3 Days in Abu Dhabi: What to Do and See in Abu Dhabi

Day 1 | Morning

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 11:00-20:00

Ticket Price: 295 AED

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours

Location: Yas Island - Yas Leisure Dr - Yas Island - Abu Dhabi

The world's Ferrari theme park is located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, which is also the largest indoor park in the world. In the venue, in addition to Ferrari's sports cars and racing cars of various periods, even F1 workshops and driving simulators have "replicas". And the world's fastest roller coaster makes tourists scream. A paradise for Ferrari fans, the theme park looks like an alien flying saucer, with a huge Ferrari Logo printed on its red roof. There is the world's largest Ferrari racing exhibition hall in addition to Ferrari's headquarters - Maranello, where visitors can enjoy a wide range of classic and contemporary Ferrari racing series. In addition, you can also visit Ferrari's pre-race car park, experience the car and the tools used in the training process, and even receive training to change the tires of F1 cars, and experience the addiction of logistics maintenance personnel. Exciting rides, Formula Rossa: the fastest roller coaster in the world, with a high speed of 240 km/h. SpeedofMagic: Follow a young boy on a fantastic 4D journey through a dreamy, ever-changing magical place that a real Ferrari has never entered. MadeinMaranello: A virtual tour that allows visitors to see how Ferrari sports cars are made through the walls of the prestigious Ferrari factory in Maranello. V12: A thrilling torrent to experience the great power of the 12-cylinder engine. G-Force: Inspired directly by the Ferrari Enzo simulator, this "jump machine" pushes visitors to a height of 62 meters, dashes off the roof, and then returns to the ground in a thrilling experience that is blood-pumping. ScuderiaChallenge: A cutting-edge racing simulator comparable to the cars that Ferrari drivers use in training. In addition to roller coasters and jumping machines to challenge people's limits, there are many less exciting but very interesting projects in the park, such as 4D movies (the 4D movies here have 5 or 6 halls), etc., so it is also very suitable for bringing children. families come to enjoy family time.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: It was awesoooommmmeeeeeeeeeeee! If you love speed and fast cars then this activity is for you. The fastest roller coaster in the world lives here. Have fun!

Trip.com User: this is the best place for walfare to our family and make me renew power to start life again and very awesome place that my eye saw until now

Day 1 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Louvre Abu Dhabi.

Louvre Abu Dhabi

Opening Hours: Tue - Wed 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Thu - Fri 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM, Sat - Sun 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Ticket Price: 60 AED

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Saadiyat - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Opening to the public on 11 November 2017, the Louvre Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive museum in the Arab world focused on the human stories shared by civilizations and cultures around the world.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: This time I went to Abu Dhabi to participate in FIP, and I went to the Louvre in the space. I was just exhibiting the ancient Egyptian artifacts I like very much. The wind, light and shadows, and the flow of water are intertwined. The space outside the hall allows me to put aside all the troubles for the time being and enjoy this moment!

Trip.com User: A visit to the Louvre in Abu Dhabi will be unforgettable! An amazing architecture that will surprise you around every corner.

Day 1 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Louvre Abu Dhabi, Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island nearby is the best place to stay.

Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island

On dynamic, upscale Al Maryah Island – Abu Dhabi’s business and lifestyle destination – Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi is the city’s most exciting waterfront location.

Urban chic balances with understated luxury in our 200light-filled accommodation, including 38 hotel suites – all with water views. Experience our six stylish Abu Dhabi restaurants and lounges, featuring expansive waterfront terraces and private dining rooms.

Relax in the radiant Spa, swimming pool, fitness center or lounge on the pool terrace, offering all-day sun and spectacular city skyline views. Every moment is elevated by thoughtful Four Seasons care.

Day 2 | Morning

Qasr Al Watan

Opening Hours: 10:00-20:00

Ticket Price: 60 AED

Location: Al Ras Al Akhdar, Abu Dhabi 001, United Arab Emirates

The Abu Dhabi Presidential Palace is the official meeting place of today's UAE Cabinet and the Federal High Council, the UAE's high authority, as well as the venue for official state visits and events of heads of state. As it opens to the public, visitors will have the opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the UAE's regime and values, as well as explore the well-preserved heritage of cultural traditions. The "National Palace" library will also be set up in the Presidential Palace, where scholars can browse a large number of books and materials, explore the political, social and cultural history of the UAE, and understand the development and progress of the country. The "National Palace" is not just a traditional palace, it also reflects the unique Arab tradition and art, and the architecture and interior design further highlight the importance of the exhibits. Visitors can have a rich experience on a tour of the palace. In the West Wing, they will learn about the formation of the UAE state and its regime, and have access to the official assembly hall for a tour. In the Hall of Knowledge in the East Wing, visitors can visit a large number of cultural relics and precious manuscripts, and learn about the contributions made by the Arab world to various fields such as human science, art, humanities and literature. At night, visitors can also enjoy a spectacular sound and light show, which will be projected onto the façade of the iconic building, telling the connection between the mission of the "National Palace" and the vision for the future development of the country through a three-act show. Reflects the UAE's past, present and future.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Qasr Al Watan, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi

Opening Hours: Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Ticket Price: 295 AED

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-5 Hours

Location: Abu Dhabi 128717, United Arab Emirates

Located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. Theme Park is an indoor theme park that brings together Warner Bros. characters and stories for a fun day out for the whole family. Walk through the iconic Warner Bros. shield and enter a new world full of stories, adventures and quirks where you can create and enjoy many unforgettable moments with family and friends! Six truly immersive paradises—Warner Bros. Plaza, Gotham City, Metropolis, Toontown, Bedrock, and Dynamite Canyon—will work together to create an unparalleled fan experience. Batman, Bugs Bunny, Superman, Scooby-Doo, plus 29 state-of-the-art thrill rides, numerous family interactive attractions and unique live entertainment await you. In addition, the park offers a variety of dining options, from quick and easy meals to full-service sit-down restaurants and cafes, as well as a variety of tempting retail offerings to choose from your favorite Warner Bros. souvenirs.

Day 2 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island nearby is the best place to stay.

W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island

Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi features a unique design, set half on land and half on water. It offers 11 dining options and modern rooms with mood lighting and free internet.

The Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi's stylish rooms feature an LCD TV, iPod docking station and floor-to-ceiling windows.

Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi's guests can enjoy on-site evening entertainment. The spa is designed as a traditional hammam and includes 2 rooftop swimming pools with sunset views.

Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi is connected to mainland Abu Dhabi by a bridge and is only a 10 minutes' drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport and 15 minutes' drive from Abu Dhabi city centre.

An 18-hole golf course and Yas Mall are within walking distance from the hotel.

Day 3 | Morning

Yas Water World

Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00. On Thursday is the lady's night, closing at 17:00, the lady is playing normally. During the holy month of Ramadan (May 25th - June 26th), the business hours remain unchanged, the night of the ladies is suspended, and the time of Ramadan changes with the change of the moon. Please refer to the official announcement.

Ticket Price: 250 AED

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Yas Waterworld is a giant water park built by Abu Dhabi on Yas Island, the size of 15 football fields. The park provides visitors with more than 40 water entertainment items, including unique facilities that cannot be experienced anywhere else, making people linger. Relying on the heritage of Abu Dhabi, the park is built on the theme of "Gone Treasures", and its central symbol is a huge pearl with a diameter of 8 meters. In addition to a wealth of water entertainment facilities, there are many tourist attractions such as an open-air theater, a pearl diving exhibition, as well as hotels, shops and a variety of interactive games in the park. In addition, the YoungFun area specially designed for children allows children to experience the fun of playing on the water safely. Thrilling Unique Experience Bubble's Barrel: Experience the thrilling 3-meter wave with a large waterboard and bodyboard surfable layer. Bandit Bomber: The longest suspended roller coaster in the Middle East, 550 meters long, and incorporates water currents and laser effects. WaterWars: Shoot water jets at targets, launching water bombs, while those below can spray jets of water as they pass.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Yas Water World, Emirates Park Zoo next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Emirates Park Zoo

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Wed,Sun,9:00am-8:00pm;Open on Thu-Sat,9:00am-9:00pm

Ticket Price: 35 AED

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: 12th Street | Al Bahia, Abu Dhabi 111026, United Arab Emirates

The Emirates Park Zoo is located in Al Bahia, in the northeastern suburbs of Abu Dhabi, and is not very large. Visitors can not only get close contact with a variety of cute animals, interact with them, but also have a variety of farm experience activities. Comfortable zoo environment This family children's zoo has more than 1,700 animals, including a pair of white tigers, a Siberian bear in his 30s and weighing more than 300 kg, as well as lions, zebras and more. The park is divided into "beasts", "wild animals" and other areas, and is equipped with a "humidification system" throughout the park to ensure that visitors and animals are cool in summer. Interaction with animals In addition to watching animals, visitors can also interact with some specific animals, including feeding elephants, taking photos, as well as horseback riding, camel riding, etc. In addition, there are wonderful sea lion performances in the park, attracting many tourists.

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