Fast-Track Admission Ticket to Qasr Al Hosn | La Vacanza Travel

Fast-Track Admission Ticket to Qasr Al Hosn

Duration: 45 to 60 minutes
Destination: United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
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  • 45 to 60 minutes
  • Abu Dhabi
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Serving as a link between the past and the present, Qasr Al Hosn is a significant monument housing centuries of history and tradition. A celebration of vernacular architecture, the building bears witness to Abu Dhabi’s rich and varied history, having been home to a ruling family, and a seat to the government, the consultative council, and the national archives. Displaying artefacts and archival materials dating back to 6000 BC, this now-turned museum captures the metamorphosis of Abu Dhabi from an 18th-century fishing settlement to a global and modern metropolis.

The fort is divided into two main attractions, the Inner Fort and the Outer Palace. The inner fort is dedicated to the history of the Baniyas tribe, more popularly known as the al Nahyan family, narrating the tale of how they became the leaders and planners of the city.

Visit: Qasr Al Hosn, Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum St(2nd St) - Al Hisn - W3 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Qasr Al Hosn is the oldest and most significant building in Abu Dhabi. It includes the city’s first permanent structure, a coral and sea stone watchtower, built to protect the settlement of Abu Dhabi established on the island in the 1760s. Qasr Al Hosn comprises two major iconic buildings: the Inner Fort (originally constructed in 1795) and the Outer Palace (1939-45). Over the centuries, it has been home to the ruling family, the seat of government, a consultative council and a national archive; it now stands as the nation’s living memorial and the narrator of Abu Dhabi’s history.

Duration: 10 minutes

Visit: House Of Artisans -بيت الحرفيين, F9J4+H3F Palace - next to Al Hosn - Al Hisn - W3 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Visit the House of Artisans: The live exhibition of the emirati artisans and then Bait Al Gahwa: The Emirati Experience of preparing coffee.

Visit: Cultural Foundation, Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum St, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

Visit The Red Palace, Common Ground and Step into a Story exhibitions at Cultural Foundation and immerse yourself in art. Entrance is free and no prior booking is needed. The exhibitions can also be viewed virtually

CHILDREN’S LIBRARY ONLINE
Discover fun books to read at our online e-Library where you can also explore a world of multimedia, and our video library of bite-sized sessions featuring our favourite programmes such as Storytime, Baby & Me and Tinker Tots & Maker Mums. Click to explore.

Duration: 40 minutes

Visit: Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Street Qasr Al Hosn, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

F&B experience,

we have 8 vendors on site varying from the finest coffees to the best established kiosks restaurants.



Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Parking
  • Fast Track Entry to Qasr Al Hosn
  • Admission to House of Artisans, Cultural Foundation, and landscape
  • Entry/Admission - Cultural Foundation
  • Entry/Admission - House Of Artisans -بيت الحرفيين

Exclusions
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Snacks
  • Transportation
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

301 Hamdan Bin Mohammed St - Al Hisn - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates


Departure Time

Fast-Track Admission Ticket to Qasr Al Hosn
1/2/2024 - 1/1/2025

Monday - Sunday : 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Friday : 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday : 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

45 to 60 minutes


User's Reviews

Justin W

11 Feb, 2024

The palace shows the contrasts between the old city and the new being the oldest structure in Abu Dhabi. The palace has been restored and you can now wonder through the halls and courtyards to see how people lived at that time. Surprisingly the palace is similar to the idea of how the wealthy must of lived at that time. It does look like what most Americans would think life would be like here today instead of the modern ideals that the country now embraces an in a way has surpassed us. Just to see the modern city in the background is worth the trip.

Jingke_Y

05 Jan, 2024

The ticket pickup was horrible. Got the email with Voucher and it still requires to pick up the ticket in Qasr Al Hosn office. And NO one in ticket office is redeeming the voucher. The ticket officer has to call in his supervisor and check the system booking to issue tickets for us. 40 mins for pick the ticket. And there is no fast track cuz there were basically no lines to anything. I suggest anyone who wants to visit Qasr Al Hosn to buy ticket directly from their ticket office.

matthewmS4384KI

18 Dec, 2023

Amazing experience. 100% worth a visit. Great to learn the history of Abu Dhabi and see the museum pieces.

561elysec

18 Oct, 2023

Really interesting place, great history of Abu Dhabi. It didn't seem like it was typically filled with tourists, which is a shame but also good as you have space to walk around and enjoy it. The old building in amongst all the new was quite something and the Artisan House was also worth the stop, especially the coffee ceremony. Be aware though that only part of the visit is in air conditioning. There is a good bit outside so it will be hot. Would definitely recommend to anyone coming to Abu Dhabi!

475vladimirm

01 Mar, 2023

The 250-year-old fort, Qasr Al Hosn, also known as the White Fort or Old Fort, is a historic building known to be the oldest stone building in Abu Dhabi and a symbol of the UAE's ruling family. It was designed by Mohammed Al Bastaki and built in 1761. The Qasr al-Hosn is currently a museum displaying artifacts and pictures representing the history of the country. You should definitely visit it if you want to know about the history of the country you are in!

User's Picture Gallery

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Fascination historical site

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Unexpected Delight

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Qasr Al Hosn Fort is the oldest stone building in Abu Dhabi.

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Special View of the History of Abu Dhabi

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White Fort

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Fantastic Cultural Outing!

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Intéressant

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Bellissimo

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Un contraste surprenant entre vieille et nouvelle ville

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Viaje al origen del país

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