Piercing the sky! The 10 tallest buildings in Abu Dhabi
While the world knows Dubai for the iconic Burj Khalifa, the UAE’s capital is also a hub of towering skyscrapers. Curious to know the tallest buildings in Abu Dhabi? Read on.
TALLEST BUILDINGS IN ABU DHABI
BURJ MOHAMMED BIN RASHID BUILDING
- Standing at a height of 381.2 metres (1,251 ft), Burj Mohammed Bin Rashid is the tallest building in Abu Dhabi, 5th tallest in the UAE and the 50th tallest in the world.
- The 92-storey residential tower is located in Corniche Area — with direct access to the World Trade Centre (WTC).
- Burj Mohammed Bin Rashid has over 400 residential units that feature 1 to 4-bedroom apartments and 4-bedroom penthouses. The starting cost of renting flats in Burj Mohammed Bin Rashid is AED 78k.
- Completed in 2014, Burj Mohammed Bin Rashid has 622 dedicated parking spots, 13 high-speed elevators, a gym, a kids’ play area, a terrace garden, a recreational hall and a swimming pool.
ADNOC HEADQUARTERS
- Although this is not a residential tower, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) headquarters is the second-tallest building in Abu Dhabi.
- The building stands at an astounding height of 342 metres (1,122 ft).
- This currently holds the rank(s) of the 14th tallest structure in the UAE, the 17th tallest in the Middle East and the 85th tallest building in the world.
- The commercial tower features a parallelogram-shaped base and a double-glazed exterior. It has restrooms, receptions and conference rooms at its southern end.
- The building complex has 67 floors, a Crisis Management Centre, a corniche club and a heritage museum.
THE LANDMARK
- At 324 metres (1,063 ft), the third tallest building in Abu Dhabi has been fittingly named The Landmark (colloquially known as Landmark Tower). This is the 22nd tallest building in the UAE, the 25th tallest in the Middle East and the 124th tallest in the world.
- Located on Corniche Road, the mixed-use building has 77 floors (including five basement levels), out of which 35 are used for commercial purposes, whereas the rest are allocated to residences.
- This is an eco-friendly building with several layered screens and a geometrical shape inspired by the 12-sided dodecagon shape commonly used in Islamic architecture.
- Landmark Tower has a fitness centre, sky garden and restaurants, 997 parking spaces, offices and apartments.
- The rent of apartments in the Landmark Tower starts from AED 75k per annum.
ETIHAD TOWER 2
- Part of the Etihad Towers complex, Etihad Tower 2 is the fourth tallest building in Abu Dhabi — with a height of 305.3 metres (1,002 ft).
- Located on Corniche Road, this Abu Dhabi skyscraper is currently the 30th tallest building in the UAE, the 34th tallest in the Middle East and the 178th tallest in the world.
- Etihad Tower 2 has 80 floors, comprising several apartments for rent. The starting cost of renting apartments in Etihad Towers is AED 79.9k.
- Aside from apartments, the tower comprises parking spaces, a gym, a pool and saunas.
SKY TOWER
- Located in Shams Gate District, Al Reem Island, Sky Tower is the fifth tallest building in Abu Dhabi, 35th tallest in the UAE, 44th tallest in the Middle East and 234th tallest in the world.
- Sky Tower stands at a height of 292.2 metres (959 ft), comprising 74 floors above the ground.
- The mixed-use building has 1 to 4-bedroom apartments, 6-bedroom penthouses and offices.
- Sky Tower also offers easy access to a sports complex, a fitness club, a pool and Shams Boutik Mall.
- The building has several parking spots, a spa and a steam room, among other facilities.
CITY OF LIGHTS TOWER 1
- Next on our list is the City of Lights Tower 1 (also known as City of Lights C1 Tower). Located in the City of Lights, Al Reem Island, this is the sixth tallest building in Abu Dhabi, standing at a height of 282.1 metres (926 ft).
- Besides being ranked as number 6 in Abu Dhabi, this is listed as the 39th tallest building in the UAE, 48th tallest in the Middle East and 284th tallest in the world.
- The 63-floor development offer residential units in studio to 3-bedroom configurations.
- City of Lights offers easy access to a pool, a children’s playground, a gym and parking facilities.
ETIHAD TOWER 1
- Etihad Tower 1 (also known as Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers) is another building from Etihad Towers complex.
- Abu Dhabi’s seventh tallest tower boasts a height of 277.6 metres (911 ft), 69 floors and high-end features.
- Etihad Tower 1 is ranked 46th tallest building in the UAE, 56th tallest in the Middle East and 322nd tallest in the world.
WORLD TRADE CENTRE (WTC) OFFICE TOWER
- Part of the World Trade Centre Abu Dhabi, WTC Office Tower (also called The Trust Tower) is the eighth tallest tower in the capital.
- Spread over 72,000 sq.m, Trust Tower rises 276.6 metres (907 ft) above the ground, boasting leasehold properties and offices.
- The Trust Tower has 60 storeys and is currently the 49th tallest building in the UAE, 59th tallest in the Middle East and 327th tallest in the world.
NATION TOWER 1
- Rising 268 metres (879 ft), Abu Dhabi’s ninth tallest building is a part of the Nation Towers complex.
- This is currently ranked as the 56th tallest building in the UAE, 68th tallest in the Middle East and 384th tallest in the world.
- Connected to tower 2 on the 48th floor, the development has several sustainable features such as low-flow plumbing fixtures and energy-efficient lighting.
- The building features apartments and two-storey lofts. The starting price for rental apartments in Nation Towers is AED 115k per annum.
- Nation Tower 1 offers easy access to several retail and entertainment facilities.
ETIHAD TOWER 3
- Our last building is also from the Etihad Towers complex. Standing 260.3 metres (854 ft) high, Etihad Tower 3 is the tenth tallest building in Abu Dhabi.
- The 60-storey development is the 62nd tallest building in the UAE, 75th tallest in the Middle East and 465th tallest in the world.
FAQs
WHAT ARE THE TALLEST BUILDINGS IN THE UAE?
Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab and Princess Tower are some of the most popular skyscrapers in the UAE.
WHAT KIND OF BUILDINGS ARE THERE IN ABU DHABI? ARE THEY ALL SKYSCRAPERS?
There is a mix of low-rise, mid-rise and high-rise buildings and skyscrapers in Abu Dhabi.
That’s all we have for you – in our list of the top ten tallest buildings in Abu Dhabi. The UAE has multiple skyscrapers, including some of the tallest residential buildings in Dubai.
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