Qasr Al Watan Visitor Information

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 27 December 2021: Located within the Presidential Palace compound, Qasr Al Watan is a unique cultural landmark that offers the world a first-of-its-kind insight into the governing principles that shaped the history of the United Arab Emirates and its vision to the future.

More than just a palace and one of the only working Palaces of its kind in the world, Qasr Al Watan takes visitors on an enriching visitor journey that offers a walkway through the UAE’s past, present and future all within a contemporary setting that reflects on governance, knowledge and craftsmanship.

An architectural marvel, Qasr Al Watan’s artistry incorporates centuries of Arabian architectural design and tradition. Visitors can gain a deep appreciation of Arabian architectural craftsmanship and intellectual heritage in a truly enriching journey and can observe how traditional Arabian art and Islamic geometrical patterns have been infused as an integral aspect of the Palace’s design. 

Holding a timeless collection of artifacts and rare manuscripts within its House of Knowledge, Qasr Al Watan opens the door to an inspiring intellectual legacy that highlights Arab contributions to various fields of knowledge. The Palace also houses the Qasr Al Watan Library where visitors can explore a vast collection of books and resources about the UAE and learn about the nation’s journey

The Palace of the Nation invites visitors to enjoy live performances by Abu Dhabi Police’s Music Band, with a show entitled 'Symphony of The Nation,' every Sunday and Thursday at 12:30 P.M for a duration of 30 minutes. Once night falls, visitors can also watch the Palace in Motion evening light and sound show and see the presidential palace light up the night with a spectacular audiovisual display that projects onto the façade of the Palace the story of the UAE’s past, present, and future.

With its enriching visitor journey, edifice of knowledge, culture and rich historical legacy to discover, one visit to Qasr Al Watan is never quite enough.

Opening times December 2021: