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.

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