10-Day Abu Dhabi Adventure

  1. Day 1: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
    20 minutes (13.5 km) from Abu Dhabi International Airport

    Marvel at the magnificent mosques' stunning Islamic architecture and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet.

  2. Day 2: Qasr Al Watan
    10 minutes (5.2 km) from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

    Experience the nation's heritage through interactive exhibitions, majestic halls, and manicured gardens of the presidential palace.

  3. Day 3: Emirates Palace
    10 minutes (4.7 km) from Qasr Al Watan

    Indulge in a luxurious high-tea experience in an opulent palace, with 1,000 Swarovski crystal chandeliers and 114 domes.

  4. Day 4: Saadiyat Island
    25 minutes (14 km) from Emirates Palace

    Head to the cultural district for a day filled with art; visit the Louvre Abu Dhabi, the Manarat Al Saadiyat gallery, and enjoy lunch at St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort.

  5. Day 5: Yas Island
    25 minutes (21 km) from Saadiyat Island

    Get ready for an exciting day of theme parks! Visit Ferrari World, Warner Bros World, and cool off at Yas Waterworld.

  6. Day 6: Sheikh Zayed Bridge
    20 minutes (18.9 km) from Yas Island

    Admire the architectural masterpiece of Sheikh Zayed Bridge with a unique design inspired by Emirati art and history.

  7. Day 7: Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital
    25 minutes (22.5 km) from Sheikh Zayed Bridge

    Discover the Emirati's ancient art of falconry and interact with the birds. Observe different treatments and procedures in the world's largest falcon hospital.

  8. Day 8: Al Ain Oasis
    1 hour 30 minutes (150 km) from Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital

    Take a day trip to the lush oasis in the middle of the desert, featuring more than 100,000 date palm trees, learning about the importance of oasis in Emirati culture, and eat a traditional lunch at Al Qattara Arts Center.

  9. Day 9: Emirates National Auto Museum
    1 hour (131 km) from Al Ain Oasis

    Explore the jaw-dropping private collection of the Abu Dhabi ruler's off-road vehicles, classic cars, and wacky automobiles.

  10. Day 10: Observation Deck at 300
    20 minutes (17 km) from Emirates National Auto Museum

    Enjoy a bird's-eye view of the city during sunset and watch the twinkling nighttime skyline from the highest point of the Jumeirah Hotel at Etihad Towers.

Estimated Time and Costs

  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (2 hours, free)
  • Qasr Al Watan (2 hours, AED 60)
  • Emirates Palace (3 hours, AED 600)
  • Saadiyat Island (4-5 hours, AED 300-500)
  • Yas Island (8-10 hours, AED 800-1000)
  • Sheikh Zayed Bridge (1 hour, free)
  • Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital (2 hours, AED 320)
  • Al Ain Oasis (4-5 hours, AED 100-200)
  • Emirates National Auto Museum (2-3 hours, AED 50)
  • Observation Deck at 300 (1 hour, AED 95)

  • Total Estimated Costs: AED 1775-2195

Useful Tips

For those with less time, skip Al Ain Oasis, Emirates National Auto Museum, and the Observation Deck at 300. For those with more time, consider adding a desert safari and a visit to the Presidential Flight museum.

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