Best Family Holiday in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. It is one of the perfect destinations for a family trip. A City full of adventures and hidden gems and all about culture. Abu Dhabi offers families a once in a lifetime experience in every attraction. they take part in to come back home with hundreds of unforgettable memories.

Here is a guide to how to spend the best family holiday in Abu Dhabi.

Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi

Nicknamed “Water’s Greatest Playground” Yas Water world Abu Dhabi is a true gem at the heart of Yas Island Abu Dhabi.

Families can enjoy over 40 thrilling and heart racing rides for all ages. Home to one of the longest suspended rollercoasters in the middle east. Yas Water world’s attractions are grouped into four different categories, The Adrenaline Rush, Young Fun, Moving and Grooving, and Exciting Adventures.

The Fastest of all rides is Lisa Loop. They have also added a new attraction with their very own water cinema in which the theme of the park. “The Legend of the lost pearl” is narrated through a thrilling 12-minute movie and water and lighting effects are also featured in order to make the experience unforgettable.

The Park has won over 13 awards ever since its opening back in 2013. It is a hot spot for tourists from all around the world. Open from 10 AM till 6 PM. Yas water park ticket price of AED 250. Yas Water world promises an unforgettable experience and ensures the best family holiday in Abu Dhabi

Emirates Park Zoo

There is nothing more beautiful than spending the day at a zoo between thousands of animals from all around the world all found in one place; the Emirates Park Zoo located in north-east Abu Dhabi.

A zoo which is home to over 1,700 animals, including a one of a kind pair of white tigers, dozens of zebras, lions, cheetahs, and a 31-year-old Siberian bear.

The Emirates Park Zoo features several attractions such as the wildlife walk, the reptile house, the animal paradise, the bird park, the giraffe park, the flamingo park, and the petting zoo.

Activities include Zoo zip and climb, plenty of fun games, interaction sessions with the beautiful animals, magicians, goat feeding, zebra feeding, and the most fun of all, monkey feeding.

Have breakfast at the zoo while surrounded by giraffes. this experience that will last about two hours and profit from a full day admission into the zoo. you will get the opportunity to grab a selfie with one of the giraffes. and a complimentary environmental tour guide.

Open from 9 AM till 9 PM and with a ticket price of 35 AED for adults and 30 AED for children, with a free pass for children under the age of three, the Emirates Park Zoo guarantees the best family holiday in Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi Ice Rink

Experience an icy experience like never before at the Zayed Sports City Ice Rink Abu Dhabi. An Olympic sized ice rink and perfect for sports and simply enjoying the ice.

For those who have never skated before, coaches are present to guide you and make your experience unique and unforgettable.

The Abu Dhabi Ice Rink is also home to some of the coolest and breathtaking ice skating shows in the region. Some of the top ice skaters showing off their skills and encouraging spectators to take part in this sport and amusement activity.

Ticket prices are AED 45 per ticket and opening hours are from 9 AM till 10 PM. Spending the afternoon at Abu Dhabi Ice Rink will ensure the best family holiday in Abu Dhabi.

YAS Kart Zone

An attraction made for the entire family, Yas Kart Zone, located at the Yas Marina Circuit, gives all members of the family from all ages a chance to race against one another.

There are three different categories to take part in. First, the kids’ category which is for kids age 5 to 7 where they will have access to 8-minute track sessions at the Bambino Karts.

Second, there’s the juniors section for ages 7 to 13 where juniors are given access to 12 minute sessions in Junior Karts. Well, the kids are not the only one’s who will enjoy the adrenaline rush of karting.

Third, there’s the Adults section where adults can challenge themselves and race off like never before and see who will turn out to be the winner.

Training shoes are mandatory to drive one of the karts and high heels or sandals are not an accepted option. No drivers license is needed.

Open 7 Days a week from 9 AM till Midnight. The ticket prices starting AED 120 for adults and AED 80 for juniors and AED 55 for kids. Yas Kart Zone will bring with it the experience of the best family holiday in Abu Dhabi.

Al Wahda Mall

Known as one of the most visited public spaces in Abu Dhabi and opened back in 2007. Al Wahda Mall is the perfect destination for shopping, food, and unforgettable experiences to ensure the best family holiday in Abu Dhabi.

Attracting over 30 million visitors each year and home to more than 350 different brands. the best part is that shopping at Al Wahda mall is affordable and features western and Asian brands. A unique spot for shoppers from all around the world.

There’s even a Kiddy Zone, which stocks various and impressive options of popular toy brands and Little Thinker. Which is a shop that provides products which are designed to enhance a child’s thinking abilities and learning skills.

Let’s not forget the food court which is home to a diverse pool of food options from fast food to traditional cuisine, all in one floor ready to please your taste buds. A trip to Al Wahda Mall will definitely ensure one of the best family holidays in Abu Dhabi.