Abu Dhabi Dates Market Tour Experience

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center

  During your visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, you’ll explore one of the largest and most breathtaking mosques in the world. A certified guide will lead you through its vast courtyards, stunning white marble architecture, and peaceful reflective pools. You’ll walk beneath the mosque’s 82 domes, admire its 1,000+ columns inlaid with precious stones, and step inside the main prayer hall to see one of the world’s largest chandeliers and hand-woven carpets.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Emirates Heritage Village

  At Emirates Heritage Village, you’ll step back in time and discover what life in the UAE looked like before the modern skyline. This open-air museum recreates a traditional Bedouin village, complete with handmade tents, palm-frond houses, and historic workshops. You’ll watch local artisans demonstrate pottery, weaving, and metalwork, giving you an authentic glimpse into the country’s cultural roots. As you explore, you’ll see displays of traditional clothing, tools, and desert lifestyle essentials.

  25 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 3
  UAE Presidential Palace

  At the UAE Presidential Palace (Qasr Al Watan), you’ll enjoy a brief photo stop to capture the grandeur of one of Abu Dhabi’s most stunning architectural landmarks. From the outside, the palace impresses with its majestic white domes, intricate designs, and beautifully landscaped surroundings. You’ll have time to take memorable photos of the palace’s impressive façade and elegant details before continuing your tour.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Etihad Towers (Pass by)

  During the drive-through past the Etihad Towers, you’ll get a close-up view of one of Abu Dhabi’s most iconic modern landmarks. These five sleek skyscrapers rise dramatically over the city, showcasing cutting-edge architecture and beautiful glass facades. As your vehicle passes by, you’ll enjoy great photo opportunities of the towers and their impressive presence on the Abu Dhabi skyline.

  Admission ticket free
• 4
  Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi

  At the Emirates Palace Hotel, you’ll admire one of Abu Dhabi’s most luxurious and iconic landmarks. Known for its grand architecture, golden domes, and beautifully landscaped grounds, the palace offers an unforgettable photo opportunity.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Abu Dhabi Dates Market

  At the UAE Dates Market, you’ll explore a lively traditional marketplace filled with a wide variety of fresh dates, sweets, and local products. As you wander through the stalls, you can taste different types of dates—from premium royal varieties to stuffed and flavored options known across the region. It’s the perfect place to experience local flavors, shop for souvenirs, and learn why dates hold such an important place in Emirati culture.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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