Abu Dhabi Corniche Holidays
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The heart of Abu Dhabi — an 8km waterfront promenade with the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the finest city skyline in the Gulf and the best luxury city hotels in the UAE
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Flight Time
7h from UK (direct)
Best Time
November to March
Country
Abu Dhabi
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Corniche Holiday Guide
The Corniche is the heart of Abu Dhabi — the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is the most beautiful mosque in the world, the Emirates Palace is iconic and Qasr Al Watan is extraordinary. The 8km waterfront promenade is the finest in the Gulf.
The best base for exploring Abu Dhabi city. 45 minutes from Dubai, 20 minutes from Saadiyat Island.
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Average Temperatures
Jan
24°C
Feb
25°C
Mar
29°C
Apr
34°C
May
39°C
Jun
41°C
Jul
43°C
Aug
43°C
Sep
40°C
Oct
36°C
Nov
31°C
Dec
26°C
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Call 01282 960 460Top 8 Things To Do in Corniche
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Qasr Al Watan and the magnificent 8km waterfront that make the Corniche the heart of Abu Dhabi.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is the most beautiful mosque in the world — a breathtaking white marble structure with 82 domes, over 1,000 columns, the world's largest hand-knotted carpet (5,627 square metres) and the world's largest chandelier. The mosque can accommodate 41,000 worshippers and is open to non-Muslim visitors. The best time to visit is at sunset when the marble glows golden, or at night when the mosque is illuminated.
Emirates Palace
The Emirates Palace is the most iconic hotel in Abu Dhabi — a vast, golden-domed palace hotel on the Corniche with 394 rooms and suites, 1.3km of private beach, 11 restaurants and bars, and a spa with 92 treatment rooms. The hotel is one of the most expensive ever built and is the finest example of Arabian luxury architecture in the world. The Afternoon Tea at the Emirates Palace is a legendary Abu Dhabi experience.
Qasr Al Watan
Qasr Al Watan (Palace of the Nation) is the Presidential Palace of the UAE — a magnificent white marble palace opened to the public in 2019, with extraordinary architecture, a world-class library, an exhibition on UAE governance and the most spectacular light show in the Middle East (the Palace in Motion show, held nightly). It is one of the finest palace museums in the world.
Corniche Beach
The Corniche Beach is Abu Dhabi's most popular public beach — a beautifully maintained stretch of white sand along the Corniche promenade, with calm, clear water, lifeguards, changing facilities and a pleasant promenade of cafes and restaurants behind. The beach is divided into family sections and mixed sections. The views of the Abu Dhabi skyline from the beach are extraordinary.
Heritage Village
The Heritage Village is a reconstructed traditional Emirati village on the Corniche — a living museum of pre-oil Abu Dhabi life, with traditional houses, a souk, craft demonstrations (pottery, weaving, metalwork) and displays of traditional Emirati culture. The village is free to enter and is one of the most atmospheric cultural attractions in Abu Dhabi. The views of the Corniche and the modern skyline from the village are striking.
Luxury City Hotels
The Corniche has the finest collection of luxury city hotels in Abu Dhabi — the Emirates Palace (iconic), the St Regis Abu Dhabi (finest views), the Rosewood Abu Dhabi (most stylish), the Jumeirah at Etihad Towers (most dramatic architecture) and the InterContinental Abu Dhabi (best value luxury). All are within walking distance of the Corniche promenade and the main city attractions.
Dining & Cafes
The Corniche has an excellent dining scene — the Bord Eau restaurant at the Shangri-La, the Hakkasan at the Emirates Palace and the Cipriani at the Yas Marina are all exceptional. The Corniche promenade has a pleasant selection of cafes and casual restaurants. The Abu Dhabi Corniche is particularly atmospheric in the evening when the city is illuminated and the temperature drops.
Practical Tips
The Corniche is the most convenient base for exploring Abu Dhabi city — the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (15 minutes), Qasr Al Watan (10 minutes), the Heritage Village (on the Corniche) and the main shopping malls are all easily accessible. The Corniche is 45 minutes from Dubai and 20 minutes from Saadiyat Island. November to March is the best time to visit.
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