Beach
Abu Dhabi Corniche
Eight kilometres of manicured beach and cycle path along the capital's waterfront skyline.
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Abu Dhabi Corniche
The Corniche is Abu Dhabi's living room — a landscaped waterfront running from Marina Mall to the Sheraton, with Blue Flag beaches, cycle and jogging tracks, coffee kiosks and calm swimming.
Visitor Tip
Rent a bike for the full 8 km stretch at dawn or after 4pm.
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Nearby Attractions
Historical Site
Al Ain Oasis
A UNESCO-listed 3,000-year falaj-irrigated palm oasis at the heart of the Garden City.
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Landmark
Emirates Palace
The gold-domed monument of Abu Dhabi hospitality — a hotel, a landmark and a national living room.
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Theme Park
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Home of Formula Rossa — the world's fastest roller coaster — inside a Ferrari-red pavilion of Italian dreams.
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Mountain
Jebel Hafeet
The UAE's highest peak (1,249 m) climbs above Al Ain — twelve kilometres of switchbacks to a spectacular summit.
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
The UAE's spiritual heart — 82 domes, four minarets and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet, in dazzling white marble.
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Museum
Louvre Abu Dhabi
Jean Nouvel's rain-of-light dome floats over a museum of humanity's shared civilisations.
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Where to Stay
5★ Hotel
Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi
City resort on the mangrove-lined channel with in-house kayaking, spa and dhow-style dining.
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5★ Hotel
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Yamm Villa Resort
Beachfront villas on the Arabian Wildlife Reserve, with private plunge pools and safari-style game drives on the doorstep.
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5★ Hotel
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi
Palatial landmark on the Corniche with private beach and marina.
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5★ Hotel
Erth Abu Dhabi
Boutique urban retreat on the Al Bateen waterfront, redesigned around Emirati craftsmanship and traditional hospitality.
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5★ Hotel
Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island
Contemporary business-and-leisure flagship overlooking the mangroves, adjacent to Galleria Mall.
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5★ Hotel
Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort
Sustainability-focused beach resort with wellness programming, family villas and direct access to Saadiyat's protected beach.
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Where to Eat
Modern Cantonese
Hakkasan Abu Dhabi
Emirates Palace's temple to modern Cantonese cuisine — signature crispy duck and DJ-lit late nights.
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Japanese Izakaya
Zuma Abu Dhabi
The Al Maryah Island counterpart of Dubai's dining icon — robata grill, sushi and sake with harbour views.
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Italian
Talea by Antonio Guida
Antonio Guida's regional debut — a Michelin two-star chef bringing quiet, precise Italian cooking to Emirates Palace.
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Italian
Café Milano
Roberto Donna's Washington DC classic reopens in Four Seasons Al Maryah — DC's political dining, on the water.
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Peruvian
COYA Abu Dhabi
The Four Seasons rooftop for Peruvian pisco, ceviche and yellow-tiger tiradito, on the Al Maryah waterfront.
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Emirati
Mezlai
Emirates Palace's Emirati fine-dining room — the region's most refined take on the national cuisine.
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Curated Experiences
Theme Park
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
General admission to SeaWorld Abu Dhabi — the world's largest marine research and rescue centre — with private transfers.
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Combo Tour
Abu Dhabi to Dubai City Tour
A one-day tour combining Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace and Corniche with Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah and Burj Khalifa area.
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Theme Park
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
General admission to Warner Bros. World — the world's largest indoor theme park — with private transfers and six themed lands.
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Theme Park
Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi
Full-day access to Yas Waterworld with 40+ rides and slides and private hotel transfers.
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Cultural
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Private Guided Tour
A private, unhurried guided visit to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with sunset timing, courtesy abayas, priority access and a photographer's route.
Abu Dhabi · Half Day (4h)
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City Tour
Abu Dhabi City Tour
A complete first-day introduction to Abu Dhabi covering Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Heritage Village, the Corniche and Emirates Palace with a private guide and hotel pickup.
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