Queen Elizabeth 2 Heritage Tour: A Floating Legacy In Dubai

In a city that prides itself on breaking records and reshaping skylines, it is rare to encounter a landmark that carries the weight of five decades of global history. Yet at Mina Rashid, quietly moored in a dock kissed by the Arabian Gulf, the Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) awaits you and your loved ones for a different kind of journey — one that glides through time rather than waves. With the return of its newly enhanced QE2 Heritage Tour, this iconic ocean liner-turned-floating hotel invites you to relive its golden days, from transatlantic glamour to war-time service and royal encounters.

Launched on 20 September 1967 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II herself, the QE2 was more than just a vessel. She was a marvel of engineering foresight — the first British liner to feature full air-conditioning, equipped with stabilisers to defy the choppy North Atlantic and later reborn as a luxury cruise ship. Over 5.6 million nautical miles and 2.5 million passengers later, her legend lives on, this time from the heart of Dubai, as a museum, hotel and immersive time capsule.

Rediscover a Masterpiece of British Engineering

The QE2 Heritage Tour is no ordinary walkthrough — it is a multi-sensory encounter with maritime legacy. From the Clydebank shipyards of John Brown & Co. to her role in the Falklands War and her cameo in celebrity folklore, every corridor and cabin tells a story. Whether you are stepping into the Captain’s quarters, the preserved vintage passenger rooms, or the garage that once held a Rolls-Royce, each detail has been painstakingly curated to showcase the ship’s design, versatility and indomitable spirit.

You will also get up close with authentic artifacts and rare memorabilia — navigational tools, historic photographs, personal mementos and artworks that anchor the QE2’s legacy not just in innovation, but in human emotion. It is a museum that moves — not by engine, but by storytelling.

Royal Moments, Afternoon Teas and Maritime Memories

For those seeking to pair nostalgia with indulgence, the QE2 Royal Afternoon Tea & Heritage Tour blends elegance with exploration. Available at The Chartroom and the legendary Queens Grill, this experience layers in a regal spread of scones, sweets and sandwiches after your guided walkthrough — all within the original interiors once frequented by diplomats, designers and dignitaries.

If food is your anchor, opt for the QE2 Dine & Discover package — combining the tour with lunch or dinner. Imagine concluding a walkthrough of the ship’s bridge and flag room with a modern meal under polished brass lighting and ocean-facing windows. This is history you can taste.

Perfect for Families, Travellers and Maritime Aficionados

For families, students or curious adventurers, there is also the dedicated QE2 Heritage Tour for Schools, offering a hands-on introduction to maritime innovation and global history. Whether you grew up dreaming of sea voyages or are simply in search of something new to discover in Dubai, this is an experience that transcends generations.

Tour Details and Booking

QE2 Heritage Tour: Daily at 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
QE2 Royal Afternoon Tea & Heritage Tour:
• The Chartroom (Mon–Thurs): 2:00 PM–5:00 PM (Last seating: 4:00 PM)
• Queens Grill (Fri–Sun): 3:00 PM–6:30 PM (Last seating: 5:00 PM)
QE2 Dine & Discover: Daily at 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM
QE2 Heritage Tour for Schools: Weekdays at 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM (Max 30 students per session)

To reserve your place on board this once-in-a-lifetime journey:

Phone: +971 4 526 8888
Email: tours.qe2@accor.com
Website: www.qe2.com/heritage-tours

As the QE2 continues her voyage not through oceans, but through memory and design, every visit becomes a chapter in a story that spans oceans, decades and destinies. Do not just stay in Dubai — sail through its most iconic legacy, one deck at a time.