The Corniche is Abu Dhabi’s seaside promenade, and is popular with both residents and tourists. It stretches for about 6.4km and has recently undergone major redevelopment. You can drive along the Corniche Road, but the best way to see it is to walk, cycle or jog along it.
If you take a stroll along the Corniche, you’ll be able to admire the modern skyscrapers and luxurious hotels on one side of you, and gaze out across the beautiful crystal blue waters on the other side of you towards Lulu Island. You can sit on one of the many benches along the route and relax whilst watching the dhows (traditional Arab boats), or even head out onto the water yourself on a dhow cruise.
In 2008, a new stretch of beach alongside the Corniche was opened to the public. The beach has designated swimming areas and four beach volleyball courts, as well as shaded seating areas. There are also play areas for children and landscaped gardens nearby. Abu Dhabi Corniche Beach is open from 7 a.m. until midnight, and there is a small admission fee.
There are many hotels alongside and near to the Corniche, and in the next post in this series, we’ll be taking a look at some of them.
However, if you want to find out more about Abu Dhabi in the meantime, you can find links to previous posts in this series below:
- Exploring Abu Dhabi – Emirates Heritage Village: learn more about this popular tourist attraction.
- Exploring Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi Overview: this post contains key information about Abu Dhabi and the other United Arab Emirates.
- Airport Guides – Abu Dhabi International Airport: essential information about the airport for anyone booking flights to Abu Dhabi.
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