As you holiday at one of the luxury hotels in Abu Dhabi the likes of Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort, you would have the opportunity of exploring many of its attractions. Here are some of the free activities that you can do in this bustling metropolis.

Visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

A popular landmark attraction in Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the most massive mosques in the world with the capacity of housing a massive crowd.

FritzDaCatFront of Sheikh Zayed MosqueCC BY-SA 3.0

Explore Qasr Al Hosn

Discover the rich heritage of Abu Dhabi at Qasr Al Hosn. It is one of the most ancient buildings in the country, with a history that spans over to the 18th century. Once, a watchtower that kept watch over the coastal trade routes, nowadays, it serves as a tourism and cultural destination – explore this artist’s area for free!

Experience Authentic Emirati Culture

Visit Heritage Village – a perfect example of a traditional Bedouin village in Abu Dhabi. Here, you can observe mudbrick houses thatched with palm leaves and other Emirati objects such as swords.

Visit the Al Ain Oasis

Al-Ain Oasis is considered a natural wonder and one of the UNESCO Heritage sites in the United Arab Emirates – explore this massive region for free and marvel at its Falaj system.