Abu Dhabi Holidays

Abu Dhabi holidays are gaining in popularity, and it's no surprise why. The capital of the United Arab Emirates has some of the best beaches in the world, but holidays here are about much more. Whether you're looking for a last minute getaway to the Middle East or are booking 2025 or 2026 Abu Dhabi holidays, our selection of resorts and hotels offers the perfect place to stay.

Wondering what to do in Abu Dhabi? You'll be spoilt for choice! Take a cruise of the islands that surround the city, do a spot of deep sea fishing in the Arabian Gulf, go scuba diving in ship wrecks, try your hand at water skiing at Beach Rotana or even travel out into the desert and go sandboarding.

And the fun need not stop there on Abu Dhabi luxury holidays; you can ride a quad bike across the desert, ride horses and camels through the sand dunes, drive a race car at the Yas Marina Circuit, where the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix takes place, and play golf at the world-class Yas Links course. If you would prefer something a little more urban, you will love the shimmering Abu Dhabi Mall, the stunning Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, and of course the exquisite hotels and resorts you will find across the city.

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Abu Dhabi Travel Information

There are daily non-stop flights from the UK to Abu Dhabi.

Currency: UAE dirham
Time difference: (GMT+3)
Flight from UK: 7 hours 20 minutes to Abu Dhabi
Visa:30-day visa issued on arrival
Language: Arabic
National drink: Karak chai
National dish: Machboos
Ramadan: Ramadan restrictions apply between 18 February - 20 March 2026.
Ramadan: Ramadan restrictions apply between 07 February - 08 March 2027.

Alcohol is served in licensed hotels and clubs in the UAE, but it is an offence to drink in public.

Travel Tips & Advice for Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Activities

You can get the best of everything on an Abu Dhabi holiday. Go shopping in the city’s shiny shopping centres, like Marina Mall and Al Wahda Mall, and authentic Arabian marketplaces, such as Souk Al Zafarana and Al Ain Souk. Whiten your knuckles at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, home of the world’s fastest roller coaster. Climb the world’s tallest sand dune, Tel Moreeb, in a 4x4 or explore the Arabian desert in a more leisurely fashion with a camel ride and a barbecue beneath the stars.

Abu Dhabi's sporting calendar is one of the world's richest, with plenty of events and festivals to choose from including Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Abu Dhabi Food & Drinks

Abu Dhabi holidays are ideal for foodies, with eateries running the gamut from independent cafes serving traditional fare to world-class restaurants with menus created by celebrity chefs. The latter often serve Lebanese, north Indian and Persian cuisine, as well as Emirati, while contemporary local seafood dishes such as grilled scallops are popular at the latter.

Shisha cafes are the place to go to soak up the city’s atmosphere, as well as enjoy a flavoured water pipe and a refreshing cocktail. It's no wonder food in Abu Dhabi is considered some of the best in the world!

Abu Dhabi Attractions

There are so many things to see and do in Abu Dhabi. The unmissable sights on luxury Abu Dhabi holidays range from the historic to the bombastic. Qasr Al Hosn is an iconic 18th century fort that was the city’s first permanent building and a royal residence until the 1960s, while the audacious Emirates Palace is the epitome of modern Abu Dhabi’s ambition.

The Corniche offers miles of white beaches and turquoise sea, providing astonishing views of the behemoth buildings that make up the city’s skyline, such as Burj Mohammed Bin Rashid. Don't miss Saadiyat Island's stunning white sandy beach and wealth of cultural attractions and museums including The Louvre, teamLab Phenomena, Abrahamic Family House, Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi and Guggenheim Abu Dhabi which is scheduled to open 2026.

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