Abu Dhabi City Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A grand building with a fountain in front, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A riverside promenade with a row of lamp posts, a water body, and a prominent building with two towers in the background.
A waterfront promenade with benches, a railing, and modern buildings in the background.
A sunset over a river with a bridge railing, a boat, and a street lamp.
A waterfront promenade with benches and lamp posts, overlooking a city skyline with high-rise buildings.

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A waterfront promenade with benches and lamp posts, overlooking a city skyline with high-rise buildings.

Abu Dhabi Corniche

9.2/10 (422 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Abu Dhabi Corniche, a lovely green space in Abu Dhabi. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

White Mosque Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Full-Day Sightseeing Tour from Dubai with Mosque Visit

NZ$61
per adult
Abu Dhabi Full-Day Sightseeing Tour from Dubai with Mosque Visit
eSIM: Airalo Middle East and North Africa Package

eSIM: Airalo Middle East and North Africa Package

NZ$13
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Middle East and North Africa Package
Abu Dhabi: Emirates Park Zoo Entry Ticket

Abu Dhabi: Emirates Park Zoo Entry Ticket

NZ$30
per adult
Abu Dhabi: Emirates Park Zoo Entry Ticket
Louvre Abu Dhabi Tickets Only

Louvre Abu Dhabi – A Journey Through Civilizations in One Iconic Museum

NZ$30
per adult
Louvre Abu Dhabi – A Journey Through Civilizations in One Iconic Museum
Step inside Zayed National Museum and feel the UAE’s rich heritage come alive.

Zayed National Museum Abu Dhabi Admission Ticket

NZ$36
per adult
Zayed National Museum Abu Dhabi Admission Ticket
Qasr al Hosn Entrance Ticket

Qasr al Hosn Entrance Ticket

NZ$27
per adult
Qasr al Hosn Entrance Ticket
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Our pick of the best Abu Dhabi City Center Hotel Deals

Queen Palace Hotel

Queen Palace Hotel

3 out of 5
Muroor Road Abu Dhabi
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$100 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$100
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 7 bars/lounges and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Popular attractions Abu Dhabi Corniche and Corniche Beach are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (135 reviews)
"The hotel is a little dated but well maintained and rooms are clean. The location is a little out of the way but everything is accessible by Taxi (cheap)."

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Queen Palace Hotel
Grand Continental Hotel

Grand Continental Hotel

3 out of 5
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammad St Abu Dhabi
The price is NZ$93 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$93
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Abu Dhabi Corniche and ...
7.4/10 Good! (158 reviews)
"Very convenient"

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Grand Continental Hotel
Sheraton Khalidiya Hotel

Sheraton Khalidiya Hotel

4 out of 5
Zayed 1st street Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi
The price is NZ$115 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$115
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (481 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Sheraton Khalidiya Hotel
Millennium Downtown

Millennium Downtown

4 out of 5
Hamdan Bin Mohammed Street Abu Dhabi
The price is NZ$120 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$120
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (832 reviews)
"From the moment I stepped up to check in Muhammad Nadeem, behind the desk greeted me with a huge smile and welcome. After 20 hours flying it was so welcome and this continued my entire five days. I love this hotel and staff. Centrally located within the city, good breakfast which was included in ..."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Millennium Downtown
Grand Millennium Al Wahda

Grand Millennium Al Wahda

5 out of 5
Hazza Bin Zayed St, Al Wahda Complex Abu Dhabi
The price is NZ$170 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$170
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing experience clean and tody property well managed"

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Grand Millennium Al Wahda
Al Maha Arjaan By Rotana

Al Maha Arjaan By Rotana

Fatima bint Mubarak Street Abu Dhabi
The price is NZ$131 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$131
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (400 reviews)
"Everything is good"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Al Maha Arjaan By Rotana
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Our guide on where to stay in Abu Dhabi City Center

Find the best Abu Dhabi City Center areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Abu Dhabi City Center
Learn more about Abu Dhabi City Center
A large, illuminated dome structure with a grid-like pattern, surrounded by a landscaped area with model buildings and a river.

Yas Island

With a water park, amusement park, Formula 1 racetrack, golf course and beautiful beach, there is no shortage of entertainment on this island getaway.

A modern architectural space with a geometric ceiling design and a central water feature.
Photo by Niki McDonagh
Open Photo by Niki McDonagh

Saadiyat Island

A stylized cityscape of Abu Dhabi with modern skyscrapers and traditional architecture.

Khalifa City

Unique features of Khalifa City include the golf courses and restaurants. Make a stop by Abu Dhabi Golf Club or Al Maqtaa Fort while you're exploring the area.

A high-rise building with a distinctive curved light feature at the top.
Photo by Brian Cates
Open Photo by Brian Cates

Al Reem Island

A coastal cityscape with modern skyscrapers and a sandy beach.

Al Bateen

If you're spending some time in Al Bateen, Corniche Beach and Abu Dhabi Corniche are top sights worth seeing.

Abu Dhabi City Center Travel Guide

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