PLAN YOUR TRIP

At the Sheikh Zayed Festival, you will enjoy the most spectacular drone shows that will light up Al Wathba skies during the opening of the festival, national events such as the celebration of National Day, and New Year's Eve.

Clad in white marble, the beautiful and absolutely mammoth Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is Abu Dhabi's landmark building and by far the most popular sightseeing attraction in the city. The mosque fuses Mameluke, Ottoman, and Fatimid design elements to create a harmonious and thoroughly modern mosque that celebrates Islamic architecture. Artisans used glasswork, mosaic tiling, and intricate carvings to spectacular effect on both the interior and exterior. It was opened in 2007 after nearly 20 years of construction. Able to hold 40,000 worshippers, it is the biggest mosque in the UAE.

The Middle East's most spectacular museum, Louvre Abu Dhabi traces the entire history of humanity's artistic achievements, from the Neolithic right up to the current day. The wealth and diversity of art on display, from ancient Egyptian statuary to famous paintings by Picasso, is mind-boggling, while the museum's contemporary architecture, with its galleries gathered under a vast silver dome, is a reason to visit in itself. As well as the permanent collection, which runs over 12 galleries, several major temporary exhibitions are staged each year.

Desert Safari is one of the most adventurous, thrilling and fun things to do in Abu Dhabi. The most popular day trip or overnight trip from Abu Dhabi city is a desert safari to the south of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. You can go for sand boarding, visit a camel farm, try quad biking, dune bashing, camel riding or dining at the desert under the twinkling stars and enjoy some entertaining shows right at the middle of the desert. Try the mesmerizing and enthralling wadi bashing or dune driving in a 4×4-wheel drive for 20-30 minutes.

Ferrari World is home to Formula Rossa, the fastest roller coaster ride in the world. The gut-churning 2.2-kilometer ride accelerates from 0 to 240 km/h in under 5 seconds. You will need to strap on goggles to protect your eyes at these mind-blowing (pun intended) speeds. And if you want to experience extreme speeds without any risk, there is a racing simulator called Scuderia Challenge. Here you get expert suggestions on how to improve your driving skills. On top of everything, your dream of driving a real Ferrari will come true on your trip to Ferrari World.

Qasr Al Watan is more than a palace, it is a unique testament to the spirit of the United Arab Emirates' people and its leaders. The Palace invites the world to share our culture, knowledge and inspiring journey. Qasr Al Watan is more than just a palace, it is an enriching interactive journey in a contemporary setting that reveals and reflects on governance, knowledge and craftsmanship.