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Abu Dhabi is luxury, adventure, culture and tradition
UAE’s largest emirate, Abu Dhabi is a luxurious city boasting everything a modern traveller might crave. From glittering architecture and exquisite hotels to cultural landmarks and picture-perfect beaches, Abu Dhabi will make for a memorable visit.
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With sun all year round, it’s always a good time to visit Abu Dhabi.
With sun all year round, it’s always a good time to visit Abu Dhabi. November through March is peak season, with temperatures between 25-30℃. If you’re visiting for the beaches, October, March and April are the best months as the weather is pleasantly hot.
Late May through August is the hottest period of the year with temperatures over 40℃.
Summer time is the best time to find incredible deals on luxurious hotels and the finest restaurants
Enjoy Abu Dhabi’s crystal-clear water and peaceful beaches
Put the sea and the sun on hold and experience indoor activities from museums to theme parks
Don’t miss out on Abu Dhabi’s finest natural attraction and explore the Mangrove National Park
Enjoy hours of sun, not to mention the breathtaking sunsets
Not feeling adventurous? Why not explore Abu Dhabi’s rich culture
Get up-close and personal with nature on a desert tour you won’t forget
Abu Dhabi offers something for all types of travellers
From cultural sights and Islamic architecture to child-friendly activities and unmissable events, Abu Dhabi boasts more than meets the eye. Let us guide you to your next adventure!
A complete guide for families including kids-friendly sights, activities, restaurants and hotels.
A complete guide to the best couples holiday. Will feature the best hotels (for different types of couples), restaurants, shopping, sights and outdoor activities.
A blog post highlighting all the cultural sights Abu Dhabi has to offer. From UNESCO sites to Islamic architecture and the Louvre, we will feature the biggest cultural sights around.
What to do & see, where to stay & eat on a stopover trip. The structure of the article will be according to the length of the stopover: 1 day, 2 days and 3 days.
Generally, Air New Zealand, Hong Kong Airlines and Etihad Airways fly most frequently to Abu Dhabi from the United Kingdom.
Flights from London 7h 20m. Flights from Manchester 7h 20m.
Abu Dhabi Airport is 17 miles (25 minutes by car) from the centre of Abu Dhabi. The cost of a taxi ride is around £25.
There are a few bus services that leave from the airport. The most efficient service is the A1 Bus Line, the major airport bus service between airport and city. This bus operates 24/7 and takes you to the City Air Terminal (bus stop) in the city.
Additionally, car hire services are a good alternative if you have a valid driving licence.
The local currency is the UAE dirham (AED or Dhs). Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, and foreign currencies can be exchanged in licenced exchange offices, banks and hotels with a valid passport.
£1 = AED 4.4
Here are some average food and drink prices you can expect to find in Abu Dhabi.
 | Meal (Inexpensive restaurant) | £5.8 |
 | Meal for 2 people (Mid-range restaurant, three-course) | £47 |
 | Domestic beer (pint) | £9.4 |
 | Bottle of wine (Mid-range, supermarket) | £16 |
 | Cappuccino | £4.3 |
 | Coca Cola/Pepsi (0.33 litre bottle) | £0.8 |
 | Water (0.33 litre bottle) | £0.3 |
 | Milk (1 litre) | £1.4 |
 | Loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | £1.2 |
Find out more about Abu Dhabi’s “Go Safe Certificate”, a local initiative that will make your stay more safe and pleasant than ever before.
Looking for more peace of mind while travelling? Discover extra safety measured adopted as part of Etihad’s Wellness Programme to ensure you have a most pleasant trip.