7-Day Adventure in Abu Dhabi

Reese C

11 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through the wonders of Abu Dhabi. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the United Arab Emirates.

Trip to Abu Dhabi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$136

$ 3

Sleek centre for interactive local cultural displays & international exhibitions, plus a theatre.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

3 - 4 min

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Built for the 2010 Shanghai Expo, this dramatic gold structure is meant to evoke rolling sand dunes.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Zayed National Museum (Under Construction)

1:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$25

14 - 17 min

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The Cheesecake Factory created the upscale casual dining segment in 1978 with the opening of its first restaurant in Beverly Hills, California and now even with more than 200 locations, The Cheesecake Factory restaurants are just as unique today as they were back then!

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$36

2 - 3 min

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The world-renowned Asha Bhosle, the legendary Indian artiste who heralds from India's first family of music, with her own unique and distinctive voice, has translated her second passion in life into the latest concept of cooking to hit the culinary scene.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$50

Day 2

$136

$ 5

Innovative museum surrounded by water, featuring ancient to modern art pieces, kayaking & a cafe.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

19 - 23 min

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Striking Catholic place of worship from the 1960s, with Masses in English, Arabic & other languages.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$44

6 - 8 min

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Traditional handicrafts from embroidery to jewelry are on display at this museum with a gift shop.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$42

Day 3

$111

$ 3

Palace & fort around which Abu Dhabi was built, now a museum with cultural programmes & festivals.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

22 - 27 min

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Zaha Hadid–designed suspension bridge known for its intricate construction & dramatic lighting.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$46

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 4

$142

$ 4

Domed marble & limestone presidential palace with a mosaic-clad great hall & extensive library.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

10 - 12 min

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Museum displaying photographs & personal effects of the late Sheikh Zayed, founder of the UAE.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

7 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$50

5 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$42

Day 5

$88

$ 4

Reconstruction of a traditional desert village with a regular roster of events & exhibitions.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Quiet, artificial island with views of Abu Dhabi's Corniche & skyscrapers from a palm-backed beach.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

4 - 5 min

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Home of the Famous Max's Fried Chicken!

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Day 6

$109

$ 3

Mangrove forest with over 60 species of birds, plus channels for kayaking & other water activities.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Unique gallery with modern art by local & international artists, plus a creative cafe & gift shop.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$25

4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$46

7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

Day 7

$111

$ 3

One of the largest mosques in the world, topped with 82 white domes of varying sizes.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

37 - 45 min

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Museum featuring a vast collection of vintage & modified cars, trucks & military vehicles.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

30 - 36 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$50

Budget breakdown: $853 In total

Activities & Food:$833

Transport:$20