abu dhabi tourist places
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center Mosque The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is located in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. The largest mosque in the country, it is the key place of worship for daily prayers. A smaller replica of the grand mosque exists in the Indonesian city of Solo. Address: Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street، – 5th St – Abu Dhabi Phone: 02 419 1919 Architect: Yusef Abdelki Architectural styles: Islamic architecture, Ottoman architecture, Mughal architecture, Moorish architecture Opened: December 20, 2007 Burials: Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Height: 115 m Owner: Politics of the United Arab Emirates Capacity: 40,000
Emirates Palace 5-star hotel Address: West Corniche Road – Al Ras Al Akhdar – Abu Dhabi Phone: 02 690 9000 Set on 85 hectares of landscaped gardens, this palatial beachfront hotel is 4 km from both the Marina Mall and the Qasr al-Hosn fort. The opulent rooms feature balconies with garden, pool or gulf views. All provide free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Suites add living rooms and whirlpool tubs. Room and butler service are offered. There are 14 restaurants and bars, including a romantic BBQ eatery on the beach. Other amenities include adventure and leisure pools, a kids’ club, and jogging and cycling trails, plus a spa and 2 fitness centres. The hotel has a private beach and a marina. Bike rentals, yoga sessions and camel rides are available.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Theme park in Abu Dhabi Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a mostly indoors theme park located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is the world’s first Ferrari-themed park and features Formula Rossa, the world’s fastest roller coaster. The foundation stone for the park was laid on 3 November 2007. Address: Yas Island – Yas Leisure Dr – Yas Island – Abu Dhabi Phone: 600 511115 Roller coasters: 5 Opened: November 4, 2010 Owner: Aldar Properties Area: 9 ha Theme: Ferrari-inspired theme park Elevation: 2 m
Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi Water park in Abu Dhabi Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is an Emirati-themed waterpark located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, that is home to 45 rides, slides and attractions, and a diversity of seasonal events and shows. The waterpark is just minutes away from Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. Address: Yas Island – Abu Dhabi Phone: 02 414 2000 Opened: January 24, 2013 Owner: Aldar Properties Area: More than 15 hectares of land Theme: Emirati-themed waterpark
The Corniche Abu Dhabi’s Corniche Road stretches across an impressive eight kilometres of manicured waterfront that includes children’s play areas, separate cycle and pedestrian pathways, cafés and restaurants, and the stunning, lifeguarded Corniche Beach.
Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum in Abu Dhabi The Louvre Abu Dhabi is an art museum located on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It runs under an agreement between the UAE and France, signed in March 2007, that allows it to use the Louvre’s name until 2037, and has been described by the Louvre as “France’s largest cultural project abroad.” Address: Saadiyat – Abu Dhabi Phone: 600 565566 Architect: Jean Nouvel Founded: March 7, 2007 Owner: Abu Dhabi Department of Culture & Tourism Director: Manuel Rabaté
Yas Marina Circuit Sports venue The Yas Marina Circuit is the venue for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The circuit was designed by Hermann Tilke, and is situated on Yas Island, near Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Opened: October 2009 Elevation: 2 m Capacity: 60,000 Location: Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE Owner: Government of Abu Dhabi Architect: Hermann Tilke
Qasr Al Watan Tourist attraction in Abu Dhabi Qaṣr Al-Waṭan is the presidential palace of the United Arab Emirates, located in Abu Dhabi. Address: Al Ras Al Akhdar – Abu Dhabi Phone: 600 544442 Opened: 2015
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Theme park in Abu Dhabi Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi is the World’s Largest Indoor Theme Park in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, owned and developed by Miral Asset Management. The park features characters from Warner Bros.’s franchises, such as Looney Tunes, DC Comics, Hanna-Barbera, and others. Address: Yas Island – Abu Dhabi Phone: 600 511115 Theme: Warner Bros. Roller coasters: 2 Opened: July 25, 2018 Area: 15 ha Operating season: Year-round Total: 29
Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital Medical institution in Abu Dhabi The Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital is the first public medical institution exclusively for falcons in the United Arab Emirates. Address: Near the Abu Dhabi International Airport – Sweihan Rd – Abu Dhabi Phone: 02 575 5155 Appointments: falconhospital.com Founded: October 3, 1999 Care system: Veterinary
