Heading to Abu Dhabi? These are the must-visit places…

Do you plan on visiting Abu Dhabi for a short trip and don’t know what all to do? A visit to Abu Dhabi is no longer just restricted to staying in hotels or seeing skyscrapers. There are so many places to visit and so many things to do that you will not have a single minute of dullness. It has rightly been termed the dream capital of the Middle East. Here, you can come across the perfect combination of modern escapades and traditional adventures. The adventurous camel rides are sure to leave you spell-bounded. Below is a list of our top five places to visit when you are on a short trip to this magnificent city.

• The opulence of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

It has been beautifully covered in Macedonian marble and is considered a landmark building in the city. It is one of the most popular sightseeing attractions of Abu Dhabi. As an ode to Islamic architecture, the mosque is constructed by fusing the designs of Mameluke, Fatimid, and Ottoman which perfectly synchronize the tradition and modernism. The mosaic tiling, intricate carvings, and glass work done by the artisans make up for an immaculate effect on the inside and outside as well. This mosque has the capacity to accommodate around 40,000 people all at once which makes it the biggest mosque in the whole of UAE. The best part is that non-muslims are allowed to enter every part of the mosque and guided tours are easily available for the same.

• Thrilling experience at Ferrari World

The excitement and thrill of Formula One racing have been brought to Abu Dhabi under the name of this theme park. It easily tops the list of things to do for almost all the people who visit this city. It is liked by people of all ages- be it men or women. The Junior GT track has been developed specially for kids so they can test newly their driving skills. Those fond of hardcore racing can gear up and get to ride the Flying Aces roller coaster which can reach up to 120 kilometer per hour on a 52-meter loop, which is also the tallest in the world. You can come across a wide range of Ferrari cars dating back to 1947. Furthermore, you can head for a tour of the Ferrari factory and witness and be a part of the Ferrari knowledge game show.

• Adventurous camel ride at Liwa Oasis

This is a great escape medium and is situated towards the south of Abu Dhabi. It is popularly known for its date farming and is home for one of the largest sand dunes in the world. Be it for an adventurous camel ride, camel trekking, or to ride dune buggies- visiting Liwa Oasis must definitely be on your list of places to visit in Abu Dhabi.    

• Mesmerizing boat tours

To witness the best views of the sky touching buildings of the city of Abu Dhabi you need to head to the water areas. As you start sailing from the Marina, you will be able to see the spectacular and shining high rise skyscrapers. You can contact a local tour operator who can customize the whole thing for you. Some of these packages also include beach activities and sunset cruises.

• The traditional Heritage Village

Want to experience a typical Bedouin village setup within the city of Abu Dhabi? Head to heritage village to experience early livesof Emirati people as it was before oil boom in the UAE. You can come to this place post your beach adventures. Here you can come across the exhibition of everyday objects, craft workshops that demonstrate weaving and other similar skills.

Do visit all of the places mentioned above when you next visit Abu Dhabi. We are sure you will be left spell bounded and will have the best time of your life.