Amazing place and best place to visit for new arrivals. Gives a great sense of respect and understanding of culture and heritage of the UAE. I've been twice and will go again. Second time we had a tour which didn't cost and extra.

Qasr Al Hosn is the oldest standing building in Abu Dhabi city. This palace fort is more than 260 years old and was home to the ruling family then. It stood on the shores along with the early settlement and served as an important landmark overseeing the coastal activities. It has four watch towers at four corners and might have been a centre to monitor the area all around. Over a period of time due to the reclamation of land and urban development, Qasr Al Hosn which once touched the shores, now stands in the middle of the city. Qasr Al Hosn is a heritage building representing the culture and traditions of UAE. During Ramadan, a canon is placed here to fire during the iftar time. There is a house of artisans next to it which displays UAE local artisans handicrafts. There is Abu Dhabi cultural foundation building which houses a big library and a theatre. There is an emirati restaurant called Erth. The area is vast and open with water body facing the restaurant area. History lovers and those interested in the culture and heritage will definitely love this place. Qasr Al Hosn has a paid entry for 30 Dirhams. Access to the house of artisans is free to public.

Nice place in downtown for tourists to visit.

Parking is underground and a bit far. Better to buy tickets online. Good to call them and check if the Qaser is open for visiting or closed temporary as happened with us! The indoor exhibition is self explanatory as you just need to read. Not very big but there is walking and stairs so avoid visiting in summer. I would say that it wll be boring for childeren under 12 years old. Highly recommended 👍

Beautifully presented, kept and restored to perhaps get a feel for ‘the real UAE / Abu Dhabi’. Staff are amazing and the whole thing is incredibly well executed and leaves you with a real sense of fulfilment from the very 1st settlers to present day. Coffee ceremony in the artisan building also worth it and very affordable!

The oldest building in Abu Dhabi, containing the watchtower, the city's first permanent structure. Originally built to overlook the costal trade routes, evolved to home to the ruling family, seat of government, a consultative council, a national archive and since 2018 a museum of Abu Dhabi's history. Entrance fee: 25-35 AED. You can tour the whole site within 1.0-1,5 hour. Best time: Winter and afternoon, so you can see in both daylight and lighted up.

A nice historic landmark and worth a visit if you have more time in the city. There is not so much to see, around 1 hour might be enough. It was quite empty when we visited, almost no other visitors. There are also some nice cafes and fountains in the area.

I was taking a stroll after a relaxing day at the beach (from Corniche to World Trade Center) when I came across this cultural treasure. I was in awe from afar and I got so excited when I found out that the museum is open until 9pm. Ticket price: 30 dirhams Upon entry, you will embark into the rich history of the region through modern and artistic renders projected on the white halls. The exhibit also showcases artifacts and vintage pieces which dates back to the early settlers and inhabitants of the realm. The highlight of the tour is the structure itself which was once the actual residence of the rulers of land. You will get a glimpse of their simple way of life, traditions and customs that paved way into shaping the contemporary Abu Dhabi that we all know today.

Lovely place. Loved the full experience and amazing to see each room of Sheikhs and Sheikhas lived there in Castle. The only thing, there was no guide who could explain the story of the Qasr, there could be video presentation for guests at the start of the room so we can link it throughout the Qasr trip.

I have been to this place many times. Its in the heart of the city. It represents the culture of UAE and is the oldest landmark in Abu Dhabi 😍 its been renovated and converted to museum and you can visit here any time. Lot of parking in the basement. Before the events were out door. Now its for tourists indoor museum. For our side it looks so beautiful 😍 💖 Here are some pics I have captured. Mix of pics old and new after renovation.

One of the peaceful places here in Abu Dhabi City. You can go for a nice walk, or even a run. You can visit the museums inside, and have coffee while looking at this lovely facade.

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Beautiful place to see the history of Abu Dhabi and learn lots about the culture.

@alhosnfestival AL HOSN FESTIVAL is a new and unique cultural experience that reflects and reimagines Abu Dhabi’s heritage and dynamic culture. This event of culture is amazing. Enjoy coffee with friends and family amazing place to visit in Abudhabi and enjoy the perfect winter spot. They have free under ground parking No entry fee

Very rich history. Modern and chic. The rooms are not air conditioned but the initial chambers are air conditioned but it is for a short stint. Upkeep of the place is fine.

Very nice place with a lot of UAE history and about life in Abu Dhabi. If you come to visit Abu Dhabi, it's a must. I hope that the émirati cuisine restaurant close to the water will open soon. You also have a great view on the world trade center

It’s a wonderful place in the middle of the cities. A mixture of both traditional and modern architecture is beautiful and well maintained. Has art galleries, fort which showcases history of Abu Dhabi and many cafes outside with a view of amazing landscape.

Oldest stone building in AbuDhabi with nearby design stones structure with beautiful scene with food stalls, restaurant, children play area, exhibition and calm and relaxing area. One can enjoy the calm and cool evening with friends and families. 😊

My favorite place to take Tourists to. Gives you a great insight into the History of the Capital and the Ruling family. Also worth visiting House of Artisans; a beautiful space that introduces you to UAEs traditional crafts.

Excellent place to visit. Preserves times of early settlment of Abu Dhabi's Royal family in a very dignified and impressive way. Highly recommended place to visit in Abu Dhabi.

(Translated by Google) The beauty of the stunning scenery, the privileged location and the heritage value of the United Arab Emirates in Abu Dhabi (Original) جمال المناظر الخلابة والموقع المميز وقيمة تراثية لدولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة في ابوظبي

When in Abu Dhabi, must visit this wonderful site especially if you are interested in history & culture. This oldest known sites of the city is now completely renovated and open for public. Located in the heart of the city, the place feels so calm and peaceful. Recommended 👍

(Translated by Google) Qasr Al Hosn is the oldest historical building in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It contains the Emirati heritage, an artificial lake, and a restaurant and garage for cars. The place is excellent for dinner in the open air and also excellent to learn about the Emirati heritage (Original) قصر الحصن اقدم بناء تاريخي داخل إمارة أبوظبي يحتوي من الداخل علي التراث الإماراتي وعلي بحيره صناعيه وبه أيضًا مطعم وجراش للسيارات . المكان ممتاز للعشاء في الهواء الطلق وايضان ممتاز لتعرف علي التراث الإماراتي

(Translated by Google) An ancient and beautiful place strategically located in the center of the capital Abu Dhabi, and there are many branches of cafes and restaurants. (Original) مكان عريق وجميل يتميز بموقعهِ الإستراتيجي في وسط العاصمة أبوظبي، ويوجد به أفرع كثيرة من المقاهي والمطاعم.

Good

(Translated by Google) very very very beautiful (Original) جميل جدا جدا جدا

Qasr Al Hosn is the oldest historical building in the city of Abu Dhabi, and is considered one of its most important heritage landmarks. It reflects the history and achievements of Abu Dhabi continuously since the eighteenth century until today. It has been restored and maintained to be open to visitors by the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism. The entire area is called the Al Hosn Cultural District and next to the castle houses the Cultural Complex and the House of Craftsmen. The oldest piece in the palace is 3000 years old, and it contains the belongings of some members of the Al Nahyan family, and artifacts dating back to the era of Sheikh Zayed the First.

Great library, historic site, house of artisans, exhibitions keep changing , must visit

One from the amazing places I have been visit

Good ambience inside! And lots to see. And for the frontline workers if we produce our ID card then the entry is free.

I have visited Alhosn festival yesterday and I am welling to go again ^_^. The event is very well organized you will find live shows on each corner either from individual singers to group dancers … etc, amazing food and shops with UAE heritage print. Yesterday I spend 3 hours there and with amazing weather it make a perfect outdoor trip. So don’t miss the festival.

It's the 50th National Day tomorrow so there's a festival going on. It's nice but used to be better

Great Historical fort with a guide who explained everything well in English. It was a little quiet because of the lack of tourism but a nice place to visit to learn historical facts about the first family who settled in Abu Dhabi and ultimately developed the rest of UAE

Amazing experience. The best of UAE and Abu Dhabi traditions and heritage. The mix of architecture, modernism and history is so perfect. You can spend an entire day there and never get bored.

Qasr Al Hosn fort is one of the oldest stone building in Abi Dhabi. One of the historical landmark. Entry ticket cost :30/person. Omani Cannon (photo) This cannon was a given by the Sultan of Oman to Sheikh Zayed the First during the late 1800s. A diplomatic gift, it symbolises a long tradition of friendship between Abu Dhabi and Oman and highlights the trust between them in gifting weaponry to one another.

It’s a public space with some outdoor food and coffee kiosks. Parking : Basement parking is available. Once you park, you can take the elevator and it takes you to the plaza area right infront of the main building . For those who are attending any special events, it’s best to call them and check for the tickets. Otherwise, one can also always take the ticket on the go for the exhibitions. Behind the main building, there are some coffee shops by the water side. You can experience the downtown while sipping your coffee . Picture one is taken from one of the coffee shops. Dress: It is best to dress modestly as there are many locals visiting this place.

What a lovely place in the heart of Abu Dhabi! Just going there for a nice, peaceful walk, and maybe getting a cup of coffee in one of the many cafes nearby, can instantly make your day. I would recommend going there during sunset so that you see best of both worlds (daylight and nightlight.)

The history of this country is preserved here... The quality of pictures and audio recordings are unbelievable. Must visit if you are a heritage and museum lover. Qasr Al Hosn ticket charge is AED 30 and other attractions are free of cost.

This is a preserved fort that is in the city now. Not much to see actually. But the free shuttle bus to other tourist attractions has a stop here. So, if you are thinking to take the free bus, this is a good place to be. For more information about the bus, go Google visit Abu Dhabi.

I highly advised to purchase a ticket online thru Head Out(you can apply coupon code) I purchased 2 tickets worth of AED 50/2 persons rest assured queue. We visited Qasr Al Hosn last Eid Mubarak 2023. Place was great for Culture/Museum lovers especially this Museum connotes of how the country UAE start with. Brings back the mem’ries totally, seems like your part of UAE grows when you visit this place. Thanks Qasr Al Hosn for letting us in and a pleasure to gather those old equipment displayed in Al Qasr Al Hosn.

The place is a great opportunity to get to know the Arabic culture better, specifically, from UAE and its capital city Abu Dhabi. The exposition explains the evolution of Abu Dhabi from being the capital city of the emirate to becoming the capital city of the country, while getting the visitor through the financial and social changes that happened during the transition. The ticket includes an explained Arabic coffee preparation demonstration, from which you get to taste.

Al Hosn Park serves as a captivating testament to Abu Dhabi's transformation. Nestled within its lush surroundings, it provides a unique vantage point to witness the city's evolution, juxtaposing the past and present. The park's serene atmosphere invites contemplation, making it an ideal spot for those interested in observing Abu Dhabi's journey from its roots to its vibrant contemporary identity. A stroll through Al Hosn Park becomes a journey through time, offering a meaningful connection to the city's rich history and dynamic growth.

A great place to explore in this cozy weather. This is place with beautiful views and good vibes. Also there is a palace to visit for Aed10 . Happy place #Peaceful 🌟💫

Very nice visit, a mix between an historical museum and a live show A lot of super friendly and well prepared local guides explain habits and traditions!! It costs 50 aed and includes all visits and experiences, how to receive guests, perfumes, falcon, coffee, sweets Super nice!

It was wonderful experience of Arabic culture. We loved it so much! So authentic and beautiful.

Festival is going on, I had chance to visit the place. Totally worth the money. You will able to see lot about the history of Abu Dhabi. Do enjoy!

This was a very good experience for me. I have stayed in UAE for almost 4 years now and it has gone pretty quickly. You just can’t know how time flys, Anw back to the topic, this event was magnificent if you want to know about the History and Culture of this beautiful country that many of us call home. This is the event for you. I did not know much about it but when I got the chance to attend. I was amazed by the beauty of the culture. You will realise I say culture a lot because I guess that is what the event I attended was about. Let’s talk about the men dancing 🕺🏻 they do it with passion, it’s so calm and soothing looking at them sing and dance. I was like woowww… it reminded me of my own culture back at home and was like this world is huge and people are so different. Anw that was my thought process. I loved every bit of my evening at this event. Also they had some old cars (antiques) and also we got treated to some Arabic coffee and tea. I would write a book but this is enough. See you in the next one… bye 👋

The place is nice and informative, and the tickit price is perfect for the number of places you can visit and things you can do You have the Palace, Tower, museum and the exhibitions to check out Parkings are provided underground from 2 main entrances. cafeterias and cafés exists

Qasr Al Hosn Is a national monument that encapsulates the development of Abu Dhabi from a settlement reliant on fishing and pearling in the 18th century, to a modern, global metropolis.

Very clean and well organized. A lot of history and good information.

If you need to go to a tranquil, peaceful, a place of solace, Qasr Al Hosn in Abu Dhabi is a perfect place. Great time is between 8pm to 10pm.

If you want to know the history of Abu Dhabi and physically experience it?. This is the best place to visit. After visiting this place, I felt like I am part of the ruler's life journey. Qasr AL Hosn is more about Shakhbut bin Sultan Al Nahyan from 1928 to 1966.

One of the places must visit with friends and family a place were you will feel connected with UAE

Beautiful place. Mirza and express lab coffeeshops. Beautiful outdoors

Cool place to go for walking. The place of heritage. Big library

Beautiful place with so many beautiful childhood memories. Also, it is a beautiful place to walk

قصر الحصن هو أعرق وأقدم بناء تاريخي قائم في أبوظبي، يحتوي على أول هيكل معماري دائم في المدينة، ألا وهو برج المراقبة الذي تم بناؤه في تسعينيات القرن الثامن عشر، لحماية طرق التجارة الساحلية لأبوظبي وحماية المجتمعات المتنامية على هذه الجزيرة بني في تسعينيات القرن الثامن عشر لمراقبة الطرق التجارية الساحلية وحماية المجتمعات المتنامية على الجزيرة يتألّف قصر الحصن من بنائين هامين، وهما: «الحصن الداخلي»، ويعود تاريخ بنائه إلى العام 1795 تقريباً، و"القصر الخارجي" الذي تم بناؤه خلال الفترة 1939 - 1945. وكان قصر الحصن على مدار السنين مقراً للحكم والأسرة الحاكمة وملتقىً للحكومة ومجلساً استشارياً وأرشيفاً وطنياً، وهو اليوم يمثل القلب النابض في أبوظبي، والشاهد الحي على محطات تاريخها العريق. واليوم، تحول القصر إلى متحف وطني في العام 2018، بعد أكثر من إحدى عشرة سنة من أعمال الترميم، حيث يبرز كرمز وطني يعكس تطور أبوظبي من منطقةٍ لاستقرار قبائل بني ياس التي اعتمدت على صيد السمك واللؤلؤ في القرن الثامن عشر، إلى واحدة من أروع المدن العالمية الحديثة، محتضنا في أروقته مجموعة من القطع الأثرية والمواد الأرشيفية، التي يعود تاريخها إلى 6000 سنة قبل الميلاد

Nice 👍 place

Oldest building in Abu Dhabi. And nice place to walk in the evening in downtown

EXCELLENT AND BEAUTIFUL

(Translated by Google) A place worth visiting (Original) مكان يستحق الزيارة

(Translated by Google) A place that carries the scent of history and civilization. It has a special place for Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, may God protect him and the children, the Emirate of Abu Dhabi because of the symbol it carries for the period of rule in the forties and fifties. (Original) مكان يحمل عبق التاريخ والحضارة له مكانه خاصه للشيخ محمد بن زايد حفظه الله والأبناء إمارة ابوظبي لما يحمله من رمز لفترة الحكم في الأربعينات والخمسينات وهناك مهرجان سنوي يقام فيه

Best place to visit

(Translated by Google) A beautiful historic mansion worth visiting (Original) قصر تاريخي جميل يستحق الزيارة

Amazing

(Translated by Google) Elegant (Original) راقي

Historical

Good for a visit with the kids

This place has a cool vibe,,, while the fort is of historical significance it's also adjacent to a cultural Centre which features alot of art elements in additional It has Plaza that has some of the coolest coffee shops and water features that are a esthetically pleasing

(Translated by Google) I did not find what I was looking for (Original) لم أجد فيه ضالتي

Beautiful. Serenity in the midst of the city.

Calm and quite. Very nice place for exercise and relaxation

A must do to see the history of Abu Dhabi.

Historical and we'll maintained , where the sheiks of AD used to live and it's in the middle of the city, the fortress now is a very well organized museum with photos background sounds and old relics

Good place

Very relaxing and educational experience one shouldn't miss in UA E🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪♥️

A lovely experience. I recommend it for both residents and tourists.

(Translated by Google) Very good (Original) حسنة جدا

It’s great place 👍

Lovely historical &touristical place,must see! Fit out of the whole place is amazing!

Beautifully preserved historical site

It was good choice to visit this place today! Recommended

Beautiful presentation and preservation.

(Translated by Google) Cool design (Original) تصميم رائع

Entry ticket rate is 30dhms

Nice

Nice

Beautiful scenery

The ticket is for 30 aed. The museam is inside the palace which gives a brief idea about how the Abu Dhabi city became populated and came into existence. As compared to the Palaces and Forts in India, Qasr Al Hosn is very small. But they have maintained it well and have used visuals through projectors and sounds from the speakers to recreate the the old times. Good place to visit if you like to know the history of the city.

Qasr al hosn is one of the historic landmark in abudhabi. It built as a protective watch tower in 1790's. It is situated in the heart of abudhabi city. It is renovated in the last year and opened for public. It is a must visit place in whoever is visiting abudhabi. Evening is the better time to explore qasr al hosn. The fortress now is a very well organized museum with photos background sounds and old relics. The place was created with deep creativity . The people those who like the art will loves this place.....

nice place to relax

Nice place

Un incontournable à Abu Dhabi..

Hidden Gem inside the city..

One of my favorite spots in all of Abu Dhabi ✨ —

Great place

Awesome place to visit

cultural Place nice to visit

Ekimde tekrar gidiyorum

Lively tourist attraction.

(Translated by Google) Heritage and history The oldest building in Abu Dhabi is Qasr Al Hosn.. The building is now considered a museum worth visiting 👏😍 And they have two coffees that overlook the beautiful buildings of Abu Dhabi (Original) العراقه والتاريخ أقدم مبنى في أبوظبي قصر الحصن .. يعتبر المبنى الآن متحف يستحق الزيارة 👏😍 وعندهم كوفيين إطلالتهم على مباني أبوظبي الجميلة

Love for visiting

(Translated by Google) nice place (Original) مكان جميل

Nice place

A great tourist place with a very good library.. books are limited but its peaceful place to open a book and read

Qasar Al hosn so nice 👍 I agree with this

Nice

(Translated by Google) The politics of the place is not good (Original) سياسه المكان ليست جيده

Very happy to see

Historical and cultural center

(Translated by Google) The place is very very nice, but at how many points are there in the outer rooms, if there are spray fans or air conditioning or any other way to be installed, the place will be cold in the summer, so the rooms and the corridor will be a wonderful and wonderful thing (Original) المكان حلو جدا جدا ولكن في كم نقطه فالغرف الخارجيه لو يتم تركيب مراوح فيها رذاذ او تكييف او اي طريقه يكون المكان بارد فالصيف فالغرف والممر بيكون شي خلاب وروعه

The place was very nice.

Went for the pottery workshop and the staff was amazing kind, and helpful. Suggested we visit the ice cream exhibit and it was honestly some of the best ice cream I’ve ever had. The pottery workshop was super fun, being the first time working with clay. Would definitely recommend to anyone.

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Just fresh air place😍😍😍 Beautiful place of khalidiya area ❤️❤️

Nice calm place, especially in the evening

clean surroundings

(Translated by Google) Chef Abu Walid Yacoub (Original) شيف ابو وليد يعقوب

(Translated by Google) Hestarical place (Original) Hestarical place

A historic landmark in Abu Dhabi. Worth visiting. Spend time as well at the house of artisans.

Total disaster. The site was closed today, but online tickets were still selling for 10/11/2021. We bought tickets and arrived just to be told that the site is closed. It took 40(!) minutes to find someone to help with the refund. I recommend to buy tickets on arrival and not online to save yourself a lot of troubles.

I loved the place. Water. Cafe. Good place to enjoy your winter evenings. Good place to have a walk.

Great experience. Great Museum. Historical equipment are displayed and safely protecting the precious things. Artistic and cultural sections are excellent . Children Library is unique and more informative to students and everybody. All staffs are excellently helping the visitors. My special thanks to everybody.

Al Hosn is a symbol of the emirate’s rich history and a source of enormous pride for our people, I highly recommend visiting the festival 🇦🇪

Holds a lot of valuable history and relics. Well-preserved.

A must visit place. At the heart of Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Hosn is an old heritage site. Residents and tourists will live it alike. In winter, the place is amazing. There are cafes, stalls and outside seatings.

Beautiful place with a lot of cultural significance for UAE founding fathers. Loved the guided tour of this Palace and then later had dinner at the restaurant just behind it.

It's great! Very atmosphere place! Nice to visit.

Epic monument. You'll come to know a lot about history of Abu Dhabi. Many artefacts and things are kept here that will give you an idea of how people used to stay there. How was the architecture formed from day 1. What they used to wear. How their rooms were. How they socialized life.

The integration of the past and present art work and pieces is something that is really interesting. The set up is really unique and since it's even in the middle of the city makes it really awesome

I love the different events that take place in AlHosn palace in Winter. Lovely to visit it with the kids also. And the best thing is the children's library getting a free subscription ro barrow stories and books weekly. Highly recommended 👌🏻

Definitely a must if you’re in Abu Dhabi!! Great employees very attentive and courteous! There was a few amount of visitors which gave my wife and I all the time in the world to read and explore every corner of building.

I visited the museum during May. The reception staff were very friendly. They accept Fazaa or Esaad for discounted entry tickets. The galleries are well designed and tells a great store. Highly recommended. The mosque architecture is amazing. We had to walk for Al dhur prayer in the heat but it was worth it.

Iconic place with lovely water path designs. You learn a lot about the history and foundation of UAE and the Royal family. The place also combines the coffee house, an art mueseum, and a theatre. Few restaurants and coffee shops are also there. Free shaded parking as well. Highly cleaned washrooms, ablution area, and mosque. Overall, it is a very calm and unique atmosphere, which I highly recommend visiting.

I love this place! Locals love to sit here at night and it's fantastic during the day. I haven't been inside. I'm sure it will be interesting to have a look at the artisan work.

Visited last Saturday to see the Canon fire ceremony which happens only during Ramadan as a signal to break the long day fast and prayer. Place was not so crowded.. Security team wad present to look after the visitors and guide us.

Amazing to walk where first Sheikh lived. Sad that was not so crowded as another sights. Nearby building, where can you buy offline tickets, has coffee show and handcrafts museum.

Qasr al hosn is located within the Abu Dhabi city. This is nice place to visit one time to learn and understand the UAE history, life of our ancient peoples, old costume's, swards and many pictures with video and audio explanation. One main thing we liked in house of Artisan Baid Al Gahwa session with nice traditional coffee.

Very interesting history of Abu Dhabi, going back few hundred years. Many people know about the Dubai rulers, but few about the capital of the country. Al hosn plays a significant part of the culture.

Amazing and stunning place to learn something about the history of Abu Dhabi and the Emirates. The difference between the modern buildings surrounding and this historic place leaves you speechless.

Great experience. It is nice to learn about history and culture. My favorite part is the Gahwa making session in the House of artisans. Staff are polite and friendly.

Fascinating journey to delve into the rich history and lifestyle of UAE leaders – an unparalleled opportunity for a meaningful exploration. Don’t forget to be a part of the Gahwa tasting ceremony which takes place every alternate hour.