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Qasr Al Hosn Skip-the-Line Tickets

Qasr Al Hosn exterior with visitors and historic cannons, Abu Dhabi skyline in background.
Visitors exploring Qasr Al Hosn courtyard in Abu Dhabi.
Visitors exploring Qasr Al Hosn fort in Abu Dhabi.
Qasr Al Hosn tower with blue sky in Abu Dhabi.

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A tour through the historic structure of Qasr Al Hosn will introduce you to the origins and story of Abu Dhabi. With these priority access tickets, waste no time exploring a rich narrative that will take you back in time!

    • Walk past the long queues and head directly into Qasr Al Hosn to witness Abu Dhabi’s rich story.

    • Discover the ancestral home of the al Nahyan and the symbolic heart of Abu Dhabi as you explore the Inner Fort and Outer Palace.

    • See the artifacts and learn more about how Abu Dhabi progressed from a traditional pearling settlement to a global metropolis.

    • Stumble upon the heritage of craft at the House of Artisans, which preserves the intangible legacy of the United Arab Emirates.

    • Fun Fact: The "White Fort" used to be a navigational point for ships and is covered with sand, lime, and crushed sea shells.

    • Fast Track Entry to Qasr Al Hosn

    • Admission to the House of Artisans and Cultural Foundation

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    HENA JACOB JACOB PUTHENTHARAYIL CHACKO

    Hena

    Jul 2025
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    4/5
    Wonderful experience. Beautiful spot in Abudhabi to visit if you like to know more about Abudhabi.
    Meulenyzer Rodolphe

    Meulenyzer

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    Very good explanations of Abu Dhabi's history
    Adem Fikir

    Adem

    Oct 2025
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    5/5
    Justine Thomas

    Justine

    May 2025
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    1/5
    You issued the ticket for Friday at 9am but Qasr Al Hosn does not open until 2pm on Friday
    Monica Wu

    Monica

    Feb 2025
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    4/5
    Great service Headout👍 Thank you
  • Heritage and Futuristic Visions Meet at Qasr Al Hosn

    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 artifacts 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.

    Forts Guarding the History & Culture of Abu Dhabi

    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. With your skip-the-line tickets, you will have plenty of time to explore four interrelated sections, including the renovated Qasr Al Hosn Fort, the Cultural Foundation, the National Consultative Council building, and the House of Artisans, which celebrates local crafts.

  • Important Information

    • If the site has reached full capacity, you will be invited to wait in the House of Artisans reception space or encouraged to visit the Cultural Foundation exhibitions.

    • Water and hand-held fans are provided upon request.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly

    • Please display the same along with a valid photo ID at the time of redemption

    Ticket Redemption Point

    • Redeem your voucher at Qasr Al Hosn

    • Address: Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum St(2nd St) - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

    Get Directions to the Redemption Point

    Getting There

    By Bus

    • The closest bus stop is Al Hisn St / Al Hosn Palace. It is a quick 5-min walk to the attraction.

    • Board buses 40 to get you there.

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