Best places for an enjoyable walk in Abu Dhabi
Looking for somewhere to take a pleasurable and relaxing stroll in Abu Dhabi? From beautiful parks to breathtaking nature trails, there are so many delights to exploring the UAE’s capital on foot. In this article we take a look at some of the best places for a nice, healthy walk in Abu Dhabi.
PARKS IN ABU DHABI
AL FAY
Meet the shade at the beautiful Al Fay Park!
Spanning 27,500 square metres of lush richness, with more than 2,000 different plant species, this park is an excellent place for a walk in Abu Dhabi. There are also badminton, basketball, table tennis, volleyball and football courts in Al Fay Park.
- Location: Al Reem Island
- Timings: 7:00 am to 11:00 pm daily
DELMA PARK
Delma Park in Abu Dhabi’s Al Nahyan neighbourhood features tennis courts, a gym, a climbing wall, a rubber jogging track and various children’s playgrounds.
- Location: Al Nahyan
- Timings: 8:00 am to 11:00 pm daily
- Tickets: Free
MASDAR PARK
This quirky park is made up entirely of repurposed shipping containers!
Masdar Park, located in Masdar City, is similar to an outdoor food court. All the cafes are nestled in recycled shipping containers. The 2.5-kilometre Al Mamsha walking trail, which begins near Masdar Park, is perfect for a morning stroll.
- Location: Masdar City
- Ticket: Free entry
UMM AL EMARAT PARK
Umm Al Emarat Park, located in the centre of Abu Dhabi, is one of the city’s oldest and largest green spaces. It is made up of 14.5 hectares of gardens, tree-lined walking paths and a spectacular array of flora and fauna.
- Location: Al Mushrif
- Timings: 11:00 am to 11:00 pm daily
- Tickets: AED 10 per person
KHALIFA PARK
This large park in the heart of the city has a well-kept garden and relaxing water features. There’s also Maritime Museum, an aquarium, a library and a splash park. Khalifa Park is one of the best places to walk in Abu Dhabi.
- Location: Khor Al Maqta
- Timings: Weekdays: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm| Weekends: 11:00 am to 11:00 pm on weekends)
- Tickets: AED 2
AL KHALIDIYA PARK
This green stretch situated in the middle of the city is peppered with kids play areas. One of the city’s largest and oldest parks, Al Khalidiya Park, is perfect for a relaxing afternoon stroll during the cooler months of the year.
- Location: Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street, Al Khalidiyah Area
- Timings: 8:00 am to 11:00 pm daily
- Tickets: Free entry
PARKS IN CORNICHE
The famous Corniche has some lovely parks where you can go for a pleasurable walk in Abu Dhabi.
Lake Park is perfect for a romantic stroll, featuring a charming bridge that makes for lovely photo opportunities.
Heritage Park, located at the eastern end of the Corniche, features dhow harbour vistas, fountains, play spaces, picnic places and more.
Note that men are not allowed in The Family Park unless children or women accompany them.
Here are some other notable parks around Abu Dhabi:
Sheikha Fatima Park, Rabdan Park, Al Shamkha Park, MBZ Park, Bani Yas Ladies Park; Reem Central Park, Musaffah Park, Al Bahia Park, New Airport Park, Old Airport Park and Al Basra Ladies’ Park.
OTHER PLACES FOR A WALK IN ABU DHABI
JUBAIL MANGROVE PARK
Visitors to Jubail Mangrove Park can learn about one of the region’s most unique natural habitats. The mangrove park, located on a remote outcrop of Jubail Island in Abu Dhabi, is popular with locals and tourists alike. It has a 2.3 km boardwalk and is conveniently located near the city.
- Location: Jubail Mangrove Park, Al Jubail Island
- Timings: 8:00 am to 7:30 pm daily
- Tickets: AED 15 for adult | AED 10 for kid
AL WATHBA WETLAND RESERVE
A 3 km stroll through flamingo-dotted wetlands awaits you in Al Wathba. It’s a beautiful place to learn about the exotic wildlife that thrives in the region.
- Location: Al Wathba Wetland Reserve
- Timings: Monday to Saturday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
- Tickets: Free entry
LOUVRE ABU DHABI
Like evening walks? Head over to Louvre Abu Dhabi!
There are plenty of places to walk throughout the Cultural District. Extended areas of path surround the Cultural District and The Dock, all of which offer spectacular views of the famed museum. Once a week, the museum opens its doors to allow visitors to wander beneath the dome for free and gaze up at the magnificent roof.
- Location: Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island.
- Timings: Every Wednesday 6:30 pm to 09:30 pm
- Tickets: Free entry
YAS MARINA CIRCUIT
What better place to walk than the world’s most famous Formula One circuit? The Yas Marina Circuit is a spectacular Formula One course with magnificent grandstands and turns. It stretches about 5.5 kilometres and is open to the public twice a week in the evenings. All you have to do is register through their official website.
It’s part of the city’s effort to encourage residents to be more active and emphasise their physical well-being. Children under 13 should be accompanied by adults all the time.
- Location: Yas Island
- Timings: Sunday and Tuesday evenings
- Tickets: Free for those who have registered
FAQS
WHERE TO GO FOR A WALK IN DUBAI?
Just like the UAE’s capital, there are many places where you can go for a pleasurable walk in Dubai. The list includes Al Qudra Lake, Quranic Park and Palm Jumeirah Boardwalk.
WHERE CAN I GO JOGGING IN ABU DHABI?
In Abu Dhabi, jogging has become a way of life. There are several running tracks in Abu Dhabi that are frequented by hundreds of people every day.
That’s all we have about the best places to go for a walk in Abu Dhabi. If you are looking for something more to do outdoors, you can always indulge in the memorable experience of kayaking in the Eastern Mangroves. There are also these beaches in Abu Dhabi which are perfect for a fun-filled family outing.
