Top 10 Must-Visit Attractions in Abu Dhabi: For First-Time Travelers

Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi is world’s largest indoor theme park, which is an ultimate destination for non-stop adrenaline racing fun. Located on Yas Land in Abu Dhabi, it is alo home to the world’s fastest rollercoaster, the Formula Rossa that speeds up to to 150 miles (240 kilometers) per hour. Not only this, Ferrari World also houses tallest space-frame structure and 40 record-breaking attractions. 
Adrenaline junkies or those want to experience the world-class rides should visit Ferrari World. 
Best Things to do at Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi- Rollercoaster ride, Go Karting, Ferrari World Show, Real Ferrari drive, Dinning, Shopping, Zipline, Roof walk etc.

Seikh Zayed Mosque is one of world’s largest mosque and one of the most sacred landmark in Abu Dhabi. Founded with the goal of personifying Islam's moderation, the minaret was built by the late founder of UAE, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan. The noticeable thing about the Mosque is that, it can accumulate 40,000 people at a time. It is a key site and the most holy place for daily, prayers, Friday Gatherings and Eid Celebrations. 

The beauty of the Zayed mosque is lies in its pristine white colour and it features, 82 domes, over 1,000 columns, 24-carat-gold gilded chandeliers and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet.
Top Things to do: Guided Mosque tour, Sunset Photography, Full Moon Walk, Children’ Library and Art Exhibitions visit. 

Yas Island is the biggest adventuring spot in Abu Dhabi, which has multiple theme park including the Ferrari World and Warner Bros. You can experience a variety of thrilling watersport activities at Yas Island, like Kayaking, snorkeling or parasailing. Apart from that, climbing the tallest indoor, indoor skydiving, shopping Yas Mall, world’s fastest Formula Rossa ride also offers an adrenaline pump to those who experience it. 

Top things to do in Yas Island: Dance at Yas Island’s White Abu Dhabi, Dining at the Fountains, Yes Island, Lading back at Yas Beach, Visit Yas Bay Waterfront, and Shopping Spree etc.

Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi is the best way to bask in the vast dunes of Arabian Gulf Admire  the beauty of the magical golden sand stretched endlessly, experience the stunning sunset on desert, enjoy desert adventure and savour delectable cuisines all at the Desert Safari, Abu Dhabi. Activities like dune bashing, quad biking, and sandboarding have its own fun and thrill. Furthemore, visitors also get a chance to adorned with Henna tattoo, have fun with photo shoot in traditional Arabic attire, get familiar with Bedouin culture and sip on Arabian coffee.
Top activities at Abu Dhabi Desert Safari: Dune Bashing, Sunset Safari, Camel Back Riding, Camel Farm Visit, Henna Tattoo etc.

The next on the list of top Abu Dhabi’ attraction is highest vantage point of the city that offers a panoramic view of Abu Dhabi. Located on the Eithad Tower on 74 level, the observing deck gives uninterrupted birds-eye views of the city from above 300 metres. Visitors also capture the awesome view of city’s skyline, Corniche and Arabian Gulf in their camera.The observatory Deck has designated cafe where guest can sip on the afternoon high tea. The restaurant offers a wide range of hot beverages including the Silver Moon Tea, Brothers Club Tea, and White House Tea. Visitors are required to obtain the ticket ti enter the Observing Deck. 
Best Things to do at Observing Deck at 300: Taking in the birds eye view, relax at the seating areas, Have a tea or mocktail, photography, use telescopes for viewing the sights. 
 

Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi is one of the top luxurious hotels in Abu Dhabi and the most exquisite tourist attractions in the Emirates City. The interiors of hotel features Arabian architecture that add charm to the hotels look. Tourist across the Globe spend a night at this stunning excellent hotel and enjoy its hospitality to the fullest. Whether it’s the fine dining, impeccable service, enchanting setting, spa or its 1.3 k.m private sand beach, Emirates Palace Mandarine Oriental Abu Dhabi ensures an unforgettable experience to its visitors. 

Top Things to do Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi: Enjoying the excellent dining at restaurants of Eimrates Palace, Shopping at the stores, Relaxing at the beaches or unwind at the spa.
 

The Louvre, Abu Dhabi offers various unique exhibitions of over 600 collection of Arts that are kept in Display. Visitors can seek guide watching theme-based display that takes them from to different time fame of civilization and periods. You can also view the art works by the famous Leonardo da Vinci, Claude Monet, Giovanni Bellini, and many more. Children can also have an interactive session with workshops arranged by the Museum. Louvre also features a stunning architecture and also famous for its Kayak under the dome. You can also set out on the Museum’s historical journey with an hour Kayaking journey beneath the dome.
Top Things to Do at Louvre Museum: Admiring the  special paintings ‘loaned,’ Art Gallery exploration, visiting Children’s Museum, Shop for souvenirs, taking a full museum guided tour and eating at the cafe.

Hili Fun City is an idle destination for family entertainment and it is also the Arabian Gulf Region’s first theme park. Located in the Garden City, the renovated park boasts 28 rides and attractions suitable for all ages. Hili Fun City also features an Ice-rink for skating similar to that used in Olympics. Since it opening in 1985, the amusement park has entertained visitors for decades. On every Wednesday, the theme park remains open for Women only giving them full freedom to enjoy rides and attractions along with their children. From roller coaster to Karting, Pedal Boating or kid’s train, Hili Fun City has also drawn celebrities from world to pay a visit.
Best Things to do at Hili Fun City: Ice Rink, Ambhitheatre Shows, Gentle Rides Marinas ride etc.

Sit along the backwaters of Abu Dhabi, Marina Eye is a giant ferrish wheel that dominates the Abu Dhabi’s skyline and stands 60 metre tall. The spinning of the wheel get you catches some of the panoramic sights of the city’s skyline and the iconic blue waters of coastline and other attractions. The ferris wheel has 42 designated capsules that rotates 4 time in 5 minutes offering the 360- degree view of the various attractions of Abu Dhabi. 
Top Things to do at Marina Eye, Abu Dhabi: Ferris Wheel ride, Listening to the commentaries, Visiting the Marina Mall and Night ride.

The last on our list of top attractions is the Arabian Wildlife Park famous for its mission of preserving endangered animal species. The Sanctury Park is home to over 17,000 free roaming animals where visitors can enjoying watching the native Arabian wildlife like free roaming oryxes, gazelles, hyenas and giraffes, Arabian Leopards, Falcons, Chetas and many more. The park also provides a safe viewing platform made from recycled to its visitors, which is made from recycled materials. It is an idle place for family, couple or solo traveller visit. Visitors can also interact with the animal species and feed them and they can enjoy activities like, safaris, biking, drives, and mountain trekking. 
Top Things to do at Arabian Wildlife Park, Abu Dhabi: Wildlife viewing, Jeep Safari, Water activities etc.