Places worth the detour in Abu Dhabi

8 places worth going out of your way for lie within 30 km of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, across 5 kinds of detour; theme parks, zoos & aquariums are the largest group (3). Best known: Sheikh Zayed Mosque. 5 of them rank as little-known. Click any card to open it on the map.

Fun & leisure3 Sacred sites2 Ruins & the uncanny1 Built landmarks1 Nature & landscapes1

All 8, ranked 8

Ranked by how many Wikipedia editions cover them.

1.Sheikh Zayed Mosque

Sacred sites · 21st century · Renowned

Grand mosque in Abu Dhabi

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2.Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Fun & leisure · 21st century · Notable

Theme park in Abu Dhabi

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3.Formula Rossa

Fun & leisure · 21st century · Notable

Roller coaster at Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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4.St. Joseph's Cathedral, Abu Dhabi

Sacred sites · 20th century · Hidden gem

Church in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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5.Al Lulu Island

Nature & landscapes · 20th century · Hidden gem

Island in United Arab Emirates

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6.Sheikh Zayed Bridge

Built landmarks · 21st century · Hidden gem

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7.Etihad Park

Ruins & the uncanny · 21st century · Hidden gem

Outdoor music venue and amphitheater in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

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8.Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi

Fun & leisure · Hidden gem

Water park in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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