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Queen Elizabeth 2 Dubai ( QE2 ) – The New Floating Hotel In Dubai

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Dubai offers a host of experiences that cater to your every mood, however this time around there’s a much more promising addition that ensures to be the highlight of your trip. Docked permanently at Dubai’s Mina Rashid, Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) stands refurbished and ready to welcome in a sea of eager visitors. Whether you wish to dine with a backdrop of the pristine ocean and the expansive Dubai skyline, or you’d rather prefer lounging in one of her opulent suites — there’s no reason why you should hold back from indulging in QE2 Dubai’s top notch luxury. Skim through her valiant battles, historic milestones and embark on a unique cultural journey aboard the QE2 Dubai.

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More than 1,400 voyages around 6 million nautical miles — Queen Elizabeth 2’s poignant history contributes to her glory and grandeur. Built in Clydebank, Scotland, QE2 has been a part of 25 world cruises between 1969 to 2008. The ship’s main attraction — the museum — looks back into her early days as an ocean liner, mapping her 39 years of service.

After her final voyage in 2008, QE2 was handed over to her new owners who transformed her into what she is today. By the end of 2016, the rigorous efforts on transforming QE2 paid off, and it was established that her historic past was a major contributing reason for her to stay afloat. This October, QE2 will have a grand reopening with 600 rooms, 13 restaurants and several night out venues.

• Queen Elizabeth 2 once carried around 2.5 million passengers in total -– or about the equivalent of a city the size of Budapest.
• The ship has circumnavigated the globe at least 25 times.
• QE2 was also the only ship to have a synagogue at sea.
• The ship included a shopping arcade of over 11 boutiques, including a branch of Harrods.
• Approximately around 600,000 litres of beverage were consumed annually on board the QE2.

The elaborate QE2 heritage trail begins with the passengers assembling on the deck of the vessel.This tour will take you through the important features of the ship — including the Queen’s Room, The Bridge and Cabin — where you can experience an interactive playback of QE2’s history. Further on, the tour will also allow you to get a glimpse of her luxurious suites, original dining venues along with a plethora of historical artefacts dating back to her time in service. Apart from this, avail a voucher with AED 100 and relish the specially curated menu onboard one of the ship’s nine restaurant.

There is also a QE2 Exhibition near the hotel lobby – an interactive museum that showcases the QE2 during the 1960s when it was a pioneer in design, technology and lifestyle.

QE2 Heritage Tour Tickets & Timings

The QE2 Heritage Tours can be taken regularly at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM

Queen Elizabeth 2 Heritage Tour

Step on board the iconic QE2 and discover the rich heritage spanning over five decades on the QE2 Heritage Trail.

There are 9 restaurants inside the QE2 Dubai, all of them a delight better than the other. After your QE2 Heritage Tour, grab a meal on the ship. It's a culinary experience that will stay with you a long way.

If an international buffet is what you’re craving, Lido is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner on the Quarter deck. The carefully curated menu features everything beginning from fruit, cheese, yogurt to hot breakfast items as well as a full-fledged Arabic delicacies.

The Queen’s Grill

Best known for being frequented by the royal family, The Queen’s Grill’s opulence and refined taste in food will stun you. Relish a unique twist on your favourite classics like never before at this fine-dine venue.

The Yacht Club

The QE2’s former Yacht Club is restored to its original decor this year. Complete with an open terrace and an exclusive bar, visitors can lounge with a drink while looking over Dubai’s impressive skyline.

The Golden Lion

Deemed as Dubai’s oldest pub, The Golden Lion offers a truly authentic dining experience with its traditional range of draught beers, live sports screening, pool tables and game of darts.

Located right next to the lobby, the Q Cafe is quite a popular spot amongst all age groups. Perfect for catching a cuppa or a quick bite, the cafe boasts of a selection of teas, salads, sandwiches and home-made cakes.

Casino Coffee Lounge

Located adjacent to the Casino museum, the Casino Coffee Lounge offers a selection of hot as well as cold beverages. Lounge around on comfortable chairs and enjoy panoramic views of the Dubai seascape.

The Grand Lounge

Reptiles are one of the most misconstrued animals on Earth, but in reality, they are shy, interesting and some of the most beautiful creatures with vivid patterns. The Reptile House is the best place to meet reptiles like lizards, geckos, pythons, tortoises and water dragons.

Chartroom Bar

Whether you wish to sit back and catch-up over a bottle of wine or a selection of craft beers, the Chartroom Bar will stay true to its former name and live up to its yesteryears.

The Pavilion

A family-friendly al fresco dining experience, The Pavilion boasts of splendid panoramic views of the Dubai skyline and serves an array of international dishes including pizza, live BBQ and a choice of great beverages.

QE2 Dubai Address

Queen Elizabeth 2, Mina Rashid, P.O. Box 6769, Dubai, UAE Directions >

Getting There

The QE2 is located at a close proximity to some of Dubai’s most famous attractions including the Burj Khalifa, Dubai World Trade Centre and the Dubai Mall. The closest metro station to Mina Rashid is Metro M2. You can also take the bus — C1 and X92 — till the closest bus stop. Some of the closest stations to Mina Rashid include Falcon Intersection, Raffa and Al Ghubaiba.

I did the heritage tour today, very interesting to learn more about QE2 and to visit some rooms and other areas. I am sure in the future we will see the engine room etc.. for now just the upper decks. For 150aed as part as the tour there is 100 aed voucher for food and beverage. I chose Q cafe. Simple salads and toasties/paninis and for now not expensive. I liked it. The cafe is set in the main entrance outside the ship; good design and good service. Will go again if I can. Overall good experience, super happy Dubai kept QE2, it will now become one of the favorite spots for tourism in the near future.

- Sylvie B, Tripadvisor September 2018

Drove up from Abu Dhabi to have a day in Dubai, and decided to investigate the Heritage Tour on the QE2, now docked at Port Rashid. Immediately directed to reception where we purchased our tickets, DHS 150 per person (DHS 100 redeemable on food) for the 13:00 tour. We were a little bit early but were able to wander around some of the exhibits. The tour started promptly at 13:00 with the tour guide, Peter, who was excellent. Having worked on the vessel for many years was able to provide a phenomenal amount of information on the ship, the history and life on board. The tour lasted an hour and a quarter and included a detailed review of the exhibits in the reception area onshore and then the tour of a few decks aboard. I would have liked to have been able to walk on the open deck, seen the bridge and viewed astern but these were not open. There was not quite enough time to redeem our vouchers at The Lido and we ended up at the Golden Lion for 'refreshments'.

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FAQs: Queen Elizabeth 2 Dubai

Is the qe2 still in dubai.

The QE2 is now docked permanently in the new marina at Dubai's Port Rashid, within easy reach of Dubai International Airport and all local attractions.

How much did Dubai pay for QE2?

DUBAI (Reuters) - The Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) ocean liner has been given a new lease of life as a floating hotel in Dubai, 10 years after the Gulf Arab emirate bought it for $100 million.

How much did it cost to go on the QE2?

Fares for a westbound passage in May/June start at $1,199 per person, double occupancy; the more popular eastbound route starts at $1,299.

Why is the QE2 famous?

In March 1975, the QE2 made its first transit of Panama Canal, making it the biggest ship ever to travel through the canal. There was less than a foot to spare as the ship made its way through the canal locks.

Where is Queen Elizabeth 2 now?

Windsor Castle has been the home of British kings and queens for almost 1,000 years. It is an official residence of Queen Elizabeth II, whose standard flies from the Round Tower when Her Majesty is in residence.

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Book your Queen Elizabeth 2 Dubai tour tickets on your next visit to the UAE and go on a memorable tour of the historical QE2 ocean liner.  

Key Highlights

• Tour of the historical ocean liner, based Queen Elizabeth 2 
• International themed lunch or dinner at Lido’s restaurant 
• Tour of the Bridge also available 

About Queen Elizabeth Heritage Tour

You can’t miss the Queen Elizabeth 2 Heritage tour on your next trip to Dubai. The historically themed ocean liner, permanently parked at the Mina Rashid port, will take you on a time travel. The iconic QE2 is designed with 13 categories of vintage and classy suites, 8 restaurants, bars and entertainment venues making it a one of its kind cruise n Dubai. 

The tour starts at the exhibition in main terminal then taking you through the interactive exhibition, then onto the main vessel where you will be guided through the history of some of the ship's most notable places - including a cabin and the Queens Room. The Captain’s bridge tells about the functions of the space and takes you to the heart of the QE2. You can take a selfie from the bridge wing with the iconic skyline of Dubai in the distance and also navigate to the captain's day room, the chart room and the flag room, hidden control room and to the midship lobby. The bridge has limited capacity so it is best to book your Queen Elizabeth 2 Dubai tour tickets in advance. 

You can choose to go for the Heritage tour only or you can choose the one with the bridge if you want to visit the bridge along with the tour. The most preferred are the tours with lunch or dinner at the Lido’s where you can experience the fine hospitality of QE2 tours. Lido’s is one of the restaurants’ at QE2 and serves delicious themed buffet daily.

• Pass for Heritage Tour of QE2 
• Pass for Heritage tour along with access to Captain’s Bridge tour 
• Pass for Heritage Tour of QE2 with Lunch at Lido’s restaurant 
• Live entertainment for adults and play area in the ball room for kids 
• There will gym features made an available with indoor swimming pool
• Pass for Heritage Tour of QE2 with Dinner at Lido’s restaurant 
• There will gym features made an available with indoor swimming poo
• Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Additional Information

Before you book your Queen Elizabeth 2 Dubai tour tickets, it is good to know some key points from travellers: 

Insiders’ Tips: 

• Lido presents an international buffet on the Quarter-Deck
• Meeting point for the Heritage tour is near the hotel lobby 
• Kids below 6 years are not allowed to Heritage tour with Bridge
• You will be picked up from your Hotel in Dubai (If Transportation selected)
• You are required to Book your Tour at least one day in Advance if you are selecting Transportation.

Restrictions: 

• Outside food and beverage 
• Littering is prohibited  

Timing:  The timings of QE2 Heritage tours are: 

• Heritage tour - 11.00 AM, 1.00 PM, 3.00 PM, 5.00 PM, 7.00 PM 
• Heritage tour with Bridge - 10.00 AM, 12.00 PM, 4.00 PM 
• Heritage tour with Lunch - 12.30 PM to 3.00 PM (closed on Fridays)  
• Heritage tour with Dinner - 7 PM to 11 PM

What to Wear:  Wear anything comfortable and casual so that you can walk around easily and yet modest and covered as revealing clothes is not a culture of the middle east.

Child Policy: 

• Below 6 years are considered as Infant, 
• Children between 6-12 years can get child tickets  
• Kids below 6 years are not allowed to Heritage tour with Bridg

Cancellation Policy

• You can cancel your Queen Elizabeth 2 Dubai tour tickets 48 hours in advance and get a full refund.

Your Queen Elizabeth 2 Dubai tour tickets will be emailed to you within 20-45 minutes of purchase. Please display the same on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID.

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Queen elizabeth heritage tour   frequently asked questions.

What is the best time to visit Queen Elizabeth 2? 

You can visit Queen Elizabeth 2 any time of the year as this is an indoor experience.

What is there at Queen Elizabeth 2? 

Queen Elizabeth 2 is an ocean liner based on the historical Queen Elizabeth ship.

Are there any restrictions at Queen Elizabeth 2? 

Only outside food and drinks are not allowed inside. 

What is the timing for Queen Elizabeth 2?  

The timings of QE2 Heritage tours are: 

What is the meeting point for Queen Elizabeth 2? 

You are required to meet at the hotel lobby. 

Are kids allowed at Queen Elizabeth 2?

Yes, kids are welcome. Below 6 years get free entry. 

Do you offer transfers? 

Yes. Please select your prefer mode of transport at the time of booking your ticket. 

Can I reach Queen Elizabeth 2 on my own?

Yes. Please refer to Getting There section for details. 

How much are Queen Elizabeth 2 Dubai tour tickets? 

Queen Elizabeth 2 Dubai tour tickets start from AED 85 for the Heritage tour only. 

Can I get a discount on Queen Elizabeth 2 Dubai tour tickets? 

We offer the best prices in the market. For seasonal discounts and deals you can check our deals section. 

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TRIPXTOURS DMCC Wafi Residence, M floor, Oud metha Rd - Umm Hurair 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

A Journey Back in Time  

Explore the greatest ocean-liner of our time.

Step back in time with our all-new Heritage Tour as you discover a glimpse of what life was like onboard the iconic QE2 during her sailing days.

Enjoy a unique insight into the British heritage, design and engineering, and maritime history of the iconic vessel over her five decade history.

Our fun, educational and engaging tour is hosted by QE2 staff member, Peter Warwick, who served onboard during our sailing days and rubbed shoulders with plenty of famous guests.

Choose from a range of packages, including the opportunity to stay for a little longer and enjoy drinks or a relaxing alfresco lunch.  

THE QE2 HERITAGE & BRIDGE TOURS 

Qe2 heritage tour ​.

Starting at the QE2 exhibition in the main terminal, you’ll begin the tour with an interactive showcase of some of the ocean liner’s key features – including the bridge, The Queens Room and the Cabin design from the 1960s. Then, you’ll make your way into the Midship Lobby – home to a collection of original murals depicting the history of Cunard and dating back to the 1840s – and you’ll also get a sneak peek inside The Golden Lion – our traditional English Pub which is decorated with commemorative shields from the QE2’s ports of call over the years. There will be plenty of photo opportunities on the Boat Deck and the Captain’s Bridge as you take in the view of the ship in all her glory, with the iconic Dubai skyline in the distance.

Price: AED 85 per person Timing:  1pm, 4pm, daily (excluding Mondays) Pre-booking is advisable. Walk ins will be accepted subject to availability.  

QE2 Heritage Tour with lunch ​

Make the most of your time onboard the iconic vessel and dine with a three course set menu lunch at The Queens Grill restaurant.

Price: AED 145 per person Timing:  1pm Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday. Lunch can be booked before or after the tour. Must be booked a day in advance.  

QE2 Heritage Tour with glass of wine and canapes 

Make a pitstop on your tour for a refreshing glass of wine and some nibbles as you soak up the heritage and surroundings from the vantage point of the Captain’s Bridge.

Price: AED 125 per person Timing: 5pm to 6pm, daily (excluding Mondays) Must be booked a day in advance.

Afternoon Tea & Heritage Tour

Enhance your afternoon tea experience at the Queens Grill restaurant by combining it with a captivating tour onboard the iconic Queen Elizabeth 2. Step back in time and discover the rich British heritage, intricate design and engineering, and fascinating maritime history of this legendary vessel while indulging in a delightful assortment of savory bites, freshly baked scones, and a variety of pastries.

You can opt for the Cunard afternoon tea, which includes cold bites and pastries, or the Britannia afternoon tea, which features a mix of cold and hot canapés and pastries.

Friday & Saturday 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Afternoon Tea 5:00 pm – Heritage Tour

Heritage Tour + Cunard Afternoon Tea AED 225 per person / AED 175 per child (8 – 12 years old)

Heritage Tour + Britannia Afternoon Tea AED 275 per person / AED 195 per child (8 – 12 years old)

*Offer is subject to availability

For inquiries, please contact us at +971 4 526 8888 or [email protected]

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