If you are planning to visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, then you will want to know that entry now has a fee. Yes, those who hold the UAE Emirates ID will be charged AED5. While tourists will have to pay AED10. Here’s all you need to know about entry charges for the landmark destination in Abu Dhabi that has now been announced.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Announces Entry Fee For Visitors
It was recently revealed in a report that entry is no longer free at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Yes, visitors who hold a UAE Emirates ID will be charged AED5 while tourists will have to pay AED10. Moreover, visitors who are over the age of 60 will get free entry, while children who are under the age of three and people of determination can also get access to the vast complex without having to pay an entry fee.
It Offers Tours At The Mosque
It should be noted that tickets can be booked from the official website of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre. In fact, visitors can also make the reservation up to one month before they plan to visit. It’s worth mentioning that this mosque is open to visitors from 9 AM to 8:30 PM from Saturday to Thursday. On Fridays, the visiting hours are from 9 AM to 11:30 AM and then from 2:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Not only that, but the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre also offers cultural tours. These often last anywhere between 30 and 45 minutes. The tours at the mosque explore its cultural role in promoting coexistence and tolerance. Not to mention, it also explores the history behind its construction. These tours are held from Monday to Sunday at fixed times of 11 AM, 1 PM, and 5 PM. On Fridays, these tours are available at 11 AM and 5 PM.
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More About The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
A popular attraction for tourists and visitors, just in the first half of 2026, this mosque welcomed over 3.12 million guests. Yes, these people either visited or used the mosque and its facilities during the period. Out of this, there were 18,41,305 worshippers and people attending Iftar. In fact, 12,41,808 visitors were from different nationalities.
These figures are hardly surprising, as it is the largest mosque in the UAE. It was envisioned by the founding father of the UAE, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. This mosque has 82 white marble domes and over 1,000 columns. It is also home to the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet and large crystal chandeliers that leave people in awe when they visit the mosque.
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FAQs
Where is Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque?
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is in Abu Dhabi, and it is the largest mosque in the country.
Is entry no longer free at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque?
No, entry at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is no longer free. People holding a UAE Emirates ID would be charged AED5 while tourists will have to pay AED10. However, entry for those who are aged 60 and above, children under the age of three and people of determination can continue to access the mosque for free.