Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Abu Dhabi is a landmark between the Maqta, Mussafah and Sheikh Zayed bridges, connecting the city to the mainland. You can visit as a worshipper or tourist, with cultural tours and visitor facilities available on site.
- Ways to arrive: Taxi, bus or personal car.
- Visitor hours: Open daily
- Entry fees: AED 10 for visitors from outside the UAE, AED 5 for Emirates ID holders and AED 8 for visitors through tour operators.
- Cultural tours: Free guided walk-in tours last approximately 30–45 minutes.
How do you get to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque from the resort?
The mosque is about 12 minutes by car from Andalus Al Seef Resort & Spa, a four-star resort. You can also arrive by taxi or bus; the mosque does not provide transportation to the site.
If you are driving, use Al Salam Gate 6, the designated vehicle entrance. On-site parking is available, with shuttle services operating from nearby parking areas. Parking at mosque facilities and overnight vehicle stays are prohibited between 11:00 PM and 4:00 AM.
The mosque’s coordinates are 24º24’35.35” N, 54º28’36.53” E. For another transport detail, the airport journey to the resort takes about 50 minutes by car from Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Entry, tickets and visitor access
Tourist visitors enter through the Visitor Centre and can register there or book in advance; worshippers may enter directly without an entry ticket.
Visitor fees are AED 10 for visitors from outside the UAE, AED 5 for Emirates ID holders and AED 8 for visitors arriving through tour operators. Fees for official delegations are set by the relevant entity.
Free guided walk-in cultural tours are available. Arrive about 15 minutes before a tour; it lasts approximately 30–45 minutes and starts on the mosque’s east side.
Opening hours
- Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday: 9:00–21:00
- Friday: 9:00–12:00 and 14:30–21:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
The Light and Peace exhibition is inside the Visitor Centre. Wheelchairs and special assistance are available on request.
If you are planning other stops in the city, the one-day Abu Dhabi itinerary offers a broader day-planning context.
Dress code and visitor etiquette
Women and men should wear long, loose-fitting, ankle-length clothing, and women must wear a headscarf.
Children are welcome on visits and tours, but parents must keep them under constant guidance and supervision. If you are visiting with children, plan to stay with them throughout the visit.
What can you see at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque?
The mosque brings together architectural and artistic influences that reflect the cultural diversity of the Islamic world alongside historical and modern values.
Inside the main prayer hall, look up to see three large crystal chandeliers. They are part of a group of seven chandeliers at the mosque.
The Visitor Centre’s Light and Peace exhibition offers another stop during your visit. Its daily hours are 9:00 AM–9:00 PM, including during Friday prayers.
When should you visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque?
Visitor hours are Saturday to Thursday, 9:00 AM–8:30 PM, and Friday, 9:00–11:30 AM and 2:30–8:30 PM. Sura night tours run daily from 9:00 PM to 9:00 AM.
Official sources give conflicting visitor schedules, so check the official site before you go. If you want a cultural tour, choose a start time and arrive about 15 minutes early.
FAQs
Do you need a ticket to enter Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque?
Worshippers may enter directly without an entry ticket. Tourist visitors use the Visitor Centre and can register there or book in advance; fees vary by visitor category.
Are cultural tours free?
Yes. Guided walk-in cultural tours are free and last approximately 30–45 minutes.
Is parking available at the mosque?
Yes, on-site parking is available, and shuttle services operate from nearby parking areas. Overnight vehicle stays and parking at mosque facilities are prohibited between 11:00 PM and 4:00 AM.
Is the Light and Peace exhibition accessible?
Wheelchairs and special assistance are available on request. The exhibition is in the Visitor Centre.