Abu Dhabi is the capital Emirate of the United Arab Emirates – UAE. Abu Dhabi is the second most visited place by tourists for vacation and entertainment in the United Arab Emirates. Before your plan to visit Abu Dhabi, check out the best tourist places.
1 – Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the largest mosques in the United Arab Emirates. The mosque can accommodate more than 40,000 worshippers at a time, and the main prayer hall can accommodate more than 7,000 worshippers. The mosque covers an area of 30 acres – (12 hectares), and it was voted the second most favorite landmark.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque was launched by Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, late president of the UAE in 1996, and the project was completed in 2007. The design of the Mosque was inspired by the Badshahi mosque – Lahore, Pakistan, and from some Persian Mosques. If you are planning to visit Abu Dhabi – don’t miss a chance to visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
Location
Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Road, Street #5 – Abu Dhabi.
Opening Hours
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque open daily and the opening hours:
- Saturday – Thursday (09:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
- Friday (04:30 PM – 10:00 PM)
2 – Ferrari World
Ferrari World is a mostly indoor amusement park in Abu Dhabi, and it’s the first Ferrari themed park in the world and has the largest space frame structure built ever. The world’s fastest roller coaster named “Formula Rossa” is also located in Ferrari World – Abu Dhabi. The world’s fastest roller coaster with a speed of 240km/hour. If you are planning to visit Abu Dhabi – don’t miss a chance to visit the Ferrari world and must plan one day just for the Ferrari world and enjoy every single moment. It’s one of the best tourist places in Abu Dhabi.
Location
Yas Island – Abu Dhabi.
Opening Hours
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi open daily and the opening hours:
- Sunday – Wednesday (11:00 AM – 08:00 PM)
- Thursday – Saturday (11:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
Entry Fee (Ticket)
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Ticket Price – (250 AED – 68 USD)
3 – Louvre Abu Dhabi
The Louvre Abu Dhabi is a museum with a variety of arts and civilization. The museum was opened on 11th November 2017. Louvre Abu Dhabi is one of the largest museums of skill in the Arabian Peninsula. The artworks from all around the world showcased in the museum, and especially the artwork from eastern and western, are mainly focused.
Louvre Abu Dhabi was designed in Paris and was prepared with the coordination of Abu Dhabi and the French government. Louvre Abu Dhabi is the most visited art museum in the world, and that is because of its design and artwork. If you are planning to have a visit to Abu Dhabi – don’t miss a chance to visit Louvre Abu Dhabi.
Location
Saadiyat Island – Abu Dhabi – (UAE)
Opening Hours
Louvre Abu Dhabi open daily (except Monday) and the opening hours:
- Saturday – Wednesday (10:00 AM – 08:00 PM)
- Thursday – Friday (10:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
Entry Fee (Ticket)
- For Children (Under 13 years) Free
- For (13 to 22 years) Entry Fee (30 AED) – 9 USD
- For (22 years+) Entry Fee (60 AED) – 18 USD
4 – Yas Mall
Yas Mall is a shopping mall that serves as a place for dining, entertainment, and especially shopping. Yas Mall is the largest mall in Yas Island with 20 screen cinema and multiple other entertainment places to have fun under one roof. Yas Mall is the 3 level mall with international retailers. Yas mall offers free WI-FI to and 1000+ quality products to its visitors.
Location
Yas mall – Yas Island – Abu Dhabi.
Opening Hours
Yas Mall Abu Dhabi open daily and the opening hours:
- Saturday – Wednesday (10:00 AM – 08:00 PM)
- Thursday – Friday (10:00 AM – 12:00 AM)
5 – Al Lulu Island
Al Lulu Island is also well-known as a Pearl island, which is not natural. It’s a human-made island, which covers approximately 4km area. Al Lulu Island can only be accessed with boat travel. Al Lulu Island is one of the best places to visit in Abu Dhabi if you love boating.
Location
Al Lulu Island – Zayed Sea Port – Abu Dhabi.
Entry Fee (Ticket)
Al Lulu Island is Free to visit
6 – Abu Dhabi Mall – Global Mall
Abu Dhabi Mall is also well-known as Global Mall. Abu Dhabi Mall is one of the oldest shopping places in Abu Dhabi. The mall is quite famous among the UAE Nationals and tourists. Abu Dhabi Mall has a vast retail shopping area with globally recognized brands.
Location
Abu Dhabi mall near beach Rotana hotel – Abu Dhabi.
Opening Hours
Abu Dhabi Mall Abu Dhabi open daily and the opening hours:
- Saturday – Wednesday (10:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
- Thursday – Friday (10:00 AM – 11:00 PM)
7 – Saadiyat Public Beach
Saadiyat Public Beach is a white sand beach. Saadiyat Beach offers retail outlets, water sports, and delight bistros. Saadiyat beach is one of the most attractive beaches in Abu Dhabi. Saadiyat is also for relaxing and sunbathing.
Location
Saadiyat Public Beach near Saadiyat Island – Abu Dhabi.
Opening Hours
Saadiyat Public Beach Abu Dhabi open daily and the opening hours:
- Saturday – Wednesday (08:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
- Thursday – Friday (08:00 AM – 11:00 PM)
Entry Fee (Ticket)
Entry Fee – Ticket for Saadiyat Public Beach Abu Dhabi
- For Children (Under 13 years) (52.50 AED)
- For Adults Entry Fee (76 AED)
8 – Observation Deck at 300
Observation Deck offers a skyline view from the 74th floor of the Etihad Towers Hotel, Abu Dhabi. It’s one of the best places for visitors to enjoy the beautiful view of Abu Dhabi. It’s free for the guest of Etihad Towers Hotel, but there is an entry for non-guests of the hotel.
Location
Jumeirah Etihad Towers Hotel – Abu Dhabi.
Opening Hours
Observation Deck at 300 in Abu Dhabi open daily and the opening hours:
- Saturday – Wednesday (10:00 AM – 07:00 PM)
- Thursday – Friday (10:00 AM – 01:00 PM)
Entry Fee (Ticket)
Observation Deck at 300 Entry Fee – Ticket is (95 AED per person)
9 – Qasr Al-Hosn
Qasr Al-Hosn is the oldest stone building and one the beautiful historical place in Abu Dhabi. Qasr Al-Hosn is famous among tourists just because of its architecture, structure, and significance. Qasr Al-Hosn was built in 1761, and the watchtower of Qasr Al-Hosn was built in the 1790s. If you are planning your visit to Abu Dhabi – Don’t miss a chance to visit Qasr Al-Hosn.
Location
Qasr Al-Hosn – Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Street – Abu Dhabi.
Entry Fee (Ticket)
Qasr Al-Hosn Entry Fee – Ticket is (30 AED per person)
10 – Emirates Palace
Emirates Palace is the luxury five-star hotel in Abu Dhabi, which offers luxury suites and rooms for guests. Emirates Palace is one of the most popular places among tourists and guests from all around the world. If you are planning to visit Abu Dhabi, don’t miss a chance to visit the Emirates Palace.
Location
Emirates Palace, Corniche Road – Abu Dhabi.
Per Night Stay Cost
Emirates Palace Hotel per night average cost is 1,000 AED.
11 – Yas Waterworld
Yas Waterworld is Emirati’s themed waterpark and one of the most famous and most visited places by tourists. Yas Waterworld contains water slides and other water rides. The Park includes more than 40 rides. If you are planning to visit Yas Waterworld, you must spend 4 hours and enjoy every single moment in the park.
Location
Yas Waterworld – Abu Dhabi.
Opening Hours
Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi open daily and the opening hours:
- Saturday – Wednesday (10:00 AM – 08:00 PM)
- Thursday – Friday (10:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
Entry Fee (Ticket)
Yas Waterworld – Ticket is (250 AED per-person/per-day)
12 – Heritage Village – Abu Dhabi
Heritage Village Abu Dhabi is a reconstructed village of the United Arab Emirates, which is all about the typical life of Emirati’s before the oil was discovered. Heritage Village is the most famous and unique place just because of all exciting things.
If you want to know about the traditional life of Emirati’s, then you must have a visit to Heritage Village Abu Dhabi.
Location
Heritage Village – Abu Dhabi.
Opening Hours
Heritage Village Abu Dhabi open daily and the opening hours:
- Saturday – Thursday (09:00 AM – 04:00 PM)
- Friday (03:30 PM – 09:00 PM)
Entry Fee (Ticket)
No Entrance Fee charged for visiting Heritage Village Abu Dhabi.
13 – Marina Mall
Marina Mall is an entertainment venue and shopping mall in Abu Dhabi. Marina mall is one of the most luxurious places for shopping in Abu Dhabi and one of the best places to visit in Abu Dhabi.
Location
Marina Mall near to Emirates palace hotel – Abu Dhabi.
Opening Hours
Marina Mall Abu Dhabi open daily and the opening hours:
- Saturday – Wednesday (10:00 AM – 10:00 PM)
- Thursday – Friday (10:00 AM – 12:00 AM)
14 – Yas Marina Circuit
Yas Marina Circuit is all about Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi. Yas Marina is the second track of formula one in Abu Dhabi, and the first track of formula is located in Bahrain. Yas Marina Circuit is the sum of the theme park, Water Park, hotels, beaches, and the trails.
Location
Yas Marina near to Yas Island – Abu Dhabi.
Opening Hours
Yas Marina Abu Dhabi open daily and the opening hours:
- Saturday – Friday (09:00 AM – 06:00 PM)
15 – Emirates Park Zoo
Emirates Park Zoo and resorts are home to 1,400 animals, birds, and other wildlife animals. Emirates Park Zoo is the best destination for children and families. The zoo is all about entertainment and education for both residents and tourists. Emirates Park Resort is the 3-star hotel.
Location
Emirates Park Zoo & Resorts, 12th Street – Abu Dhabi.
Opening Hours
Emirates Park Zoo Abu Dhabi open daily and the opening hours:
- Saturday – Wednesday (09:00 AM – 08:00 PM)
- Thursday – Friday (09:00 AM – 09:00 PM)
Entry Fee (Ticket)
Entry Fee – Ticket for Emirates Park Zoo Abu Dhabi
- For Children (Under three years) Free Entry
- For Children (3 – 16 years) (30 AED)
- For Adults Entry Fee (35 AED)