Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Abu Dhabi, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Al Bateen
The Al Bateen area (not to be confused with Al Bateen Airport) is on the western side of the island, stretching along the coast between the InterContinental Hotel and 19th Street. It is... read more
Al Karamah, Al Musalla, Al Mushrif & Al Rowdah
Defined in the north by 11th Street (Al Bateen Street) and to the east and west by 30th Street and 2nd Street (Old Airport Road) the south of the area consists of wide leafy boulevards... read more
Al Khalidiyah & Al Hosn
Al Khalidiyah is the area between 26th and 32nd Streets, stretching down to the Corniche from 11th Street. It is one of the most upmarket areas in the city and its population is largely... read more
Al Maqtaa & Al Matar
These areas form the gateway to Abu Dhabi island, lying at the southern edge of the island, just before the mainland. One of the capital’s most-used and well-known flyovers linking the... read more
Al Markaziyah, Madinat Zayed & Tourist Club Area
This area is bounded by the Corniche, 2nd Street, and 9th Street and contains some of the oldest and the newest parts of Abu Dhabi. It’s an area of superlatives: you’ll find the old... read more
Al Meena
Al Mina (the port) area is an excellent destination for visitors and residents alike. Located on the north-eastern tip of the island, the area is dominated by low-rise apartments and... read more
Al Raha
Located along the Abu Dhabi – Dubai Road (E10) just west of Abu Dhabi Airport, this area includes the new Al Raha Beach development along with Al Raha Gardens on the edge of Madinat... read more
Between The Bridges
Situated just off the island on the outskirts of the city between the roads to Dubai and Al Ain and the airport, this area (also called Bain Al Jessrain) is noted for large independent... read more
Breakwater & Al Ras As Akhdar
The Breakwater is an area of reclaimed land which is entirely man-made, connected by a causeway to the western end of the corniche. Development is almost complete now, with the recent... read more
Corniche & Al Khubeirah
The corniche, seen as the face of the city, runs across the top of the island from east to west. The area has undergone a massive, multi-million dirham redevelopment in recent years, and... read more
