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Looking for things to do this spring break? These Abu Dhabi attractions are currently open and welcoming visitors
Spring break has arrived and if the kids are bouncing off the walls, you are probably looking for somewhere to take them. While things across the region remain a little unpredictable right now, several of Abu Dhabi’s biggest attractions are open and welcoming visitors. From roller coasters and water slides to aquariums and museums, here are the places you can still visit across the capital.
Ferrari World Yas Island
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If you have ever wondered what it feels like to be shot out of a cannon in a red sports car, this is the place. Ferrari World is home to Formula Rossa, the world’s fastest roller coaster, plus family rides, simulators and plenty of reasons to scream and laugh in equal measure.
Location: Ferrari World, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Times: 10am to 7pm
Cost: From Dhs345
Contact: (02) 496 8000
Yas Waterworld Yas Island
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This is where Abu Dhabi goes to cool off when the sun decides to turn up the heat. Expect twisting slides, wave pools and the kind of rides that leave your hair soaked and your cheeks sore from smiling.
Location: Yas Waterworld, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Time: 10am to 6pm
Cost: From Dhs295
Contact: (02) 496 8000
Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi
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Step inside and suddenly you are wandering through Gotham City, bumping into Bugs Bunny or watching Scooby-Doo cause chaos. It is all indoors, which means the air-conditioning works overtime while you chase rides, shows and cartoon nostalgia.
Location: Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Time: 11am to 7pm
Cost: From Dhs345
Contact: (02) 496 8000
CLYMB Abu Dhabi
If the idea of climbing a wall the height of a building sounds like fun, CLYMB is your playground. The venue has dozens of climbing routes and the world’s largest indoor skydiving flight chamber, where you can float like a superhero without jumping out of a plane.
Location: CLYMB Abu Dhabi, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Time: 12pm to 9pm
Cost: From Dhs215
Contact: (02) 208 6888
The National Aquarium
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The National Aquarium is one of the Middle East’s largest and most captivating underwater worlds. Walk through tunnels with sharks and rays gliding overhead, and watch kids press their noses to the glass in wide-eyed wonder. There are 46,000 animals across 10 zones, from playful tropical fish to graceful rays, all looked after by a dedicated team of experts. It is effortlessly educational, endlessly fascinating, and a hit with the whole family.
Location: The National Aquarium of Abu Dhabi, Rabdan, Al Qana
Time: 10am to 10pm
Cost: Dhs110
Contact: (02) 418 6666
The Butterfly Gardens
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Thousands of butterflies drift through the warm air here, landing on flowers and sometimes your shoulder if you are lucky. It is calm, colourful and surprisingly magical, especially if you slow down long enough to watch the tiny wings at work.
Location: Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi, Al Qana
Time: 10am to 10pm
Cost: Dhs55
Contact: (02) 418 6666
Adrenark Adventure
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This indoor adventure park is built for people who like their fun with a little bit of adrenaline. Think rope courses, climbing walls, trampolines and obstacle challenges that test your balance, bravery and sense of humour.
Location: Adrenark Adventure, Al Qana, Abu Dhabi
Time: 10am to 10pm
Cost: From Dhs141
Contact: (02) 418 6620
Zayed National Museum
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This museum tells the story of the UAE through the life and legacy of Sheikh Zayed, the country’s founding father. Galleries explore everything from the desert landscape to the traditions and ambitions that shaped the nation.
Location: Saadiyat Cultural District, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
Time: 10am to 8pm
Cost: Adults: Dh70; UAE university students (with valid ID): Dh35; UAE-employed teachers (with valid ID): Dh35
Contact: (600) 565566
Louvre Abu Dhabi
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The famous dome still stops people in their tracks before they even reach the galleries. Inside, the museum moves gracefully through centuries of human creativity, from ancient artefacts to works by some of the world’s most celebrated artists.
Location: Saadiyat Cultural District, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
Time: 10am to 6.30pm (Tue to Sun)
Cost: Dhs63 general admission, Dhs35 reduced
Contact: (060) 056 5566
teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi
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This digital art experience feels like stepping into someone’s imagination. Rooms glow, colours shift and interactive installations respond to movement, turning visitors into part of the artwork.
Location: Saadiyat Cultural District, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
Time: 10am to 7pm
Cost: Dhs150
Contact: (060) 056 5566
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