Qasr Al Watan is the UAE's presidential palace and a ticketed cultural site on Al Ras Al Akhdar, near the Corniche. White domes, carved interiors and landscaped gardens introduce Emirati governance, craftsmanship and knowledge. Inside you move through ceremonial halls, exhibitions and the House of Knowledge.
Visit Abu Dhabi lists general admission at AED 65 for adults and AED 30 for children. The Palace in Motion light show is listed each night from 8:00 pm, with show tickets from AED 25 for adults and AED 12 for children. Buy dated tickets online on qasralwatan.ae or at the booth. Parking at the Visitor Centre is free and open 9:30 am to 9:30 pm; valet is available for a fee. A free shuttle links the Visitor Centre and palace entrance.
Dress to cover knees and shoulders; shorts, sleeveless tops, see-through clothes and flip-flops are not allowed. Expect airport-style security. Large bags that will not fit scanners are refused, and there are no lockers. Non-commercial photography is allowed in most areas; do not photograph security staff or systems. Confirm current hours, ticket prices and show times on qasralwatan.ae before you visit.
- Address: Al Ras Al Akhdar, near Abu Dhabi Corniche, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Hours: Parking and visitor operations listed by Visit Abu Dhabi as 9:30 am to 9:30 pm daily. Palace in Motion light show listed nightly from 8:00 pm. Confirm palace hours and last entry on qasralwatan.ae.
- How to Reach: Al Ras Al Akhdar near the Corniche. From Dubai take E11 toward Abu Dhabi, then Corniche Street. From Saadiyat or Yas use Sheikh Khalifa Bridge (E12) and Corniche Street. Start at the Visitor Centre; a free shuttle runs to the palace entrance. Free self-parking; paid valet available. Experience Abu Dhabi Shuttle Bus also stops here.
- Phone: +971 600 544 442
- Website: https://www.qasralwatan.ae/
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