As the capital city of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi is teeming with wonders, monuments, and activities that shed light on the region’s identity, history and culture. While 5 days might not seem enough to explore all the city has to offer, you can still learn and experience plenty by visiting these 5 iconic places during your 5-day stay.
Qasr Al Hosn Fort
This exhibition centre focuses on the historical events of Abu Dhabi and is the oldest exhibition in the city. It presents a detailed and interesting narration of the city’s past with the aid of various photographs that bring several of the historical events to life. The stories focus on Abu Dhabi’s transformation and the influence of Emirati tradition and culture.
Qasr Al Watan
This is the Presidential Palace and heritage structure that speaks to the grand leadership of the UAE. Featuring impressive architecture and infrastructure, the palace features opulent hallways, a library with over 50,000 books and various memoirs of past leaders. Taking a tour of the palace is the best way to explore its majestic interiors and learn about the UAE’s past rulers.
Louvre Abu Dhabi
This is the first art and civilisation museum in the UAE, just a short distance from the many serviced apartments in Abu Dhabi, and features 23 gallery buildings along with a children’s museum. It emphasizes the preservation and appreciation of culture and history with a collection of over 600 masterpieces and exhibits that tell the story of human civilisation and its multiple cultures.
Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque
This is one of the most iconic landmarks in Abu Dhabi and one of the largest mosques in the world, located just 15 minutes from the Oaks Liwa Executive Suites. You can take a guided tour of around one hour and explore the mosque’s architectural wonders and decorative highlights including the world’s largest loomed carpet, chandeliers made of brass, gold and crystal, and more.
Falcon Hospital
The Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital is the first of its kind and the largest falcon hospital in the world. It also features a Falcom Museum that educates visitors on the significance of the falcon as the UAE’s national bird and its strong ties to Arab culture.
