Abu Dhabi is really a constellation of islands and districts, each with its own personality. Here's what each one is actually for.
11 place guides, with more added weekly.
Four major theme parks, F1, Yas Bay and shuttles — plan it as a destination, not one giant attraction.
Louvre, Zayed National Museum, Natural History Museum, teamLab, beaches and Mamsha.
Eight kilometres of waterfront, separate walking/cycling paths and a 2km lifeguarded beach.
Oases, Jebel Hafeet, the zoo, and how to visit as a day trip from the capital.
Towering dunes, Moreeb Dune, and how to visit the edge of the Empty Quarter safely.
Abu Dhabi's business and design district, home to the Galleria mall and a growing hotel scene.
A mostly residential island with a growing waterfront dining and cafe scene.
Cycling, Surf Abu Dhabi, 321 Sports, beaches, family adventure and a fast-changing new leisure district.
Marsa Al Bateen, a quieter public beach, maritime context and an easy waterfront meal away from the headline sights.
A self-guided sustainable-city stop near the airport with PRT pods, shaded streets and free parking.
A 3km waterfront boardwalk anchored by Etihad Arena, restaurants, nightlife and Hilton.
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