Abu Dhabi, the UAE’s ultra-modern capital, attracts millions of visitors each year. To meet the demand, a slew of family-friendly places have opened in the capital this year, with more on the way. Read on for our exciting list of all the upcoming and new attractions in Abu Dhabi.
LIST OF NEW ABU DHABI ATTRACTIONS
We look at some of the top new tourist attractions in Abu Dhabi.
AL QANA DEVELOPMENT
Al Qana is a waterfront destination that provides an array of new entertainment options in Abu Dhabi. The latest project of Al Barakah International Investment, Al Qana features The National Aquarium – offering an immersive underwater experience. It also has a yacht marina, fitness centres, restaurants, jogging and walking tracks, lush landscapes and much more. Many leisure and dining options are set to open soon in Al Qana.
- Location: Rabdan Al Maqta’a, Abu Dhabi
NATIONAL AQUARIUM, AL QANA
As mentioned above, The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi has become a hugely popular attraction since its opening. Part of the Al Qana project, this exciting edutainment zone is home to more than 250 marine species, including sharks.
Also, the aquarium hosts more than 60 underwater shows, exhibitions and scuba diving sessions for visitors. A team of approximately 80 marine experts are in charge of managing the facility.
- Location: Al Qana
- Tickets: From AED 105 per person (General Admission)
YAS BAY WATERFRONT
The recently opened Yas Bay, a waterfront destination, houses a luxury hotel, an Ibiza-style beach club, a sprawling lounge with a skyline and much more. Located on this waterfront promenade, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island hotel provides world-class facilities to guests and a super-lux environment.
The restaurants you must try out include Paradiso, Lock Stock & Barrel, Daikan, Siddharta Lounge by Buddha Bar and Asia Asia. Whilst the project has already opened its doors for the public, development is still going on. This means you can expect a lot more from this exciting new destination.
- Location: Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
UPCOMING ATTRACTIONS IN ABU DHABI
REEM MALL
Abu Dhabi is all set to welcome another top shopping destination crammed full of incredible retail and leisure attractions. A project of Al Farwaniya Property Developments, Reem Mall at Reem Island is expected to have more than 450 outlets offering retail, F&B and family-focused entertainment options.
Spread across 2.8 million sq. ft., the mall also houses a hypermarket and two food courts. The mall is scheduled to open in the 1st quarter of 2022.
- Location: Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi
SNOW ABU DHABI
Snow Abu Dhabi, a much-anticipated attraction, is set to open in Reem Mall. The snow park will have multiple zones with 13 different rides. It will also feature Blizzard’s Bazaar, a themed retail outlet where visitors can buy winter clothing and choose from an avalanche of souvenirs.
Another attraction at this enchanted-forest themed wonderland is Snowflake Garden, an expansive snowy play area where visitors can build snowmen, enjoy ice labyrinths and more. Visitor’s can also look forward to Flurries’ Mountain where they’ll be able to climb up for a great view of Snow Park’s central feature – The Enchanted Tree.
- Location: Reem Mall, Abu Dhabi
SEAWORLD
The wait is about to come to an end… Soon residents of Abu Dhabi will be able to experience marine life like never before! The first of its kind theme park in the capital has been generating buzz for quite a while now. And why would it not be?
It is expected to become the world’s largest marine life aquarium featuring more than 68,000 animals! Apart from a huge aquarium, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi would offer thrilling rides, animal experiences and rehabilitation and a whole lot of fun for the entire family. It is slated to open in 2022.
- Location: Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
GUGGENHEIM ABU DHABI
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi will serve as a dynamic new platform for modern and contemporary art in the UAE. The architecture of the museum is designed by Frank Gehry and is set to become a central attraction on Al Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. Currently, under construction, the museum will showcase the global history of art from the 1960s onwards with special attention given to Middle Eastern art.
It will be a while before Guggenheim Abu Dhabi opens its gates for the public. But it will certainly be worth the wait!
- Location: Al Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT ARE SOME OTHER POPULAR TOURIST ACTIVITIES IN ABU DHABI?
Apart from these new and upcoming places to visit, there are several other top tourist attractions in Abu Dhabi that you can check out. From cultural classics like the beautiful Sheikh Zayed Mosque to natural wonders like the Al Ain Oasis, there are so many great things to do in Abu Dhabi.
ARE THERE ANY FREE ACTIVITIES FOR TOURISTS IN ABU DHABI?
Tourists looking for affordable activities in the capital will be happy to know that there are also plenty of things to do in Abu Dhabi for free. You don’t have to spend a fortune to have fun.
Like Abu Dhabi, there are lots of family-friendly activities in Dubai. Whether it’s the larger emirates or smaller ones, there is plenty to do for tourists. The number of tourists visiting the UAE increases once again as the pandemic related restrictions ease out.
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