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Combo (Save 38%): Qasr Al Watan + National Aquarium Abu Dhabi Tickets

Ornamental garden at Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi, featuring intricate landscaping and architectural details.
Ballroom in ornamental garden at Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Visitors exploring marine life at the National Aquarium in Abu Dhabi, a part of the discounted combo tour with Qasr Al Watan
View of the Aquarium

Enjoy a money-saving combo to visit Qasr Al Watan, one of the finest examples of Arabian architecture, and also visit National Aquarium, Abu Dhabi.

Highlights

  • Set your foot at the Presidential Palace of UAE – Qasr Al Watan with skip-the-line access and explore the labyrinthine white domes, the Great Hall; ornate with earthy tones and gold.

  • Stop by the Qasr Al Watan Library where history and culture buffs can explore a vast collection of books, manuscripts, and calligraphies that date back centuries.

  • Explore diverse marine species and ecosystems at the National Aquarium. From coral reefs to jellyfish displays, there’s something to capture the imagination of every visitor.

  • Meet animals like sharks, stingrays, fish, otters, squid, octopi, and more in 10 thematic zones that touch upon different aspects of underwater life.

  • Fun fact: The 'Spirit of Collaboration' chamber at Qasr Al Watan Palace has a massive chandelier embellished with more than 25,000 crystals.

Inclusions

Qasr Al Watan

  • Skip-the-line entry to Qasr Al Watan

  • Entry to the palace gardens

National Aquarium

  • Entry to the National Aquarium Abu Dhabi

  • Access to 10 aquatic zones

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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Sanjeet Kumar Kar

Sanjeet

5/5

Jan, 2025

This is my 2nd visit to Qasr Al Watan, which is a beautiful architectural marvel. The artistic work with contrasting but dazzling colors gives a great ambience to this beautiful place. The outer layout surrounded by gardens with different colours of flowers, water body and surronding buildings enhances the beauty of this place. The reflection of the setting sun on the nearby hotels and building creates splendid view which can be seen from the Qasar Al Watan gardens.
Rosu Alexandru Georgian

Rosu

5/5

Jan, 2025

I am speechless, very interesting and very beautiful. If you bought your tickets online, you can skip the first line. I recommend that you do the palace first and then the mosque because it is freer.
Adam Whitehouse

Adam

5/5

Jan, 2025

One of the best aquarium we've visited. So well laid out, an abundance of fish mixed with other wildlife such as otters, birds and manatees. Would highly recommend
Nagi Azzi

Nagi

5/5

Jan, 2025

Everything was beautiful, the setting, the richness of the aquatic life that is displayed in this aquarium. And first and foremost that it was meant for families and this was an exceptional experience
Shilpaba Chudasama

Shilpaba

5/5

Dec, 2024

Headout is a great platform for all the bookings for Dubai & Abu Dhabi. The ease of booking & ease of access is great. Regarding Qasr Al Watan, its gigantic, its beauty & should be included in wonder of the world - that much beautiful. Ferrari World is a 1 time visit.

With this money-saving combo enjoy skip-the-line access to Qasr Al Watan as well as National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.

Palace of the Nation

Qasr al Watan, also known as the Palace of the Nation, is a majestic cultural landmark of UAE. You will be welcomed into the spectacular Great Hall as soon as you pass through the palace’s imposing archways. The interiors boast opulent halls and chambers featuring ornate carvings, domes, and grand chandeliers.

The Great Hall is often utilized for significant official events, ceremonies, and diplomatic gatherings. Don't forget to visit the Spirit of Collaboration room where you'll come across diplomatic gifts that were exchanged with the UAE as a sign of good ties with other countries. Vases, daggers, swords, and even a piece of cloth that covers the Holy Kaaba—gifts from Saudi Arabia to the United Arab Emirates—are among the artefacts you may find here. The Qasr al Watan Library is another noteworthy feature, where guests can peruse rare manuscripts, historical documents, and artifacts, gaining insights into the nation's journey from its Bedouin roots to its present-day prominence.

Glimpse of the underwater world

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi fosters a deep appreciation of creatures, corals, and plants that make up the mysterious underwater world while ensuring that habitats and ecosystems are protected for generations to come. The aquarium is home to over 35,000 aquatic animals. The aquarium is made up of 10 themed zones, each offering a unique chance to discover not just rare and exotic species, but also the existence of numerous ecosystems. Visitors get to view and experience the magnitude and raw beauty of marine life with creatures sourced from the Arabian Gulf and the Red Sea to the Amazon, the Pacific, the Mediterranean, and the frozen waters of the Arctic.

National Aquarium Abu Dhabi

Monday10:00 AM - 10:00 PMlast entry 09:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 10:00 PMlast entry 09:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 10:00 PMlast entry 09:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 10:00 PMlast entry 09:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 10:00 PMlast entry 09:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 10:00 PMlast entry 09:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 10:00 PMlast entry 09:00 PM

Qasr Al Watan

Monday11:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Saturday12:00 PM - 06:00 PM
SundayClosed

What's not allowed

Qasr Al Watan

  • Keep in mind consumption of food and drink, pets or animals, bags, and cases with dimensions more than 500 X 350 are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!

  • Strict Dress Code: Guests must dress up according to local laws and customs. Please keep your knees and shoulders completely covered.

National Aquarium

  • Children under the age of 12 will not be admitted to The National Aquarium unless they are accompanied by an adult aged 16 years or over.

Accessibility

Qasr Al Watan

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

  • A prayer room is available at the venue.

National Aquarium

  • This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Qasr Al Watan

  • Keep your mobile phones in silent mode before entering the palace.

National Aquarium

  • There is a mobile signage guide available for free that allows visitors to obtain the information for each exhibit directly on their mobile phones in Arabic, English, Spanish, Chinese, Hindi & Russian languages.
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption points

National Aquarium

  • Show your ticket at The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.

  • Address: Al Qana - Rabdan - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates.

Get directions to the redemption point

Qasr Al Watan

  • Redeem your ticket at Qasr Al Watan.

  • Address: Al Ras Al Akhdar - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates.

Get directions to the redemption point

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