With the White Fort (Qasr al Hosn) and the World Trade Center built on the city’s earliest souq, this is the heart of Downtown.
Breakwater & Around
Fine dining at the Emirates Palace, a 360-degree view from the Etihad Towers and Blue-Flagged beaches – welcome to the glamorous end of town.
Al Zahiyah & Al Maryah Island
Go shopping in the corner of the city built on trading and watch the new central business district evolve on the island opposite.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque & Around
Take a tour of the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, resting place of the revered ‘father of the nation’.
Al Mina & Saadiyat Island
Check out global masterpieces at the Louvre Abu Dhabi and learn how the islands’ future is shaping up at Manarat al Saadiyat.
Yas Island & Around
Home to the UAE’s Yas Marina Circuit and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Island offers an adrenaline rush at Ferrari World or gentler pursuits in the neighbouring mangroves.
TOP SIGHT
SHEIKH ZAYED GRAND MOSQUE
Rising majestically from beautifully manicured gardens and visible from each of the bridges joining Abu Dhabi Island to the mainland, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque represents an impressive welcome to the city. Conceived by the first president of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Zayed, and marking his final resting place, the mosque accommodates 50,000 worshippers and is one of the few in the region open to non-Muslims.
Don’t Miss
AHand-loomed carpet
ASwarovski chandeliers
AInlaid floral designs decorating walls and pillars
