Places to Visit in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Abu Dhabi is the capital of the UAE and one among seven emirates that constitute the country. Covering an area of 67,340 square kilometres, it is the largest emirate in terms of land area the second highest in terms of population. The seat of the President of the UAE is situated in this city.

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As one of the world’s largest oil producers, Abu Dhabi is the wealthiest emirate in the UAE. In fact, it is also one of the wealthiest cities worldwide. Aside from the oil industry, the city has also expanded its tourism as well as business and financial services.

Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, is one of the wealthiest cities in the world.
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Tourist Attractions in Abu Dhabi

Here are some of the places that you should definitely visit in Abu Dhabi:

Al Maqtaa Fort
Built 200 years ago to protect the city, the Al Maqtaa Fort is located on the edge of Abu Dhabi. Today, it stands adjacent to a modern bridge, indicating the perfect blend of the city’s past and present.

Emirates Palace Hotel
The Emirates Palace Hotel is a magnificent, seven-star hotel and one Abu Dhabi’s most popular landmarks. It features beautiful fountains, gardens, and palm trees. The hotel also has a huge conference center where cultural events are often held.

Falcon City
As the name suggests, Falcon City is an award-winning hospital and home to the iconic birds of the UAE: falcons. It includes lush gardens and wards created especially for the majestic falcons.

Heritage Village
The Heritage Village provides visitors with a glimpse into the city’s history. It features traditional houses, fishing villages, and souqs. Here, you can view ancient artifacts, crafts, and a special collection of the Holy Quran.

The magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
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Khalifa Park
You will find Khalifa Park behind the old airport of the city, at Al Matar. Aside from its beautiful landscaped gardens, Khalifa Park includes an amphitheater, central plaza, mosque, and museum. It also provides a monorail that can take you around the entire park.

Oasis City
The Oasis City of Al Ain is situated to the east of Abu Dhabi, near the border to Oman. The city boasts of museums, heritage sites, parks, and golf courses right at the foot of the emirate’s tallest peak, Jebel Hafeet.

Qasr al-Hosn
The oldest historic building in the emirate, Qasr al-Hosn, is also known as the old fort or white fort. Until 1996, it served as the royal palace as well as the seat of government in the UAE. The area includes the Cultural Foundation Center, which hosts various art, film, and musical events.

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Comprised of 80 domes and 1000 columns, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is one of the largest mosques in the world. This architectural wonder showcases 24-carat gold-plated chandeliers, as well as the biggest hand-woven carpet you will ever see.

The Corniche
The Corniche is a coastal area where you can gaze at the city’s modern buildings while walking through gorgeous parks and fountains. The place is perfect for bird-watching, fishing, and riding the dhow, a traditional wooden boat.

Women’s Handicraft Centre
The Women’s Handicraft Center presents locally-made handicrafts, costumes, perfumed oils, and pottery. Managed by the Abu Dhabi Women’s Association, the center also has a kitchen area that serves authentic Gulf cuisine.

Saadiyat and Yas Islands
Saadiyat Island is an arts and cultural center that houses a maritime museum, performing arts center, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, Louvre Abu Dhabu, and the Zayed National Museum. Meanwhile, Yas Island features Ferrari World, which is one of the largest indoor theme parks in the world. Here, you will also find a world-class F1 race track, the Yas Marina Circuit.

Zayed Centre
The Zayed Center is a museum that presents the life of the “Father of the Nation,” the late Sheikh Zayed. Situated in the Heritage Village, it includes a photo gallery of Sheikh Zayed as well as exhibits of his personal memorabilia.

The picturesque Yas Island
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As the capital of the UAE, Abu Dhabi plays a major role in the country’s growth and development. But aside from being the seat of government and a business center, it is also a place where residents and tourists can have an amazing travel experience.

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The United Arab Emirates is composed of 7 emirates. In case you want to learn about other top tourist spots and things to do in each emirate, you can check out the following articles below: