Abu Dhabi Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi
Capital Garden showing modern architecture, a garden and a fountain
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi

Where to stay in Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi City Center

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

Abu Dhabi City Center is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Al Wahda Mall and World Trade Center Mall.

Abu Dhabi City Center
Al Danah featuring swimming, a beach and a hotel

Al Danah

Al Danah is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to World Trade Center Mall and Abu Dhabi Corniche while you're in town.

Al Danah
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Saadiyat Cultural District

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Saadiyat Cultural District. You might want to make time for a stop at Louvre Abu Dhabi or Soul Beach.

Saadiyat Cultural District
The public beach in Abu Dhabi

Al Bateen

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

Al Bateen
Early morning #sunrise in #abudhabi from #beachrotanahotel

Al Zahiyah

4/5(15 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Al Zahiyah. Make a stop by Abu Dhabi Mall or Abu Dhabi Corniche while you're exploring the area.

Al Zahiyah
The HQ headquarters, a truly unique building rising against the Arabian Sea. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Al Raha Beach

Travellers like the beaches in Al Raha Beach, and Al Raha Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Al Raha Beach
Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort, Abu Dhabi Corniche

Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort, Abu Dhabi Corniche

5 out of 5
Corniche Road Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi
The price is NZ$378 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
NZ$378
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Location is great

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort, Abu Dhabi Corniche
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers

Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers

5 out of 5
West Corniche Abu Dhabi
The price is NZ$461 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
NZ$461
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Best service at all. The names of each one of the staff members at the Lobby and reception, at the breakfast buffet, rooms, bell rings and bag support are endless. We traveled in family for pleasure with our senior mother and th team was very supportive with her! I don’t really have words to describe ...

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi

5 out of 5
West Corniche Road Abu Dhabi
The price is NZ$1,116 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
NZ$1,116
31 Jan - 1 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (992 reviews)
Although the property has gigantic proportions that make it at times unnavigable and makes it feel impersonal this is definitely an Arabian Nights palace with impeccable service and pool areas among the most beautiful in the world - with a private beach! It’s a bit far from everything else but with ...

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi
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Capital Centre Arjaan by Rotana

Capital Centre Arjaan by Rotana

4 out of 5
Al Khaleej Al Arabi St, Capital Centre Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Sheikh Zayed Grand ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (198 reviews)
All on all, would recommend it.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Capital Centre Arjaan by Rotana
Aparthotel Adagio Abu Dhabi Al Bustan

Aparthotel Adagio Abu Dhabi Al Bustan

Shk. Rashid Bin Saeed St/Rabdan St Abu Dhabi
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Abu Dhabi Mall ...
8/10 Very Good! (182 reviews)
Very comfy and also spacious

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Abu Dhabi Al Bustan
Al Diar Sawa Hotel Apartments

Al Diar Sawa Hotel Apartments

Al Mamoura Abu Dhabi
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Abu Dhabi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (218 reviews)
A comfortable living experience for my wife and myself

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Al Diar Sawa Hotel Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Ferrari World showing rides and modern architecture

Ferrari World

4/5(11 reviews)

This exhilarating theme park is dedicated to one of the world’s favourite Formula 1 racing teams and to the nation that founded it.

Ferrari World
Yas Marina Circuit

Yas Marina Circuit

4/5(8 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Yas Marina Circuit and popular activities such as golfing in Abu Dhabi. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Yas Marina Circuit
The public beach in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Corniche

Explore the great outdoors at Abu Dhabi Corniche, a lovely green space in Abu Dhabi. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Abu Dhabi Corniche
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

5/5(25 reviews)

One of the world’s largest mosques is an emblematic landmark of Abu Dhabi that dazzles with elegant marble domes, jewel-encrusted columns and crystal chandeliers.

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Yas Waterworld showing a water park and a pool

Yas Waterworld

2/5(1 review)

This vast, award-winning waterpark offers perfect conditions for poolside relaxation as well as plenty of thrills fit for daredevils of all ages.

Yas Waterworld
Abu Dhabi Emirate which includes city views, modern architecture and a city

Etihad Towers

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Indulge in five-star hospitality, dining, shopping, spa treatments and views at this glittering multi-towered oasis in Abu Dhabi.

Etihad Towers

Activities

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Ticket

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Ticket

NZ$181
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Ticket
the Fairy Tale - An Immersive Show at BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi

the Fairy Tale - An Immersive Show at BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi

NZ$12
per adult
the Fairy Tale - An Immersive Show at BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi
White Mosque Abu Dhabi

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

NZ$70
per adult
Abu Dhabi Full-Day Sightseeing Tour from Dubai with Mosque Visit
Yas Island Parks 2 or 3 Parks Access Combo

Yas Island 2 or 3 Parks Combo tickets

NZ$229
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Yas Island 2 or 3 Parks Combo tickets
Louvre Abu Dhabi: Join an Express Tour

Louvre Abu Dhabi: Join an Express Guided Tour

NZ$24
per adult
Louvre Abu Dhabi: Join an Express Guided Tour
Qasr al Hosn Entrance Ticket

Qasr al Hosn Entrance Ticket

NZ$28
per adult
Qasr al Hosn Entrance Ticket
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Reviews of Abu Dhabi

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
40
5 - Excellent 51%
4 - Good
28
4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
11
3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It's good relaxing place very clean place

5/5 - Excellent

Serren

Desert safari was lots of fun and well worth it

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely place to relax

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Clean modern everyone I met was friendly and helpful. Taxis amazing way to get around town Amazing city.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Abu Dhabi is very easy going and in my opinion must nicer than Dubai which is busier and more hectic. You have room to move and breath!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very nice

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