The Top 5 Reasons You Should Visit Abu Dhabi
Dubai is often top of people’s list when they think about a holiday to the Middle East, but Abu Dhabi is quickly growing in popularity. If you’re not as familiar with what Abu Dhabi has to offer, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve listed our top favourite things about this versatile and luxurious destination which will make you want to book your Abu Dhabi holiday immediately!
1. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
An attraction like no other. The Grand Mosque is an absolute must-see and stays true to its name. As the capital city of the United Arab Emirates, the Grand Mosque is the largest mosque in the country and is a key place of worship. Visitors from around the world are encouraged to visit this spectacular attraction and experience the breath-taking architecture which borrows from multiple nationalities. The mosque is free to enter but it’s important to adhere to the rules and to dress appropriately for this religious site. Abayas are available to hire for your visit and the hood must be up for all women during their visit.
2. Weather
With hot weather all year round, Abu Dhabi guarantees sunshine. May – September the temperature increase can be too much for some so if you’re looking for beach days and to explore the city, we recommend visiting October – April. The Abu Dhabi hotel offering is world-class with luxury available across the city.
3. Louvre
Another incredible attraction, the Louvre Abu Dhabi is spectacular and a celebration of culture. With 8,000 square feet of galleries, this iconic museum is the largest art museum in the Arabian Peninsula. The focus on the content is intercultural, with Western and non-Western art shown side by side and even without going inside, the architecture is spectacular with a “seemingly floating dome structure”.
4. Ferrari World
This theme park is guaranteed to give you a thrill. The fastest rollercoaster in the world, Formula Rosa, is located here and can reach 240km/h in less than 5 seconds! If this is a little too much for you then don’t worry, Ferrari World also offers other fun attractions suitable for a range of ages and preferences.
5. Desert
A major part of Abu Dhabi, the desert is vast and offers stunning scenery as well as incredible experiences. An Abu Dhabi safari in the desert is an absolute must if you’ve never tried one before. You can experience dune-bashing, camel rides, quad bikes and much more. Most of all though, watching the sunset over the desert is a truly magical experience.
If we’ve convinced you enough then it’s time to get in touch and tailor your perfect Abu Dhabi holiday. With a range of hotels on offer including the Intercontinental Abu Dhabi, Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island and more, we can help get you the best deals at some of these spectacular hotels in this amazing city.
