Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), offers the best of both worlds. While boasting modern marvels, it also has its array of cultural and historical wonders. If you’re heading to this part of the Middle East, count on this guide, which rounds up the top places to visit in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi’s tourism strategy
Launched in 2021, the Abu Dhabi strategy aims to boost overnight visits to 23 million per year by 2030. A thriving tourism sector means more employment opportunities. Statista predicts that by 2026, this sector could generate about 56,400 jobs in Abu Dhabi.
On track to sustained growth, the emirate’s airports welcomed 10.26 million visitors in the first half (H1) of 2023. This represents a 67 percent year-on-year (YoY) increase. The number of flights also jumped 36 percent, from 49,919 in H1 2022 to 67,835 in the same period last year. The Zayed International Airport, which began operations in the last quarter of 2023, is also expected to boost…