11 Best things to do in Abu Dhabi for an unforgettable holiday

The land of superlative, Abu Dhabi is a destination that perfectly combines the extreme ends of modernity and antiquity and a city every travel enthusiast should not miss to visit.

From futuristic busy cities with architectural brilliance, unhabituated deserts that runs till your eyes can see to rich history and culture that second to no other country, Abu Dhabi is ready to please all types of travellers around the world.

Are you planning to visit Abu Dhabi soon? Here we have listed 10 best things to do in Abu Dhabi to help you fill your itinerary.

1 – Go on a Safari into the Desert

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Exploring the desert in an adventure safari is one of the best thing to do in Abu Dhabi. The desert safaris that feature dune bashing sessionssand boardingquad biking and more, are ideal for adventure seekers.

2 – Tour around the City

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The modern glamour and luxury of this futuristic city should not be left unexplored. The city’s sky line crowded with buildings of different shapes and sizes along with the Islamic ambience of the city makes a tour around the city another best thing to do in Abu Dhabi.

3 – Witness the Glamour of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque 

The purity of the white domes along with the lines of arched corridors and the grandeur of the golden architectural details of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is indeed a sight to behold in your visit to Abu Dhabi. The mosque that able to hold 40 000 pilgrims at once is the largest mosque in the U.A.E. and have ranked high on the “best things to do in Abu Dhabi” list of travellers who visit the place.

4 – Explore the Ferrari World Theme Park

Ferrari World Theme Park 

If you are someone interested in Ferraris, you’ll find a visit to the Ferrari World Theme Park, as another best thing to do in Abu Dhabi. Featuring a collection of Ferrari’s cars, with all most all the models dating back to 1947, Ferrari factory tour and Ferrari knowledge game shows, the park is an absolute treasure found for racing car lovers. A ride on the world’s fastest rollercoaster is another must thing to do in your visit to the park, if you are ready for some adventure.

5 – Ride along the Abu Dhabi Corniche

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The road that cuts into the edge of the beautiful white sand stretch of the shore and the city, offers spectacular views of the city’s skyline overlooking the rhythmic waves of the Abu Dhabi beach. Going on a ride along the corniche at night, is another must thing to do in your visit to Abu Dhabi as it’s the best time to see, taste, smell and enjoy the best of Abu Dhabi.

6 – Visit the Heritage Village

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No trip abroad is complete without experiencing the culture of the country which is why we listed taking a tour to the heritage village as the next best thing to do in Abu Dhabi. If you are interested in learning about how things and the lifestyle were before oil was found from the U.A.E.’s soil, visiting the village is a must as it is an exact replica of an old Bedouin village.

7 – Ride a Camel

Abudhabi Camel Riding 

When you come to the Emirates, you cannot leave the country without riding a camel. Known to be the ship of the desert camels are elegant and loyal creatures that can add memorable moments to your tour in Abu Dhabi.

8 – Taste the finest dates with a tea

Dates with tea 

There is no other place to sample the finest dates in the world than in Abu Dhabi. The traditional cup of coffee or tea that comes with finest dates of the U.A.E. along with the traditional Arabic welcome is another best thing you should experience in your visit to Abu Dhabi.

9 – Do some Shopping

Abu Dhabi Shopping 

Enjoy an extreme shopping experience scanning all the shopping mall in Abu Dhabi. This is a must thing to do in your Abu Dhabi holiday if you are a shopping lover. From clothes perfumes to latest electronics, options and varieties are endless in Abu Dhabi malls. Apart from that, Gold souk and spice souk are unique places to shop for gold jewellery and finest spices.

10 – Kayak in the mangroves

Mangrove Kayaking 

For those who like to disconnect from the bustling city tempo of Abu Dhabi, Kayaking in the scenic Mangroves of Abu Dhabi is definitely a great thing to do in your holiday in Abu Dhabi. The Lagoon saturated with Mangroves is a home to a diversity of animals.

11 – Step into a real oasis at Liwa

Liwa 

Have you ever been to a real oasis?  

Then, visiting beautiful Liwa Oasis should be on the top of your list of things to do in Abu Dhabi. The Oasis which has been a home for native people for thousands of years has a great history and heritage. The richness of nature in the middle of the harsh Abu Dhabi desert is a magical experience where you’ll realize the wonders, our mother nature has created for human beings.

Plan your Abu Dhabi tour to enjoy the best experiences of Abu Dhabi as now you know the best things to do in Abu Dhabi.