Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is an inland desert metropolis filled with modern skyscrapers, glitzy shopping malls and authentic ancient sites. Where else in the world can you see a Ferrari World theme park and a Formula 1 racetrack, enjoy a day at the beach and then spend the night on a desert safari? Tourists also come to visit Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, holding up to 40,000 worshipers.
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Top attractions in Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
1. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
4.8
(52234)
Mosque
Sights & Landmarks
One of the largest mosques in the world, topped with 82 white domes of varying sizes.
Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
2. Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
4.5
(50279)
Theme park
Water & Amusement Parks
Motor racing-themed complex with thrill & family rides, driving simulators & car factory tour.
Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi
3. Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi
4.5
(15702)
Water park
Water & Amusement Parks
Varied destination for adrenalin-fueled waterslides & static surfing waves, plus shopping & dining.
Yas Marina Circuit
4. Yas Marina Circuit
4.7
(1916)
Car racing track
Sights & Landmarks
Circuit for Formula 1 events & amateur driving programs, plus a go-kart track & fitness events.
Marina Mall
5. Marina Mall
4.4
(30782)
Shopping mall
Shopping
Vast retail, dining & entertainment centre with designer stores, plus a bowling alley & an ice rink.
Louvre Abu Dhabi
6. Louvre Abu Dhabi
4.6
(30103)
Art museum
Museums
Innovative museum surrounded by water, featuring ancient to modern art pieces, kayaking & a cafe.
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Other notable attractions

Emirates Heritage Village
Sights & Landmarks
Historic Sites
Reconstruction of a traditional desert village with a regular roster of events & exhibitions.
Observation Deck at 300
Sights & Landmarks
Lounge
74th-floor lookout with 360º city views (entrance fee), plus a cafe serving high tea.
Yas Mall
Shopping mall
Shopping
Light-filled 3-level mall with international retailers & eateries, plus a 20-screen cinema.
Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital
Animal hospital
Sights & Landmarks
The first & the largest hospital in the world to be dedicated entirely to the hawk.
Corniche Beach
Beach
Outdoor Activities
City beach with international clean-water status & ropes limited the available swimming distance.
Emirates Park Zoo
Zoo
Outdoor Activities
Wildlife park including elephant- & giraffe-feeding sessions, bird-of-prey shows & entertainment.
Etihad Towers
Business center
Sights & Landmarks
Contemporary complex of 5 towers offering shopping, dining, luxury lodging & an observation deck.
Abu Dhabi Mall
Shopping mall
Shopping
Entertainment & shopping complex with family dining, a cinema, supervised play areas & 200 shops.
Aldar headquarters building
Building
Sights & Landmarks
Completed in 2010, the world's first circular skyscraper utilizes a diagonal grid of steel.
Masdar City
Neighborhoods
Masdar City is an urban community in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It was built by Masdar, a subsidiary of the state-owned Mubadala Investment Company, with the majority of seed capital provided by the Government of Abu Dhabi. Wikipedia.

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Q&A about Abu Dhabi

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They are similar and I would do them in each country, I actually have. 👍🏼
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Mallie Homenick
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Don't make the mistake and go in summer time. It really is unbearable 😪 ends up being a waste of money. The touristy stuff I did was dead. Went to a zoo and even the animals weren't out. Went on a boat cruise around Dubai and even at 10 pm my cheese cake melted in 5 seconds.
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Ansel Welch
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Weather in Abu Dhabi

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