Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
5
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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35,265 reviews
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Sevara A
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Couples
This has been my best experience from start to finish. Syed who made different group feel like family. He is knowledgeable caring and very protective.
Written 23 March 2023
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Companion754390
Covington, LA26 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
I can not begin to explain the beauty of this mosque. The way they welcome all religions to see the architecture was great. A must do.
Written 23 March 2023
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Eug E
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Couples
It's was a great day in Abu Dhabi. Grand mosque was most interesting to visit. Our guide Syed took us from Dubai and explained along the way. Very nice guide.
Written 22 March 2023
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Ionel Stefan M
Baku, Azerbaijan2 contributions
Feb 2023 • Family
Amazing place to visit. The arhitecture is amazing. Evverything very well organized. Easy to reach by Uber.
Written 22 March 2023
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Greg
Florida41 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Wonderful place a must see. Sun afternoon it took 1 hr to get thru visitor's center to entrance. I highly recommend taking the free cultural tour just about every hour on the hour meeting point just inside Maine entrance arch to the right. You get to go into the make prayer room, public tour only looks in the tour provided many insights and close up look out guide on 19 Mar Khalid did a wonderful job. Tour is in English only.
Written 19 March 2023
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BelfastLampost66
Dromore, UK76 contributions
Mar 2023
What an architectural wonder. This is a must-do for Abu Dhabi. Our very knowledgeable tour guide Saif made it even better.
Please make sure if you are a woman, you need to be covered from head to foot. Your face can show but head, arms and rest of body must be covered. We were not with a group and hence were not aware that you could rent clothes. The information point and the lady security personnel were blunt and unhelpful. We were made to buy a scarf at an exorbitant price which we probably will not use again in our life.
Please make sure if you are a woman, you need to be covered from head to foot. Your face can show but head, arms and rest of body must be covered. We were not with a group and hence were not aware that you could rent clothes. The information point and the lady security personnel were blunt and unhelpful. We were made to buy a scarf at an exorbitant price which we probably will not use again in our life.
Written 19 March 2023
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Orlando P
4 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We were on a tour in the Mosque with Nuur. She was our guide for the 5.00pm tour. She was amazing. She gave us lots of information, had a clear and calm voice (good english) and was just top! Thank you Nuur! And the place is magical!
Written 19 March 2023
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Speeshal
London, United Kingdom127 contributions
Mar 2023
This is a must see when in Abu Dhabi. The serenity, the architecture, the sheer magnificence of it.
It is free to visit, and the staff are very helpful. Whilst free to visit, you do need to register to visit, though this can be done on the day there. Do remember to dress appropriately as it is a place of worship. For ladies full arm / leg / head coverings, and for gents legs must be covered (no shorts) and a polo shirt was fine on the day. The website does provide a clear view of what is OK and what is not.
You then have a walk from the "reception" area through to the mosque, however they have travellators and for those that need it, golf buggy's ferrying people up and down the long underground corridor. This is air conditioned, so won't be walking in the open in direct sunlight.
One there, they run free tours in English on the hour (i.e. 10am, 11am etc). We were shown around by Mozza - who was FANTASTIC. Very clear English, she was fluent, personable and knowledgeable. The tour only took 35-40mins, so I do recommend if you want to know more about the moqsue. After that you are free to walk around yourself if you want, but you cover it all in the tour. Total time needed there is 1-1.5hr max.
Overall, a great place to visit, would recommend to go around mid morning and avoid lunchtime or just after because of the heat and the crowds.
It is free to visit, and the staff are very helpful. Whilst free to visit, you do need to register to visit, though this can be done on the day there. Do remember to dress appropriately as it is a place of worship. For ladies full arm / leg / head coverings, and for gents legs must be covered (no shorts) and a polo shirt was fine on the day. The website does provide a clear view of what is OK and what is not.
You then have a walk from the "reception" area through to the mosque, however they have travellators and for those that need it, golf buggy's ferrying people up and down the long underground corridor. This is air conditioned, so won't be walking in the open in direct sunlight.
One there, they run free tours in English on the hour (i.e. 10am, 11am etc). We were shown around by Mozza - who was FANTASTIC. Very clear English, she was fluent, personable and knowledgeable. The tour only took 35-40mins, so I do recommend if you want to know more about the moqsue. After that you are free to walk around yourself if you want, but you cover it all in the tour. Total time needed there is 1-1.5hr max.
Overall, a great place to visit, would recommend to go around mid morning and avoid lunchtime or just after because of the heat and the crowds.
Written 17 March 2023
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Irina H
6 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
Unbelievable experience .
This beautiful place has to be seen.
Marbles, chandeliers, columns. Art is the magnitude of that place.
This beautiful place has to be seen.
Marbles, chandeliers, columns. Art is the magnitude of that place.
Written 16 March 2023
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Eric A
Greater London, UK25 contributions
Absolutely amazing and beautiful place. Getting in is a bit of a trial but boy, oh boy is it worth it when you do!!
A stunning and calming Mosque welcoming all faiths with a focus on tolerance and unity.
A stunning and calming Mosque welcoming all faiths with a focus on tolerance and unity.
Written 15 March 2023
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Maja M
Belgrade, Serbia261 contributions
How can we get a free tour in the Mosque?
Elene L
Tbilisi, Georgia26 contributions
you can take a free guided tour for better experience. Just ask at the reception. The tour lasts 40-60 minutes and includes a story about the Mosque and how it was built and decorated. you dont have to pegister.
Kristien H
Belgium11 contributions
Do they give special clothing (dress,scarf) at the entrance?
Mary
Tucson, AZ35 contributions
I did not see anything to suggest this. It is possible that some tour guides or companies MIGHT have provided for their clients. I wouldn't risk it. If you know the cultural / religious requirements, as a responsible traveler, you respect them. Pack a pair of socks for your sandals, a pair of long pants, a long sleeved shirt that doubles as a jacket and a scarf. It's not that hard.
DestinationChick
Washington DC, DC1 contribution
Are COVID/PCR tests required for entry?
Mary
Tucson, AZ35 contributions
We did not have to provide any proof of either vaccination or testing at the mosque.
DestinationChick
Washington DC, DC1 contribution
Are COVID/PCR tests required for entry?
Dany V
Tel Aviv, Israel147 contributions
No tests necessary.
Mayur More
Pune, India2 contributions
I have a 3hr 40 min layover at the Abu Dhabi Airport, can I cover Sheikh Zayed Mosque during this time.
Considering the travel time from airport to Mosque is ~20min, I was hoping to check this beautiful location off the list in about 2.5 hours.
My layover is from 11:10 hrs to 14:50 hrs in the first week of Feb.
Elene L
Tbilisi, Georgia26 contributions
February There are many travelers in Abu Dhabi, so there will probably be a queue to enter the mosque and if it will be a pray time, then it will be impossible to get in this time.
Love_Travels_2015
United Kingdom24 contributions
Do you still need pcr test to enter ? I came in 2017 where i could see everything . Now have 2 kids. Can i bring pram into the mosque ? Or is there a safe place to put outside
BhavnaUsha
Pune, India52 contributions
No PCR
Prams are allowed.
They are visitor friendly
Mr_Ice_Ali
156 contributions
Is the entrance via the mall only? Also are masks still required at the mosque? Also anyone recommend the best day/time of day to visit in mid Feb (to avoid the rush) Thank you
Luschka
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates10 contributions
Yes still via the mall, no need for masks. Don’t think Feb is as busy as Dec but early morning as it opens is always the best for crowds but sunset is best for views.
На данный момент выдают ли женщинам одежду бесплатно при посещении мечети в абу-даби?
Olga E
Moscow, Russia436 contributions
нужно покупать, цена от 45 дирхам
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Abu Dhabi
Frequently Asked Questions about Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center is open:
- Fri - Fri 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Fri - Fri 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sat - Thu 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- We recommend booking Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 422 Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center tours on Tripadvisor
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