7-Day Itinerary of Abu Dhabi

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

    A stunning mosque with the world's largest chandelier and carpet, backed by onion-shaped domes and minarets. Open 9am-10pm Sat-Thu and 4.30pm-10pm on Fridays.

  2. Day 2: Emirates Palace
    15.4 km (20 minutes) from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

    A luxury 7-star hotel known for its gold-plated interiors, private beach, and 1,000 Swarovski crystal chandeliers. Visitors can enjoy drinks and desserts at the cafe. Open 24/7.

  3. Day 3: Qasr Al Watan
    12.1 km (18 minutes) from Emirates Palace

    A newly-opened palace-museum that reveals the UAE's governance system, heritage, and architecture. The palace features a Great Hall, House of Knowledge, Artisan House and Library. Open 10am-8pm daily.

  4. Day 4: Ferrari World
    20.3 km (23 minutes) from Qasr Al Watan

    A thrilling indoor theme park that offers the world's fastest roller coaster Formula Rossa, go-karting, vertical accelerator rides, and more. Open 11am-8pm Fri-Sat and 11am-7pm Sun-Thu.

  5. Day 5: Yas Waterworld
    7.9 km (10 minutes) from Ferrari World

    An exciting water park with over 40 rides, slides, and attractions. Some of the highlights are Bandit Bomber, Bubble's Barrel, Water Wars and an interactive treasure hunt. Open 10am-6pm daily.

  6. Day 6: Observation Deck at 300
    18 km (20 minutes) from Yas Waterworld

    The highest indoor observation deck in Abu Dhabi, located on the 74th floor of Jumeirah Hotel at Etihad Towers. It offers panoramic views of Corniche, the Emirates Palace and the Arabian Gulf. Open 10am-7pm daily.

  7. Day 7: Saadiyat Island
    10.7 km (15 minutes) from Observation Deck at 300

    A cultural hub that houses the Louvre Abu Dhabi, Manarat al Saadiyat (an exhibition center) and upcoming museums - Guggenheim Abu Dhabi and the Zayed National Museum. Visitors can also enjoy the public beach and the promenade. Open 24/7.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (1-2 hours, free)
  • Emirates Palace (1-2 hours, drinks and desserts from AED 85)
  • Qasr Al Watan (2-4 hours, AED 60 adults, AED 30 children)
  • Ferrari World (3-5 hours, AED 295 adults, AED 230 children)
  • Yas Waterworld (4-6 hours, AED 250 adults, AED 210 children)
  • Observation Deck at 300 (1-2 hours, AED 95 adults, AED 55 children)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): AED 785 ($214 USD)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the nearby attractions such as Sheikh Zayed Heritage Village, Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital, or Corniche Beach. For a more adventurous experience, take a desert safari or dhow cruise. If you have less time, you can combine the visits to Emirates Palace and Qasr Al Watan or to Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld.

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