Abu Dhabi guided tour including Qasr Al Watan and local lunch
Overview
Visit Abu Dhabi's Qasr Al Hosn and Qasr Al Watan on this small-group guided tour with a local guide. Enjoy a traditional coffee demo, crafts and local lunch.
Highlights
- Discover Abu Dhabi's roots at Qasr Al Hosn – the city's oldest stone structure
- Wander around the presidential palace Qasr Al Watan and admire its exterior
- Savor new flavors at a local Arabic restaurant with traditional lunch
- Follow your local expert guide and depart from Dubai or Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi's rich past meets its ambitious future on this guided tour. Leaf through the city's historical roots at Qasr Al Hosn to the present-day splendor of Qasr Al Watan. Traditional Arabic crafts, a coffee ceremony and delicious local lunch add to the authentic cultural experience of this tour. Hend, one of our local expert guides says 'Despite their difference in age, both these landmarks embody the essence of Abu Dhabi and are dedicated to promoting Arab craftsmanship and heritage.'
Begin your adventure at the imposing Qasr Al Hosn, where the city's history from a humble fishing village to a thriving metropolis comes alive. Leaf through artefacts, photos and interactive displays of this mighty fortress and explore the House of Artisans, a true cultural treasure. 'Here, you'll see the artistry of our ancestors through Al-Sadu weaving – a UNESCO-listed practice – seacrafts, colorful Talli embroidery, and more,' says Hend.
Savor a traditional lunch in a local restaurant, then prepare to be amazed by Qasr Al Watan. Its intricate geometric patterns, radiant white domes and symbolic elements reflect Arab architectural prowess and visionary outlook. Inside this presidential palace, the Grand Hall and library await, crowned by the Spirit of Collaboration room's chandelier – a spectacle of 350,000 crystals.
Choose between 2 options:
- Option 1: English guided tour
- Option 2: German guided tour
What's included
- Pick up from your hotel in Dubai or Abu Dhabi
- Entrance ticket to Qasr Al Watan
- Entrance to Qasr Al Hosn
- Traditional lunch in a local restaurant
- Return shared transfer and drop off to Dubai or Abu Dhabi hotels
- Additional food/alcoholic drinks
Meeting & pickup
Pick up service is available from your hotel in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
Additional info
- Pick up is available from Dubai and Abu Dhabi (the tour starts in Abu Dhabi)
- Please note the experience duration depends on your pick up point: Dubai: 8-9 hours, Abu Dhabi: 5 hours
- You will visit in a small semi-private group of up to 15 people. The small group size gives you a personalized experience away from the crowds
- There is a minimum of 2 adults per booking
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts for a full refund.
Questions
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