Qasr Al Watan Tickets, Presidential Palace Abu Dhabi

Overview

DurationAbout 2–3 hours
Time of dayMorning, Afternoon, Evening
ConfirmationWe confirm availability before you pay

Qasr Al Watan is a working presidential palace where the UAE hosts state visits and summits, yet much of it is open to the public as a celebration of Arab heritage and statecraft. Approached through landscaped gardens, the white-and-gold building with its soaring central dome is among the most photographed sights in Abu Dhabi.

A general admission ticket opens the main palace zones. The Great Hall, beneath the central dome, is the showpiece, with intricate geometric detailing and a colossal chandelier. The Presidential Gifts exhibition displays objects presented to the UAE by visiting leaders, and further halls explain how the country is governed and the values behind its federation. The Qasr Al Watan Library and House of Knowledge celebrate Arab contributions to science, art and scholarship through books and manuscripts.

Stay for the evening

General tickets currently also include Palace in Motion, an evening light and sound show projected onto the palace that tells the nation’s story in three acts. It does not run during Ramadan or Islamic holidays, so check the date if it matters to you. Guided and audio tours can be added at the palace, subject to capacity.

Tickets are timed and dated, and the dress code requires covered knees and shoulders. Send us your preferred date and party details and we will confirm availability and the final price on WhatsApp before any payment.

What you can experience

The Great Hall and its central dome
Presidential Gifts exhibition
Halls on UAE governance and values
Qasr Al Watan Library and House of Knowledge
Palace gardens
Palace in Motion evening light and sound show

Highlights

A working presidential palace open to visitors
The Great Hall beneath the central dome
Presidential Gifts exhibition and Qasr Al Watan Library
Palace in Motion light show included with general tickets
Free parking and shuttle from the Visitor Centre

What's included

Qasr Al Watan general admission (palace zones, Library)
Palace in Motion show entry
Free shuttle bus from the Visitor Centre and free parking
Free Wi-Fi

Transport to the palace (unless added)
Guided or audio tours
Valet parking
Food and drink

Good to know

Ticket options

General Admission — Adult and junior (ages 4–17); children 3 and under free. Includes the Palace in Motion show; one entry to the palace building.
Palace in Motion — Evening show only, without palace access.
Guided tour / Audio guided tour — Optional add-ons.
Senior's Offer / People of Determination Offer — Concession offers listed by the palace.

Exact ticket and price confirmed with your booking.

What to bring

Clothing that covers knees and shoulders; no shorts, sleeveless or see-through garments, and no flip-flops.

Meeting point

Report to the Visitor Centre during your ticket time slot or up to 10 minutes before.

Age restrictions

Children aged 3 and under enter free; junior tickets for ages 4–17 (ID may be requested); guests 11 and under must be with a ticketed adult.

Accessibility

Wheelchairs available free of charge; strollers for hire.

Cancellation & refund policy

Tickets are non-refundable, non-exchangeable and non-amendable; missing your time slot by more than 10 minutes forfeits entry, per the operator.

Terms & conditions

Valid only for the printed date and time slot. One entry to the palace building, no re-entry. No outside food or drink; eating is not allowed in the Great Hall or exhibition rooms. Palace in Motion does not run during Ramadan or Islamic holidays.