Top 10 dingen te doen in Abu dhabi
1. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
This awe inspiring mosque is the eight largest in the world being as large as five football fields. The building was completed in 2007 and it is really well kept, with a large amount of information available in several languages. The mosque features also the largest carpet in the world and seven chandeliers, each including countless of Swarovski crystals.
2. Emirates Palace
Although it is understandable that not everyone can afford a stay in this super luxury hotel, it is recommended to visit it, either on a tour or having a dinner. Visitors can access some public areas without paying any fee, including beautiful gardens, shops and, when available, art exhibitions; just make sure to follow the dress code.
3. The Corniche
Any season is good for a stroll along the Corniche, an area famous for its pedestrian and cycling tracks. Refreshment stands are situated along the promenade, so even when it gets very hot people can still comfortably walk and admire the skyline of the city.
4. Ferrari World
Ferrari World is a large amusement park, themed on – unsurprisingly - Ferrari. Although this attraction is absolutely a must see for the ones who love speed and cars, everyone who wants to try the chill of adrenaline should come here: among other spectacular rides, the centerpiece of the park is the world’s fastest roller coaster which, at a top speed of 240 km/h, does not envy Ferrari’s supercars.
5. Emirates National Auto Museum
Cars aficionados are strongly advised to head to this museum because such a unique collection of cars is unmatched. The museum houses more than 200 cars, ranging from old vintage ones to the biggest SUV and caravan ever built.
6. Yas Waterworld
Abu Dhabi temperatures can easily hover over 40 degrees, thus spending a day at Yas Waterworld will allow you to cool a bit while having lot of fun. Whether you are an adventurous type or you are not looking for much action, among 43 rides you will surely find the ones that suit your needs. One of the highlights of the park is surely the world’s fastest and longest tornado waterslide!
7. Visit the zoo
Opened all year round, the Emirates Zoo is the place to go when visiting Abu Dhabi with kids, who will absolute fall in love with the possibility to interact with animals, including feeding them.
8. Etihad Towers
Abu Dhabi surely has an amazing skyline, defined by the Etihad Towers, a recently built complex encompassing five skyscrapers. For stunning views of the cityscape and nearby islands, head to the second tower (the tallest), which features an observation deck at 300m.
9. Falcon Hospital
This hospital and animal shelter, located 30 min by taxi from the city center, is one of a kind experience that will let you observe several falcons while are being treated. Tourists can often hold falcons and watch them while are being fed. Guides speak different languages and are really informative.
10. Play Golf
Abu Dhabi climate is surely far from being golf friendly, with very hot temperatures all year round and little precipitation. However, the rich capital of EAU offers world-class golf resorts where important tournaments take place.