Abu Dhabi
UAE
- Safety rating
- 8.7/10
- Best time to visit
- November to March brings warm, comfortable weather, while summers are extremely hot and humid.
- Population
- 1.5M
Overview
Abu Dhabi is the UAE's capital and largest emirate, a city of grand ambition home to the breathtaking Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Wide corniches, luxury resorts, and Yas Island's theme parks balance cultural grandeur with modern leisure.
Top attractions
Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Watan palace, the Corniche, and Yas Island's Ferrari World and waterparks.
Getting around
Public buses and abundant, inexpensive taxis serve the city, and ride-hailing apps are popular; a car helps reach Yas and Saadiyat islands.