Attractions
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Ferrari World
though Dubai may have many
newer and shinier shopping
spots, there’s nowhere else
like this.
O Free. Timings vary, typically
10am-10pm with some stores
closing for lunch/prayer time.
Next to Al Ras Metro
Station, Deira.
Mall of the Emirates Houses
more than 600 shops, two
hotels, an IMAX cinema
screen (and a Gary Rhodes
one), a community theatre,
Ski Dubai and a vast amount
of dining options.
O Open daily 10am-midnight.
Al Barsha (04 409 9000).
Ripe Market This weekend
farmers’ market started with
just a small stall selling fresh
and organic produce on
Fridays during cooler weather.
It has now evolved into a
family outing where the fresh
organic produce sits next to
fun food trucks and stalls
selling homemade and
funky products.
O Entry fee depends on park
fee. Fri 9am-4pm at Zabeel
Park, Sat 10am-8pm at
Barsha Pond Park
(04 315 7000).
Souk Madinat Jumeirah A
popular shopping and dining
spot, filled with high-end
restaurants, laid-back
bars and typical tourist
shops selling pashminas
and trinket-y souvenirs.
There’s also the Madinat
Theatre, which hosts regular
performances, including many
public programmes from both
international and UAE artists
including special events, art
fairs and workshops.
O Free. Open daily 9am-8pm.
Saadiyat Cultural District
(02 6575 800).
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
is the largest mosque in the
country, and a key place of
worship for Friday gathering
and Eid prayers. It features
82 domes, over a 1,000
columns, 24 carat gold-gilded
chandeliers and the world’s
largest hand-knotted carpet.
O Free. Open Sat-Thu
9am-10pm, Fri 4.30pm-10pm.
Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed
Street (02 419 1919).
ENTERTAINMENT
du Arena Located on
Abu Dhabi’s man-made
island, this modern concert
stadium hosts massive live
performances and the world’s
most celebrated artists.
O Prices vary. Open daily
9am-5pm Yas Island
(02 509 8143).
du Forum Home to some of
the capital’s biggest shows
and entertainment, this iconic
space is a multi-purpose
venue which holds
large-scale events.
O Prices vary. Open daily
9am-5pm Yas Island
(02 509 8142).
for kids. Souk Madinat also
holds plenty of events.
O Free. Open daily
10am-11pm. Umm Suqeim
(04 366 8888).
Spice Souk Pick up herbs
and, well, spices from this
small souk near the Gold
Souk (think rose petals,
dried limes, star anise and
incense.) Prepare to haggle to
avoid paying a premium.
O Free. Sat-Thu 10am-10pm,
Fri 4pm-10pm. Al Ras, Deira.
ABU DHABI
CULTURE
Louvre Abu Dhabi An art
and civilisation museum,
the Louvre Abu Dhabi was
established in 2007. It is the
largest art museum in the
Arabian Peninsula and houses
galleries, exhibitions and
a children’s museum.
O From Dhs60 (general
admission), from Dhs30 (ages
13-22). Open Sat-Wed 10am-
8pm, Thu-Fri 10am-10pm.
Saadiyat Island
(600 56 55 66).
Manarat al Saadiyat This
Abu Dhabi space is a hub
for art, cultural activities and
community events. It holds
Yas Marina Circuit The
venue for the Abu Dhabi
Grand Prix, Yas Marina
Circuit hosts various sports
and entertainment events
including TrainYAS, DriveYAS
and OpenYAS.
O Prices vary. Open daily
2pm-9.30pm (Kart Zone)
9am-11pm (Yas Central).
Yas Island (02 659 9800).
SHOPPING
Abu Dhabi Mall Located in
the heart of the city, Abu
Dhabi Mall offers more than
200 stores of fashion labels
and designer boutiques.
O Open 10am-10pm. Muroor
Road, Madinat Zayed
(02 645 4858).
Marina Mall One of the
biggest malls in Abu Dhabi,
this mall is located along the
breakwater on Corniche road
and comprises 122,000 sqm
of retail space with plenty for
the family.
O Open Sat-Wed 10am-10pm,
Thu-Fri 10am-midnight.
Corniche Road
(800 6623).
rink, 4D cinema, and kids’
and adults’ rides and arcades.
O Open Sun-Wed
10am-10pm, Thu-Fri
10am-11pm. Various
locations, including Khalidiya
Mall, Delma Street
(02 635 4316).
Warner Bros. World Abu
Dhabi This new indoor theme
park comprises six immersive
lands inspired by legendary
Warner Bros. characters, with
rides, shows and attractions
for everyone based on
the worlds of Superman,
Wonderwoman and more.
O From Dhs230 (kids),
Dhs295 (adults). Open daily
10am-9pm, rides 11am-8pm.
Yas Island, (02 612 9333).
Yas Waterworld This Emirati-
themed waterpark is home
to more than 40 rides, slides
and attractions, including
Bubble’s Barrel, Rush Rider,
and Bandit Bomber. The park
also hosts concerts, events
and more targeting different
age groups and nationalities.
O Open 10am-6pm (Nov-Feb),
10am-7pm (Mar-May),
10am-8pm (Jun-Aug),
10am-7pm (Sep-Oct).
Yas Island (02 414 2000).
The Galleria This spacious,
modern mall as a wide range
of fashion and luxury goods
to suit even the
pickiest shoppers.
O Open Sat-Wed 10am-10pm,
Thu 10am-midnight, Fri
12pm-midnight. Al Maryah
Island (02 616 6999).
Yas Mall The three-level mall
is the biggest in the capital
and home to international
retailers and eateries, plus
a 20-screen cinema.
O Open Sat-Wed 10am-10pm,
Thu-Fri 10am-midnight. Yas
Island (800 927 6255).
THEME PARKS AND
WATERPARKS
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi This
motor racing-themed complex
features family rides, driving
simulators and car
factory tours.
O Open daily 10am-8pm.
Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
(02 496 8000).
Sparky’s A theme park
for kids, Sparky’s features
bowling alleys, a family ice
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