Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Tours and Tickets

23,856 reviews
Free admission

The massive, white Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is the central place of worship for citizens of the United Arab Emirates, accommodating roughly 40,000 people. Highlights inside include white marble columns with mother-of-pearl engravings, expansive Iranian carpets, and intricate crystal chandeliers.

  • Al Rawdah, Abu Dhabi

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Ruqaiyah_C, Sep 2023
Aleem was great
Our tour guide Aleem was great, knowledgeable and very patient. Aleem gave us a lot of history about Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and other places. Aleem went above and behind our tour. Thank you Aleem greatly appreciate your time and hospitality.
Jrg_K, Nov 2023
amazing buildings, great...
amazing buildings, great architecture, clean city, very nice view from the view deck, no queues infront of entries
Steven_L, Nov 2023
Day in Abu Dhabi
Great day with the stops well-timed and convenient. No waits as tickets were pre-purchased. Could not have done it on our own. Well worth the cost.
Raina_B, Nov 2023
Amazing experience
This tour was my favorite part of our trip to Dubai. Our tour guide Hassan was very nice and made the tour very interesting for us by explaining everything to us in depth about the mosque and Dubai in general. The photographer was also very nice and patient and took pictures of us at all the photo stops. Overall the tour was a 10/10 for me from start to finish :)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What are Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque hours of operation?
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque hours of operation: Saturdays - Thursdays: 9am-10pm, last entry is at 9:30pm; Closed for tourism activities on Friday mornings for worship and opens at 4:30pm . Buy tickets in advance on Viator. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.
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Q:Can tourists visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque?
A:Yes, tourists of all faiths can visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The mosque is open 9am–10pm daily, excluding Fridays when opening hours are typically 9am–12pm and 3pm–10pm. Admission is free, and you can explore independently, join a free guided in-house tour, or visit on organized tours that include round-trip transfers.
Q:How long does it take to tour Sheikh Zayed Mosque?
A:The time needed to tour the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque varies. If you’re visiting independently, plan for about two hours, including the 15–20 minutes it takes to pass through the entrance visitor center. Most in-house tours last from 45–60 minutes, but many visitors add time to stroll around afterward.
Q:Is booking required for Sheikh Zayed Mosque?
A:No, prebooking isn’t compulsory for Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Admission is free, and time-slot tickets are usually available at the entrance. However, it’s easy to prebook via the mosque website to avoid lines and secure your ideal time, or to join an organized Abu Dhabi tour that includes tickets.
Q:Is Sheikh Zayed Mosque worth it?
A:Yes, visiting the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is worth it. The 2007-built, white-marble mosque is one of the world’s most spectacular places of worship. It's topped with four minarets and 80 domes and has courtyards and halls designed to dazzle with Swarovski chandeliers, rich carvings, and jewel-encrusted pillars.
Q:What do you wear to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque?
A:The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has a strict dress code, which you must follow for entry. Women must cover their heads and wear long-sleeves and long outfits or long pants, while men must wear long pants and sleeved tops. Women can buy abayas–long robes–at the entrance.
Q:Can you pray in Sheikh Zayed Mosque?
A:Yes, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a Muslim place of worship, so if you’re Muslim, you can join the prayers held here, including Friday sermons. If you’re not Muslim, you are welcome to visit the mosque and quietly observe any prayers taking place, but you're not expected to join in.