Serving as a link between the past and the present, Qasr Al Hosn is a significant monument housing centuries of history and tradition. A celebration of vernacular architecture, the building bears witness to Abu Dhabi’s rich and varied history, having been home to a ruling family, and a seat to the government, the consultative council, and the national archives. Displaying artefacts and archival materials dating back to 6000 BC, this now-turned museum captures the metamorphosis of Abu Dhabi from an 18th-century fishing settlement to a global and modern metropolis.
The fort is divided into two main attractions, the Inner Fort and the Outer Palace. The inner fort is dedicated to the history of the Baniyas tribe, more popularly known as the al Nahyan family, narrating the tale of how they became the leaders and planners of the city.
Posted By : 691lucm
A short, fairly quick visit to the completely restored fort (too much...?) and discover, with documents and objects, the evolution of Abu Dhabi.
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Posted On : 2024-04-06 07:44:58 
Posted By : Justin W
The palace shows the contrasts between the old city and the new being the oldest structure in Abu Dhabi. The palace has been restored and you can now wonder through the halls and courtyards to see how people lived at that time.
Surprisingly the palace is similar to the idea of how the wealthy must of lived at that time. It does look like what most Americans would think life would be like here today instead of the modern ideals that the country now embraces an in a way has surpassed us.
Just to see the modern city in the background is worth the trip.
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Posted On : 2024-02-11 08:32:41
Posted By : Jingke_Y
The ticket pickup was horrible. Got the email with Voucher and it still requires to pick up the ticket in Qasr Al Hosn office. And NO one in ticket office is redeeming the voucher. The ticket officer has to call in his supervisor and check the system booking to issue tickets for us. 40 mins for pick the ticket. And there is no fast track cuz there were basically no lines to anything. I suggest anyone who wants to visit Qasr Al Hosn to buy ticket directly from their ticket office.
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Posted On : 2024-01-05 01:21:58 
Posted By : matthewmS4384KI
Amazing experience. 100% worth a visit. Great to learn the history of Abu Dhabi and see the museum pieces.
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Posted On : 2023-12-18 01:47:35
Posted By : 561elysec
Really interesting place, great history of Abu Dhabi. It didn't seem like it was typically filled with tourists, which is a shame but also good as you have space to walk around and enjoy it. The old building in amongst all the new was quite something and the Artisan House was also worth the stop, especially the coffee ceremony. Be aware though that only part of the visit is in air conditioning. There is a good bit outside so it will be hot. Would definitely recommend to anyone coming to Abu Dhabi!
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Posted On : 2023-10-18 03:20:39
Posted By : 475vladimirm
The 250-year-old fort, Qasr Al Hosn, also known as the White Fort or Old Fort, is a historic building known to be the oldest stone building in Abu Dhabi and a symbol of the UAE's ruling family. It was designed by Mohammed Al Bastaki and built in 1761. The Qasr al-Hosn is currently a museum displaying artifacts and pictures representing the history of the country. You should definitely visit it if you want to know about the history of the country you are in!
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Posted On : 2023-03-01 01:01:38
Posted By : Rob K
This is definitely worth a visit! The palace is amazing, absolutely beautiful and the exhibits and information inside were interesting, a good way to learn some of the history of Abu Dhabi. At night, there was a sound and light show on the front of the palace which was worth waiting for. (In February, it was at 7.30 but presumably, the time changes at different times of year.)
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Posted On : 2023-02-15 11:13:48
Posted By : PAUL R
If you are going to visit anywhere in AD go here. A must for its history - its prominence cannot be understated. It was there before anything else. The photos and history are amazing. Great value - it cost more for a coffee outside the grounds...! Dont miss it - give the malls a miss!
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Posted On : 2023-02-08 04:02:45
Posted By : Orestegaspari
It is the place where the regent family used to be, today there are 2 forts. An external one with the highest and safest walls and a smaller internal one. All around there is a very nice new area recently created where the locals go for a walk and eat something.In an hour you finish the visit. The fort was reopened after construction work and is now open to visitors and is worth it if you are in the area.
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Posted On : 2022-04-17 12:49:19
Posted By : DXB_Maple
A special look into the history of Abu Dhabi. You can casually walk around the fort and palace and take in the history of the city while seeing the modern city just outside the gates. There is even the oldest known structure in Abu Dhabi within the fort. It is quite well done. There was even a falcon and dancers out side the fort performing and my children really enjoyed.
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Posted On : 2021-12-30 01:30:13
