About Qasr Al Hosn
Qasr Al Hosn is the oldest stone building in Abu Dhabi — a fort that began as a watchtower in the 18th century and is now a museum of the city’s history.
Qasr Al Hosn started as a coral-and-sea-stone watchtower guarding a freshwater well, and grew into the fort and palace of the ruling Al Nahyan family. It reopened as a museum in 2018 after a long restoration.
The site includes the Inner Fort, the Outer Palace, the Cultural Foundation with its exhibitions and library, and the House of Artisans, where traditional Emirati crafts such as weaving and palm-frond work are demonstrated.
Highlights
- Abu Dhabi’s oldest building
- House of Artisans craft demonstrations
- Cultural Foundation exhibitions
Good to know
- • It is in the middle of the city, an easy stop between the Corniche and the World Trade Center Souk.
Where is Qasr Al Hosn?
Qasr Al Hosn is in Al Hisn, in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The closest places in this guide are House of Artisans (100 m), Zayed the Second Mosque, Al-Hisn (400 m) and World Trade Center / The Mall (600 m). Use Get directions for a route from where you are.
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