Qasr Al Hosn

Pay a visit to the Qasr Al Hosn fort, the oldest stone building and one of the most culturally significant structures in all of Abu Dhabi. It was the central structure from which the rest of Abu Dhabi was born, and is therefore, a major testament to this city’s rich history. Dating back to the 1790s, the Qasr Al Hosn palace and fort is also home to Abu Dhabi’s very first permanent structure, a watchtower, which overlooks the sea, and was built to safeguard the island settlements here.

The fort has also served as the former seat of the Abu Dhabi government, and has been the abode of several important buildings here, including the Al Hosn Palace, the Cultural Complex, National Consultative Council as well as the House of Artisans, among others. Additionally, it was also the home of the ruling party ever since the 18th century.

As of today, the Qasr Al Hosn fort is also a museum, where you can witness manuscripts and relics from times immemorial, in addition to tools, weapons and other artefacts that date back to as early as the 6,000 BC. To learn about the origins of Abu Dhabi and the age-old stories associated with it, Qasr Al Hosn is the best place to be.

The best way to get your Qasr Al Hosn tickets is to book them online. By purchasing them online, you can enjoy a faster entry into the fort, without having to wait in the long queues during your visit. Additionally, you can also skip the heat and the rush at the ticket counters, and explore the fort and its different attractions at a more comfortable pace. By pre-booking your Qasr Al Hosn tickets online, you can also avail a plethora of exciting deals and discounts, and thereby save some money during your trip. The price of an online ticket to the Qasr Al Hosn fort typically includes your admission ticket to the fort, along with a complimentary entry into the various attractions within it. These include the entry into the House of Artisans and Cultural Foundation, as well as Landscapes.