While you can easily find popular attractions in Abu Dhabi, you also get a few that are not as well-known but are just as captivating; here are some worth adding to your itinerary.
Heritage Village
A great place to soak up some local culture, the Heritage Village in Al Ain provides insights into Emirati life. At this site, you will find palm-leaf houses, a fort, an ox-drawn well and a lively market or souk offering diverse handicrafts and dishes; you can also watch traditional glass blowing, weaving and pottery too.
Sir Bani Yas Island
This island offers some unique sightseeing in Abu Dhabi at its Arabian Wildlife Park with free-roaming animals. Properties here including Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Yamm Villa Resort provide wildlife drives for encounters with cheetahs, giraffes, the Arabian oryx and more; you can also enjoy mountain biking, kayaking and horse riding.
Wadi Adventure
Those looking for adrenaline-pumping thrills will love Wadi Adventure at the base of Jebel Hafit mountain. The over 1,000-metre artificial white-water rafting channels are amongst the main draws here, but there’s much more too; this includes a surf pool and options for wakeboarding, kayaking, water-skiing, kneeboarding and zip-lining.
Bounce Abu Dhabi
Gravity-defying fun awaits at Bounce Abu Dhabi, a trampoline and indoor adventure park in the Marina Mall. Perfect for kids and grownups alike, this site features over 100 interconnected trampolines to jump to your heart’s content! You can also enjoy wall-running, slam-dunking, dodge ball, zip-lining and other action-packed experiences.