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What to do in Abu Dhabi?
Hi all,
As a true Dubaian... I have been to Abu Dhabi only twice and I am not sure what are the main "attractions". I have family visiting me and I would like to take them for a day to the capital city. I have in a tentative list: the Mosque, Corniche, Emirates Palace, Heritage Village, anything else? Is there anything to do in Yas Island? Any advice is welcomed! Cheers. |
Re: What to do in Abu Dhabi?
You've probably got the main ones down. Not much on Yas Island--don't know when Ferrari World will be open, but I don't think its imminent: anyone know?
There are some events coming up: Red Bull Air Racing weekend of 26/27 March, El Divo (?) performing 2nd April, Emirates Palace usually has something cultural as well as being worth a visit for a coffee. Canoeing in the mangroves is possible if that floats your boat. I don't know Dubai that well, but difficult to image we have anything much down here that you don't have bigger / better / flashier / grosser / more expensive up the road. Have fun! |
Re: What to do in Abu Dhabi?
Originally Posted by Bahtatboy
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You've probably got the main ones down. Not much on Yas Island--don't know when Ferrari World will be open, but I don't think its imminent: anyone know?
There are some events coming up: Red Bull Air Racing weekend of 26/27 March, El Divo (?) performing 2nd April, Emirates Palace usually has something cultural as well as being worth a visit for a coffee. Canoeing in the mangroves is possible if that floats your boat. I don't know Dubai that well, but difficult to image we have anything much down here that you don't have bigger / better / flashier / grosser / more expensive / with much more class and nicer people up the road. Have fun! Let the fun begin. |
Re: What to do in Abu Dhabi?
Originally Posted by Roadking
(Post 8420972)
Sorted that for you.
Let the fun begin. And we don't want a North / South divide developing out here, pleeeez. |
Re: What to do in Abu Dhabi?
Originally Posted by Bahtatboy
(Post 8420990)
Oi, don't misquote me!:frown: And we've established you can't buy class which is why I've already asked for my money back.
And we don't want a North / South divide developing out here, pleeeez. |
Re: What to do in Abu Dhabi?
Originally Posted by Roadking
(Post 8421007)
Don't get arsey with me or I'll tell Meow!
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Re: What to do in Abu Dhabi?
Have a nice meal at a fancy restaurant and don't forget to kiss your wife or girlfriend fully on the lips. Yes I know it was at JBR Dubai but why not try it out in the capital? Let us know what happens. If its your boyfriend, there will be no problems.
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Re: What to do in Abu Dhabi?
Theres also the cultural foundation which I found really interesting.
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Re: What to do in Abu Dhabi?
The mosque is well worth a visit.
Mainly Yas is still work in progress, although several hotels with the usual facilities are open. I was at the Yas Hotel a few week-ends ago (the building with the hair net over it). There is a terrace bar on the top (8th/9th floor iirc) with a view over part of the circuit - there was some saloon car racing going on whilst I was there, a bit noisy though. Visitors can access it no problem. |
Re: What to do in Abu Dhabi?
You've covered most of the main items. Here are a few more though (some are a little out of town though, and some just as close to Dubai):
- Hot Air Balloon - The Rainbow Sheikh's Car Museum - Khalifa Park (Don't forget to visit the "Maritime Museum" which is the closest to a Jorvik Viking Centre in the UAE. It's at the far end of the park. There's also a mini train ride around the park. - Marina Mall (Specifically the indoor thunderstorm which happens every couple of hours!) - Indoor Skydiving - Fish Market down in Mina Port. Choose your fish, and take it to a stall nearby where they will cook to your specification. |
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When are they coming?
There is a drag racing festival this weekend on Yas Circuit, 50dhs a pop so quite reasonable. |
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Il Divo should fit right in here- biggest bunch of pretentious arseholes Ive ever met!
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Alley Pally, Trap Bar, Red Lion...
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Re: What to do in Abu Dhabi?
Thanks all for your comments and advice. So I guess I have everything more or less covered for a one day visit.
Cheers |
Re: What to do in Abu Dhabi?
- Marina Mall (Specifically the indoor thunderstorm which happens every couple of hours!)
Please tell me more!!! An indoor thunderstorm???? |
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