort & Bab Al Shams.
Essential Details
- The Grand Mosque is inaccessible on Fridays from 5 pm to 7 pm, and access is restricted during Muslim holidays.
- Visitors to the mosque must adhere to a dress code: men are required to wear long trousers and long sleeves, ensuring their shoulders, legs, and knees are covered. Women should opt for loose-fitting, opaque clothing that covers arms, legs, and head.
- All tattoos should be concealed.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off
- Transport by bus
- English–speaking guide
- Admission to the Abu Dhabi Louvre
- Admission to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
- Guided tour of the mosque
What's not included
- Food and drinks
- Clothes for extra coverage before entering the Grand Mosque: 8USD per person
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Important information
The local provider will pick you up between 8 and 8:45 am. Please be waiting in the hotel lobby 15 minutes ahead of time.
This tour includes pick up at the Port Rashid cruise terminal and at selected hotels. Pick up isn't included from the following areas: Naif, Al Sabkha, Sport Motor cities, Dubai Investments Park, Discovery Garden, Jebel Ali, Dubai Production City, Albarsha South, Al Maha Resort & Bab Al Shams.If you have any doubts or problems, you can call the local provider directly.
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