City break in Abu Dhabi. Active leisure ideas for Abu Dhabi - attractions, recreation and nightlife
A large part of entertainment complexes, restaurants and nightclubs is located near the waterfront. Many entertainment venues are located in the territory of major hotels. It should be noted that all of the venues presented here are distinguished by quite high prices. Perhaps, beach rest remains the most popular pastime for tourists. The central beaches of the city are well equipped for sports. In their territories you will find schools of scuba diving and sports equipment rentals. Experienced divers can order a trip to the most beautiful places of the coast, where they will be able to enjoy the beauty of the underwater world in its full splendor. Fans of more peaceful and secluded rest are better to go to remote beaches. A cutter voyage remains one of the most romantic entertainments. There are also beautiful white yachts that make short cruises along the coast every evening.
The fashionable Royal Rose Hotel deserves special attention among romantic hotels in Abu Dhabi. It’s located in the unique building, the French-styled luxurious palace of the 17th … Open
Abu Dhabi is famous for its huge shopping complexes. One of the most popular is Abu Dhabi Mall. Its opening took place in 2001. Nowadays, it houses 220 shops, and more than 40 restaurants … Open
The fans of thrill and adrenaline, as a rule, choose the motorsports. After visiting one of the racing tracks, you can feel a huge excitement and enjoy a fast ride, feeling at the same time absolutely protected due to the excellent quality of the trails, modern vehicles, and a thoughtful security system. One of the best complexes is located in a 10-minute drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport, in the Al Forsan International Sports Resort. On the territory of this complex, you will have a chance to race on maps with a length of 1.2 kilometers and a specially equipped playground. Here you can practice and upgrade driving skills in rough terrain. No less exciting are trips to Rub al-Khali, one of the largest deserts in the world, opening up unlimited opportunities for tourists to active recreation. Take part in the races on the sands on ATVs, if you contact Al Badeyah Eyes Tourism, which also organizes day and night desert safaris, including a stop in the camp. And the company Fury Enterprises offers tourists to experience the thrill of traveling through the desert territories on boars that can reach speeds of up to 190 km / h.
Discovering the architecture of Abu Dhabi from bird's eye view! Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Ferrari World, Emirates Palace Hotel, Yas Marina Circuit, Marina Mall, Aldar HQ, all those monuments are defining the image of Abu Dhabi … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Abu Dhabi and surroundings
Recommended places for active recreation and leisure in Abu Dhabi
Black Pearl
Where: Al Raha Beach Hotel, Al Raha Beach, Abu Dhabi; Telephone: +971 2 508 0555; Opening hours: Open daily from 6 p.m. until the early hours.;
Where: Al Raha Beach Hotel, Al Raha Beach, Abu Dhabi; Telephone: +971 2 508 0555; Opening hours: Open daily from 6 p.m. until the early hours.;
La Pergola Bar
Where: Al Markaziyah, Abu Dhabi; Telephone: +971 2 633 3555;
Where: Al Markaziyah, Abu Dhabi; Telephone: +971 2 633 3555;
Trader Vic’s
Where: Beach Rotana Hotel, Abu Dhabi; Telephone: +971 3 7545111;
Where: Beach Rotana Hotel, Abu Dhabi; Telephone: +971 3 7545111;
Level Lounge
Where: Sheikh Hamdan Street, Abu Dhabi; Telephone: +971 2 621 0000;
Where: Sheikh Hamdan Street, Abu Dhabi; Telephone: +971 2 621 0000;
Cloud Nine
Where: Sheraton Abu Dhabi, Al Markaziyah, Abu Dhabi; Telephone: +971 2 677 3333;
Where: Sheraton Abu Dhabi, Al Markaziyah, Abu Dhabi; Telephone: +971 2 677 3333;
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Amusement parks near Abu Dhabi
♥ Amusement park 'Yas Waterworld' Abu Dhabi, 23.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Ferrari World Abu Dhabi' Abu Dhabi, 24.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Motiongate Dubai' Dubai, 81.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Dubai Parks and Resorts' Dubai, 82 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Legoland Dubai' Dubai, 82.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Yas Waterworld' Abu Dhabi, 23.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Ferrari World Abu Dhabi' Abu Dhabi, 24.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Motiongate Dubai' Dubai, 81.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Dubai Parks and Resorts' Dubai, 82 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Legoland Dubai' Dubai, 82.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Abu Dhabi
♥ Water park 'Yas Waterworld' Yas Island, Emirate of Abu Dhabi, 23.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquaventure Waterpark' Emirate of Dubai, 106.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Wild Wadi Water Park' Jumeirah, Emirate of Dubai, 111.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Al Montazah Water Park' Emirate of Sharjah, 141.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Dreamland Aqua Park' Emirate of Umm al-Quwain, 180.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Yas Waterworld' Yas Island, Emirate of Abu Dhabi, 23.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquaventure Waterpark' Emirate of Dubai, 106.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Wild Wadi Water Park' Jumeirah, Emirate of Dubai, 111.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Al Montazah Water Park' Emirate of Sharjah, 141.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Dreamland Aqua Park' Emirate of Umm al-Quwain, 180.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Abu Dhabi from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Ferrari World
From the series “The Most Fantastic Amusement Parks in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Abu Dhabi center - 24.4 km.
The attraction park is roofed and is located in the beautiful pavilion, the outline of which exactly symbolizes the Ferrari. All the pride of the entertainment complex is the fastest pneumatic roller coaster in the world - Formula Rossa, whose car reaches the speed of 240 kilometers an hour in only 4.9 seconds. There are a total of 20 diverse attractions connected to the Ferrari world: the thematic carousels, the interactive shows, the chic autogallery and even the real racing school. …
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Headquarters of Aldar
From the series “Glass Architecture - Impressive Villas and Buildings from Glass”
Check on the map: Distance from Abu Dhabi center - 21.3 km.
This office centre can have at once up to 20 000 people. Since the building, the unusual skyscraper became a real decoration of the city. You can see it as from the seaside as from the central part of the city. The unusual form was chosen not by accident. The skyscraper has a deep symbolic meaning. The circle is a symbol or rationality, stability and unity. More than that it is used to consider it as the symbol of perfection and infinity. The whole building’s area is 123 000 square meters. …
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
From the series “15 Unofficial Man-Made Wonders of the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Abu Dhabi center - 12.4 km.
One of the main specialties of the mosque is a huge carpet spread over the entire area. It was woven by more than 1 200 people. The carpet weighs about 47 tons. Furthermore, in the mosque you can see one of the world's large chandeliers whose diameter is 10 meters. In total there are 7 chandeliers made of gold leaf and decorated with Swarovski crystals. …
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Guide to your best city break in Abu Dhabi - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Abu Dhabi - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Abu Dhabi?' disappears immediately.