Top 20 Best Things to Do in Emirate of Abu Dhabi
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Top 20 Best Things to Do in Emirate of Abu Dhabi

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  • Louvre Abu Dhabitop_1
    󰺂9.5
    14.57
    Abu Dhabi>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoKayaking at Louvre Abu Dhabi
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆Enjoy the Beauty of Art at Night
    Louvre Abu Dhabi art exhibits
    󱨠Saved by 1039 users󱨠1196 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    DIABEDIABE

    Cool place and lots of room to roam around. Especially beautiful when the sunlight hits in!

  • Qasr Al Watantop_2
    󰺂9.1
    15.27
    Abu Dhabi.Abu Dhabi Corniche>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆Dynamic palace light show illuminates the night
    󱓊Palace exhibition on UAE culture
    󱨠Saved by 606 users󱨠885 positive reviews
    4.9/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    Must-See Highlights: More Than Just Luxury 1. Golden Quote Sculpture: The most impressive feature of the palace is the golden sculpture, carved with Arabic script. It cites a famous quote from Sheikh Zayed, the founding father of the UAE: "Wealth is not money or oil; wealth lies in the people. Nothing is worthwhile if it is not dedicated to serving the people." This quote perfectly captures the philosophy behind the UAE's prosperity. 2. Parliament Hall: The Parliament Hall, adorned with 350,000 pieces of gold leaf, is breathtaking. This is where the UAE's top leaders meet, allowing visitors to experience the solemn atmosphere of national governance up close. 3. "Golden Bird's Nest": This must-photograph and Instagram-worthy spot, resembling a bird's nest, symbolizes the UAE's vibrant vitality. 4. Hall of Knowledge: This hall showcases the Arab world's contributions to science, literature, astronomy, and other fields, allowing us to appreciate the tremendous impact of Arab civilization on human knowledge.

  • Ferrari World Yas Islandtop_3
    󰺂8.9
    81.03
    Abu Dhabi>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoExperience thrills from high speeds to the deep sea at Abu Dhabi's theme parks
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Driving Simulator to Ignite Your Racing Dreams
    Many Ferrari racing series
    󱨠Saved by 563 users󱨠741 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    j.bakuj.baku

    Ferrari World is probably the best thing about Abu Dhabi. Catch a bus from the city, get there earlier as sometimes they might close earlier than scheduled. Take your pics and start adrenaline journey. The rides are amazing. The Mission Ferrari is a cool surprise, as it has unexpected turns and jumps. The Rosa was closed, but it didn't spoil the experience. Even if you are scared of speed and heights, my advice is: Just Do It! Here is my suggestion on how to ease into it (without Rosa): Rosa Junior, Turbo TrackFlying AcesMission FerrariGT challange. You will enjoy it. Do one park at a time on Yas Island because Qs are long. Don't fear, just enjoy the rides!!!!!

  • SeaWorld® Yas Island
    4
    󰺂8.8
    88.08
    Abu Dhabi>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoSeaWorld® Yas Island opens | May 22, 2023
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆Endless fun with dolphin and sea lion shows and interactions
    󱓊See world's largest fish, whale shark
    󱨠Saved by 336 users󱨠124 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    甜心🍩豆包甜心🍩豆包

    Actually, you should have allowed more time for it. Abu Dhabi Sea World The world's largest aquarium Very beautiful, great for photos, not crowded at all The huge space makes the animals feel very free My first time getting so close to penguins You can also touch many marine creatures There are also some outdoor rides It seems to have five main themes, very interesting Worth a visit, leave plenty of time

  • Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island
    5
    󰺂8.1
    81.21
    Abu Dhabi>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆Enjoy classic Warner Bros. attractions
    󰌌Interact with Batman & Superman
    󱨠Saved by 248 users󱨠301 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    NYC NativeNYC Native

    Probably more fun than I expected. The crowds are lower in the morning and on weekdays. We almost didn't have time to ride everything because there is a lot to do. The performances are not Disney level, but they are interesting. You can see the design and technology here, it's pretty impressive. They just need a bigger coaster, but it's decent for families.

  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
    6
    󰺂7.8
    Abu Dhabi.Abu Dhabi City Center>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    World's largest handmade carpet in mosque
    360° platform for architectural details
    󱨠Saved by 600 users󱨠199 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    旅行思辨游侠旅行思辨游侠

    This place is absolutely photogenic! 📸 ✅ Check-in Guide: Go down to the basement level and turn left to find the Food Court. Replenish your energy with food and drinks after shopping! After eating, walk straight to the self-service machine and scan the QR code with your phone for registration. It's completely free! You also need to scan this code to enter, so don't lose it! ⚠️ Important Notes: The Grand Mosque is solemn and majestic, perfect for taking photos. Whether you're a couple or a pair, absolutely no physical contact is allowed when taking photos. This is out of respect for religious beliefs 🙏 Individual photos should also be taken without making gestures or pointing at others/buildings. Quietly taking photos is already breathtaking! You can experience the authentic Grand Mosque atmosphere here. Wear a long skirt/trousers, and every shot will be a masterpiece of atmospheric beauty. Go for it!

  • teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi
    7
    󰺂7.1
    35.23
    Abu Dhabi>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoteamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi opens | Apr 18, 2025
    Highlights:
    󱨜Interactive technology art exploring natural relationships
    󱨜Cultural arts hub near famous museums
    󱨠Saved by 216 users󱨠93% positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    The place definitely worth visiting. But when we go thBut, not all the rooms are open, which is a bit disappointed and feel doesn't worth the money

  • Etihad Towers
    8
    󰺂6.6
    Abu Dhabi.Abu Dhabi Corniche>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 6 of Night Attractions in Emirate of Abu Dhabi
    Highlights:
    󰋄74-floor observatory views of Abu Dhabi
    󱓊City complex of five skyscrapers
    󱨠Saved by 176 users󱨠30% positive reviews
    4.8/5
    厉害的绿绿厉害的绿绿

    This place is a place you will regret if you don't go there. The scenery is nice, but the main drawback is that the glass around it is very dirty, and everything you see is black. Other high-altitude observation towers usually introduce you to what buildings are underneath and when they were built. This one has no introduction, so you just stare at it. The Middle East Building is not much different. It seems that you can buy coffee at certain times. I went there in the morning, but there was nothing there. I walked around and left in disappointment.

  • Yas Waterworld
    9
    󰺂6.6
    69.29
    Abu Dhabi>100 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊The symbol is a huge pearl
    Variety of water slides
    󱨠28% positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Janexx08Janexx08

    nice park, clean area, clean pools. a must visit destination for fun and thrills. the staff are friendly, we spent an exhilarating day and well recommended

  • Emirates Palace
    10
    󰺂6.3
    Abu Dhabi.Abu Dhabi Corniche>100 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    Five horse sculptures on gate, photos
    󱓊1965-built Dubai royal residence
    󱨠Saved by 121 users
    4.4/5
    余小琼余小琼

    Opposite the hotel is the Emirates Palace. I thought it would be better to have a meal than afternoon tea, so I ordered a buffet lunch. The buffet at 650 yuan per person really didn't have much to eat. The seafood was few and average, not worth the price. Even coffee had to be paid separately. Afternoon tea was in the lobby, and the snacks looked good? The waiters along the way were very polite, answering every question, and there was a guard every three steps. To be honest, you would really get lost without someone to guide you.

What Best Things to Do are there in Emirate of Abu Dhabi?
These are all Best Things to Do in Emirate of Abu Dhabi:Louvre Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Watan, Ferrari World Yas Island, SeaWorld® Yas Island, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Emirate of Abu Dhabi?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Emirate of Abu Dhabi include:Louvre Abu Dhabi:4.8, Qasr Al Watan:4.9, Ferrari World Yas Island:4.6, SeaWorld® Yas Island:4.7, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island:4.6
At what locations in Emirate of Abu Dhabi can Best Things to Do in Emirate of Abu Dhabi be found?
The Best Things to Do in Emirate of Abu Dhabi are mainly located in:Louvre Abu Dhabi:Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Watan:Abu Dhabi, Ferrari World Yas Island:Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld® Yas Island:Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island:Abu Dhabi
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