Jumeirah Mosque
Jumeirah Mosque
4.5
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM, 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
About
The Jumeirah Mosque has been a focal point for our ‘Open Doors. Open Minds.’ program for over two decades, an opportunity to interact with your guide, ask plenty of questions and take photographs. Join us for a visit at the iconic Jumeirah Mosque, one of the most popular mosque visit in Dubai which are open to non-Muslims. Register at our Majlis, and enjoy light Emirati refreshments before the presentation starts. Booking is not required for public visits. Modest clothing is preferred. Ladies are required to bring their own head cover/scarf. First guided Mosque visit at 10:00am Second guided Mosque visit at 2:00pm Registration begins 30 minutes before the program starts Price: AED 35 (Includes light refreshments and all majlis activities) Open from Saturday to Thursday. Closed on Friday.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Neighbourhood: Jumeirah
Years ago, before the skyscrapers, before the 12-lane highway, there was only Jumeirah. In fact, when the UAE was formed, its rulers signed the agreement in Union House, at the very start of Jumeirah Beach Road. Often called “The Beverly Hills” of Dubai, a drive down Beach Road reveals one enormous, lavish villa after another. Originally residential-only neighbourhoods, they are now also home to an array of cafes, smart boutiques, and art galleries. Home to one of Dubai’s few public beaches, this recently renovated area includes a new boardwalk, running and walking track, with changing facilities and cafes along the way. Another landmark, Jumeirah Mosque, is the only mosque in Dubai that can be entered by non-Muslims. As part of the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding, the mosque hosts regular tours and talks about Islam, as part of an “Open Doors, Open Minds” program. A wonderful way to understand more about the UAE and Islam.
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- M_apple1Miami, Florida46 contributionsOpen Doors, Open Minds. Truly worthwhile!A visit to this mosque and participation in the program allows for learning about a different culture/religion. We had the ability to ask questions in a “safe space” without fear of saying or seeing the wrong thing. I highly recommend participating. A great way we started our visit to Dubai!Visited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten 3 October 2023
- PhilippaEly, United Kingdom15 contributionsFantastic VisitWell worth a visit. Beautiful building and incredibly informative. You are made to feel so incredibly welcome, everyone is approachable and keen to share their beliefs with you. The tour guide we have was wonderful and tan the tour in a really light hearted way. Loved seeing the women’s prayer room filled with toys - it’s a living, breathing place of worship. Not stuffy at all. Thoroughly recommend.Visited October 2023Travelled soloWritten 18 October 2023
- Anna’s view of the world 🌎Dubai, United Arab Emirates19 contributionsJumeirah mosque visitGreat, informative and friendly tour. Food from the buffet was lovely way to start the tour. Tour guide was really calm and friendly , used lots of life situations and funny stories that were taken really well by public. Falcon photo and the henna tattoo is a sweet cherry at the top of the cake. Thank you for this great experience , hope to come back soon.Visited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten 20 October 2023
- Rosa A1 contributionBeautiful mosque and kind peopleThis was a great experience. We were welcomed with open arms. We got received with local sweets and could walk around a gallery and the museum part. After this we went inside the mosque. This mosque is beautiful decorated and was very calming. Our guide told us a lot about Islam and the mosque with pride. You can see how much he cares for the mosque. We were encouraged to ask as many questions as we could think of, and i did. This was an amazing experience and we were so happy that we saw another part of Dubai as well.Visited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten 28 October 2023
- vmribeiroRio de Janeiro, RJ4 contributionsA true giftThe whole experience was mesmerizing. The staff was very kind and provided us with extensive information on Islam's rituals, story and habits. I would strongly recommend the attraction to truly understand and experience an introduction to this faith, providing a respectful approach towards intercultural dialogue and coexistence.Visited November 2023Travelled with familyWritten 5 November 2023
- JayZee13Cleveland, Ohio78 contributionsMosque visit in DubaiThis was a very interesting program introducing us to the Muslim faith. Our guide was very engaging and answered our questions well. Inside the mosque, the echo sometimes made it difficult to understand or hear everything he was saying.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 18 November 2023
- Kim MBristol, Tennessee105 contributionsDon't miss this beautiful mosque!This is a can’t miss attraction in Dubai. For less than $10 US, you can tour a beautiful mosque, experience Arabic coffee and have a beautiful henna tattoo. My tour guide was friendly, welcoming and knowledge. It was one of my Dubai highlights.Visited December 2023Travelled soloWritten 3 January 2024
- Paul C1 contributionHighly Recomended!This place was awesome you will learn a lot and understand more about Islam and culture of UAE the best. If you are new or expat in UAE this is a must. Levhan is very welcoming, Latifa is superb and all of the staff have a welcoming smile. Thank you for this experience.Visited January 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 10 January 2024
- Maria Lourdes C2 contributionsThe most amazing and organized Mosque tourThe most amazing and well organized mosque tour I have seen. Me and my mum enjoyed the tour conducted by Ahmed. Who is fun and engaging. He speaks good english and im sure everyone understands him. We truly feel the arabic culture and Islam. Thanks to UAE for this wonderful experience.Visited December 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 18 January 2024
- Rebecca M8 contributionsVery interesting visitSuch an interesting tour led by our guide Ahmed. We learnt a lot about the mosque and Emirati culture within Islam. We were able to ask questions to find out more and were welcomed with local coffee and snacks. A wonderful mid afternoon outing.Visited March 2024Travelled with familyWritten 31 March 2024
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Russell3939
Castle Rock, CO1,024 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
We got here at 9:15 and checked in. We found the people working here to be very friendly. We had a chance to sample some light refreshments. They also had a falcon that you could hold. The cost is 25aed per person over 12. They take you inside the mosque and cover the 5 pillars of Islam and show you how they pray. The have a question and answer session at the end. We found the tour to be informative.
Written 1 January 2020
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Angharad E
Plymouth, UK26 contributions
Nov 2021 • Friends
What an incredible place and a must-do visit in Dubai.
Latifa gave such an interesting presentation on the history of both the mosque itself, and of Islam and day-to-day religious practice in Dubai with a really great Q&A session.
My advice would be to stay behind in the mosque after the talk is finished and most people have left just to enjoy the beauty of the building itself. I’d have loved to speak to Latifa myself but she was much in demand and had several people waiting to talk to her!
The whole idea of the programme at the Jumeirah Mosque is to promote cultural understanding, and I think the team are doing an absolutely amazing job.
It was a lovely surprise to see the most gorgeous bird of prey in the building too, and to have had the opportunity to hold him.
For the very small entry fee for the tour, you get so much more in terms of the experience. I had read the website previously and made sure I wore appropriate clothing and had a headscarf, but for those who didn’t (including men who had shorts above the knee) traditional dress was provided to enable them to come into the mosque.
Tours are now at 10am AND 2pm so if you miss the first one you have a second opportunity. Make sure you check the website before you go.
Latifa gave such an interesting presentation on the history of both the mosque itself, and of Islam and day-to-day religious practice in Dubai with a really great Q&A session.
My advice would be to stay behind in the mosque after the talk is finished and most people have left just to enjoy the beauty of the building itself. I’d have loved to speak to Latifa myself but she was much in demand and had several people waiting to talk to her!
The whole idea of the programme at the Jumeirah Mosque is to promote cultural understanding, and I think the team are doing an absolutely amazing job.
It was a lovely surprise to see the most gorgeous bird of prey in the building too, and to have had the opportunity to hold him.
For the very small entry fee for the tour, you get so much more in terms of the experience. I had read the website previously and made sure I wore appropriate clothing and had a headscarf, but for those who didn’t (including men who had shorts above the knee) traditional dress was provided to enable them to come into the mosque.
Tours are now at 10am AND 2pm so if you miss the first one you have a second opportunity. Make sure you check the website before you go.
Written 5 November 2021
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angmohs
Singapore, Singapore145 contributions
Dec 2020
Well - this was a great change from most of Dubai and we really enjoyed the session with Tracey, who explained a lot we didn't know about the Muslim religion. Everyone is super friendly and we asked a lot of questions. It created a very positive impression of the UAE with their open approach to discussion. Highly recommended - then we went to the Emirates Museum which is 5 minutes drive away - fabulous building and worth 45 minutes to understand the background to the formation of the UAE.
Written 23 December 2020
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TripMember05062015
Hampshire, UK95 contributions
Feb 2020
The mosque tour, hosted by the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding, was a perfect introduction to Arabic culture and Islam. It was inexpensive, aimed at non-Muslims and we never felt as though it was a sermon or a hard-sell. The guide spoke perfect English and was happy to answer any questions. This is a great opportunity to ask all those questions you were always afraid to ask.
Written 28 February 2020
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Marguerite
4 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
Mosque building itself very disappointing especially after our visit to the Abu Dhabi Mosque. The entrance fee included a date, dough type ball and tiny Turkish coffee or tea but was still expensive. Guide knowledgeable but slightly indoctrinating. She spoke about the building itself for a couple of minutes and 40 minutes on Islam
Written 28 February 2023
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Dear Marguerite,
Thank you for your comment. The Jumeirah Mosque has a different experience than the Grand Mosque but both are well known and worth the visit to see the different styles and architecture. The fee for the mosque also includes the gallery upstairs and now a newly built museum as well.
We hope to see you again :)!
Written 8 May 2023
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ALifeinHK
HongKong24 contributions
Feb 2022
The mosque tour was a highlight of our Dubai stay. Achmed was an excellent guide and made sure that there were no questions unanswered. They have two tours per day (except Friday) at 10am and 2pm.
I wish I would have found out earlier, then I would have done the bus tour around Dubai as well.
I wish I would have found out earlier, then I would have done the bus tour around Dubai as well.
Written 3 February 2022
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Rish
315 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Hi,
Had heard about Jumeirah Mosque in Dubai & wanted to visit because it is the only mosque in Dubai which is open to non-muslims. Went there on a weekday for a guided tour which lasted about 75 minutes. The entry fees were about 40 AED in which one is given some light refreshments & some tea (pix attached). In case, if you are wearing shorts then, a Kandora (Islamic dress) is given for male to cover him before entering the place. Our guide told us about the five pillars of Islam & other things before we went inside the place where there would be Q&As. One of the person in the mosque showed us how to pray. Overall, its a nice place to visit. Nothing spectacular.
Had heard about Jumeirah Mosque in Dubai & wanted to visit because it is the only mosque in Dubai which is open to non-muslims. Went there on a weekday for a guided tour which lasted about 75 minutes. The entry fees were about 40 AED in which one is given some light refreshments & some tea (pix attached). In case, if you are wearing shorts then, a Kandora (Islamic dress) is given for male to cover him before entering the place. Our guide told us about the five pillars of Islam & other things before we went inside the place where there would be Q&As. One of the person in the mosque showed us how to pray. Overall, its a nice place to visit. Nothing spectacular.
Written 24 May 2024
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zuv
Bucharest, Romania38,262 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
A mosque with beautiful architecture. Medium in size, not one of the most impressive I've seen. I didn't manage to visit it inside, there are only two guided visits a day, at 10:00 and 14:00.
I visited the small museum with exhibits from Dubai's past, located in an adjacent building, for which a small fee is paid. The price includes a tiny traditional coffee and the opportunity to take a photo with a real falcon.
Also here you can drink (for a fee) a cappuccino with camel milk, a classic coffee or an iced juice.
There is also a small souvenir shop.
I visited the small museum with exhibits from Dubai's past, located in an adjacent building, for which a small fee is paid. The price includes a tiny traditional coffee and the opportunity to take a photo with a real falcon.
Also here you can drink (for a fee) a cappuccino with camel milk, a classic coffee or an iced juice.
There is also a small souvenir shop.
Written 27 October 2023
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Madrika91
Budapest, Hungary137 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
In our day of visit, it was closed due to someone’s death, without any previous notification. This information was not on the website, only on a printed paper on the door... there were many tourists came for the 10.00 tour, all of them modestly dressed, prepared for the tour, and then... nothing. Maybe next time....but now it was a disappointment that they couldn’t informed the people on the closure.
Written 8 April 2021
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aarondds
Seattle, WA10 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
We had a wonderful experience on the tour. Our guide Ahmed was very educational and answered everyone's questions. It really highlighted how many things we all have in common across all cultures. I would highly recommend it for anyone visiting Dubai, even if they only have a few days here. We had read that we needed to arrive 30 minutes early but we only arrived 10 minutes early for the 2 PM session and we're still able to join without a problem.
Written 11 April 2024
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When is the mosque open? Can we just turn up for a tour? Thank you
Written 9 January 2020
The Jumeirah mosque open as normal as daily at 10.00 AM and 2.00 PM except Fridays and Sunday (For the guided tour costs AED 25 per person)
Written 9 January 2020
I'm Christian (not Muslim), but I know that Dubai does not shut down completely during Ramadan. I guess the Jumeirah mosque may open as normal as daily at 10.00 AM and 2.00 PM except Fridays (25 AED/person)
Written 22 December 2019
From Baniyas metro station, how can I get to the Mosque?
Written 26 September 2019
I am not too sure we went on a tour.
Maybe ask at the information centre.
Written 4 November 2019
Hi, can I pay the tour with a credit card? And can I bring my backpack with me to the mosque and tour?
Written 15 September 2019
Yes to CC and backpack. It's a (large) one room waiting area/buffet experience/gift shop, ie "open concept." And it's an around the corner Mosque, one large room - no extensive walking and no smaller rooms. They really want to teach non-muslims about Islam, without any conversion mumbo-jumbo. Very friendly. Very open.
Written 21 September 2019
What is the appropriate dress code for men and women? I understand that women should wear a scarf over their head; however, is it required that legs are also fully covered for both men and women?
Written 7 September 2019
It is more appropriate that you have have your body full covered with long sleeves and trousers (or long skirt etc) and head cover (women).
Men should also be modestly dressed, i.e. not ripped jeans, tight bottoms or Short shorts,
Any bottoms below the knee should be fine
Written 19 January 2020
Hello Carrie, the Mesquita Jumeirah is a mosque so there is no entry fee. I visited it free of cost. If you’re referring to another site by the same name, I don’t know about it and hence can’t give you a correct response.
Hope you have an enjoyable trip to Dubai and the Emirates.
Written 21 July 2019
Is there anywhere to leave beach bags? It seems a bit disrespectful to go on the tour inside carrying a big bag!
Written 28 April 2019
To be honest I cant see why that would be an issue. If you want to know in advance, I would go on the Jumeirah mosque website and ask them the question?
I did this a couple of times before I went to Dubai and they responded very quickly.
Hope that helps.
Written 28 June 2019
Assolutamente no e questo perchè hanno le loro funzioni e non si può entrare per visitare e fotografare.
Written 28 May 2019
hola! Quisiera saber si se puede visitar la mezquita individualmente o la unica manera es la visita guiada. Gracias!
Written 8 February 2019
..aber die Führung ist wirklich sehr zu empfehlen!
Written 21 February 2019
Can we visit the mosque by our own or do we have to do the 75 minutes tour?Thank you.
Written 30 December 2018
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