Qasr Al Watan is more than a palace, it is a unique testament to the spirit of the United Arab Emirate's people and its leaders.
The Palace invites the world to share our culture, knowledge and inspiring journey. Qasr Al Watan is more than just a palace, it is an enriching interactive journey in a contemporary setting that reveals and reflects on governance, knowledge and craftsmanship.
The visitor experience at Qasr Al Watan is an inspiring and educational tour of Emirati and Arabian excellence. Here, visitors will learn about the principles that have propelled traditional Arabian design to remarkable status. Visitors will also gain a rare insight into Emirati governance and culture through the Palace’s exhibits. Most notably, visitors will enjoy exploring the expansive selection of timeless books and manuscripts at House of Knowledge and Qasr Al Watan Library.
Palace's Zones:
- A Memory from the Palace
- The Great Hall
- Presidential Gifts
- Spirit of Collaboration
- The Presidential Banquet
- House of Knowledge
- Qasr Al Watan Library
Qasr Al Watan Ticket gives you access to the Palace, the Gardens, Visitor Centre and all zones, exhibitions and public spaces.
Standard Guided Tour takes visitors through the Palace’s zones with access to all of its other facilities.
Private Guided Tour is a tour of the Palace’s zones with access to all its other facilities.
Children 3 years old and below can enter for free.
Image Credit: Qasr Al Watan
When
Mon–Sun 10:00–19:00.
Age
0+
Price
Qasr Al Watan Ticket Adults: 60 AED
Qasr Al Watan Ticket Junior (4 - 17 yo): 30 AED (Children 3 years old and below can enter for free.)
Guided Tour : 30 AED (English, Arabic, Chinese, Russian)
Private Tour: 600 AED (English, Arabic)
Address
Abu DhabiQasr Al Watan, Al Ras Al Akhdar
How to get there?
From Dubai
From Dubai, take the the E11 Highway (Sheikh Zayed Road)
Take Sheikh Zayed Road south heading towards Abu Dhabi
Follow E11 and Abu Dhabi – Keep left at the fork to continue onto Abu Dhabi - Al
Drive down Shahama Road, then Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street, then E10
Take the exit towards Abu Dhabi - Al Falah Road/Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway/E12
Keep left and merge onto Abu Dhabi - Al Falah Road/Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway/E12
Turn right onto Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway, then merge onto 1st Street
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit, turn right, then turn right again until you reach your destination
From Abu Dhabi
Take 13th Street/Delma Street and King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street (Main Bus Terminal)
Head northwest toward 4th Street/Eastern Road/Muroor Road/Sultan Bin Zayed the First Street
Drive along 13th Street/Delma Street, Al Bateen Street and King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street
Take a slight right onto 4th Street/Eastern Road/Muroor Road/Sultan Bin Zayed the First Street
Take the ramp to 13th Street/Delma Street, then keep right at the fork and merge onto 13th Street/Delma Street
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit and stay on 13th Street/Delma Street
At the second roundabout, take the 2nd exit and stay on 13th Street/Delma Street
Turn right onto Al Bateen Street, then take a slight left toward King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street (look signs for Diwan of H.H. The Crown Prince/Emirates Palace/Qasr Al Watan)
Continue onto King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street
Turn left onto 1st Street/Corniche Road
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
Turn right, then turn right again until you reach your destination
From Yas Island
Take Al Falah Road/Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway/E12 (Yas Island)
Get on Abu Dhabi - Al Falah Road/Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway/E12
Head east and keep left
Turn right, then turn right again
Merge onto Abu Dhabi - Al Falah Road/Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway/E12
Turn right onto Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway
Merge onto 1st Street, take the roundabout, then take the 2nd exit
Turn right, then turn right again until you reach your destination