Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates, built on a T-shaped island that reaches into the Persian Gulf. Its landmarks include the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the country's largest mosque; Qasr Al Watan, the presidential palace, open to the public since 2019; and the Louvre Abu Dhabi, which opened on Saadiyat Island in 2017. On Yas Island, Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World and Yas Waterworld stand close together, and the island's circuit has hosted the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix since 2009.

Getting there from Dubai

The Abu Dhabi Cultural Heritage Tour from Dubai includes hotel pickup and takes about 11 hours. Theme park and museum tickets are used at the venue.

Best time to visit

Winter is the mild season: in January and February, average lows are 10–14 °C. July and August are the hottest months.

• Dubai
• Fujairah
• Sharjah
• Al Ain