Ferrari World
One of Abu Dhabi’s latest extravagant, Ferrari World is a must for motorsport/speed enthusiasts. The worlds first indoor theme park is also home to the worlds fastest rollercoaster.
Corniche
Abu Dhabi’s Corniche, running along the northern shore of the main island, is the focal point of the city and the main draw for its residents. It has undergone a massive redevelopment involving extensive land reclamation, resulting in an impressive 6km of landscaped gardens that include cycle and pedestrian paths, cafes and restaurants.
Corniche Beack Park
Completed in summer 2008, the Corniche Beach Park offers – in exchanges for a small fee – lifeguards, beach showers, sun umbrellas and clean sand. A large refreshment area with shops means you can happily spend all day here.
Sheikh Zayed Mosque
One of the largest mosques in the world, with a capacity of 40,000 worshippers, the white ethereal mosque commands the access to he main Abu Dhabi island, rising between the Maqtaa and the Mussafah bridges. Non-Muslims are allowed inside – the only mosque in the UAE where this is the case – and women are issued black abayas free of charge to cover them from head to toe.
Heritage Village
This outdoor museum attempts to recreate aspects of Abu Dhabi’s past, with displays of the ancient Bedouin lifestyle and an interesting collection of traditional folklore treasures.
