Sheikh Zayed Mosque: is it open to visitors on your date?
Short answer: Sat 7 Nov 2026: Open to visitors 09:00–21:00.
Abu Dhabi's grand mosque keeps long visiting hours. The only daily-life closure tourists meet is Friday midday, but visits must be booked online in advance and, since September 2026, carry a small entry fee.
Sat 7 November 2026
Open 09:00–21:00
Last entry 20:30.
| 09:00–21:00 | Open to visitors |
The rule
Open to visitors 09:00–21:00 every day (last entry 20:30). On Fridays visits stop from 12:00 to 14:30 for the Friday prayer (last morning entry 11:30).
Book a free time slot on the official site before you go; tourists pay AED 10 at entry. Long, loose clothing; women cover their hair. The centre no longer lends abayas.
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Source: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, visiting hours. Rule last checked November 2026.
Through the year
| Mid-month Wednesday | Open to visitors |
|---|---|
| 20 Jan 2027 | 09:00–21:00 |
| 17 Feb 2027 | 09:00–21:00 |
| 17 Mar 2027 | 09:00–21:00 |
| 14 Apr 2027 | 09:00–21:00 |
| 19 May 2027 | 09:00–21:00 |
| 16 Jun 2027 | 09:00–21:00 |
| 14 Jul 2027 | 09:00–21:00 |
| 18 Aug 2027 | 09:00–21:00 |
| 15 Sep 2027 | 09:00–21:00 |
| 20 Oct 2027 | 09:00–21:00 |
| 18 Nov 2026 | 09:00–21:00 |
| 16 Dec 2026 | 09:00–21:00 |
Sheikh Zayed Mosque by month
Questions
What time is Sheikh Zayed Mosque open to visitors today?
Sat 7 November 2026: open to visitors 09:00–21:00. Pick another date above; the times move every day.
Is Sheikh Zayed Mosque open on Friday?
Fri 13 November: open to visitors 09:00–12:00 and 14:30–21:00; closed for the Friday prayer.
When is Sheikh Zayed Mosque closed to visitors?
Open to visitors 09:00–21:00 every day (last entry 20:30). On Fridays visits stop from 12:00 to 14:30 for the Friday prayer (last morning entry 11:30).
What is the best time to visit Sheikh Zayed Mosque?
Go early on any day but Friday: the morning window is the longest and least crowded. On 7 Nov the first window is 09:00–21:00.
Is Sheikh Zayed Mosque open on Saturday and Sunday?
Yes, weekends follow the normal prayer pattern. Sat 7 November: open to visitors 09:00–21:00.
This site follows a fixed weekly timetable rather than daily prayer times. Opening hours can change for religious holidays, state ceremonies and restoration work; times are local (Asia/Dubai).