Saadiyat Island · UAE · Nov–Mar

Abu Dhabi

where culture meets the gulf

the air smells of salt and frankincense, white sand between your toes, and the louvre's dome casts dappled light at golden hour

tonight & this week

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stay

Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas
saadiyat island
understated arabian elegance with private beach access
estate
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
saadiyat island
gilded butler-service luxury on the gulf
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Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort
saadiyat island
arabian palace meets modern resort
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Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island
saadiyat island
all-inclusive opulence with turkish bath
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Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas
saadiyat island
family-friendly resort with arabian touches
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eat

NIRI Restaurant & Bar
temple
japanese-peruvian tasting menu with ocean views
book 14d ahead
Catch at The St. Regis
temple
sustainable seafood and live cooking stations
book 7d ahead
The Clubhouse at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
neighborhood
post-round lunch with golf course panorama
book 3d ahead
Tean at Park Hyatt
temple
pan-asian degustation in a serene setting
book 7d ahead
Al Fanar Restaurant & Cafe
neighborhood
authentic emirati dishes like regag bread and harees
book 2d ahead

drink

The Terrace at Park Hyatt
sunset
overlooking the gulf with low lighting
The Library Bar at St. Regis
bar
clubby and refined with leather armchairs
Ray's Bar at Jumeirah
bar
modern and lively with signature cocktails
The Beach Bar at Saadiyat Beach Club
sunset
barefoot chic with sand between your toes
Café Milano at Mamsha Al Saadiyat
cafe
italian-style espresso and pastries on the promenade

late

Louvre Abu Dhabi
evening art soirees and temporary exhibitions under the dome
The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi
intimate performances and jazz nights in a modern hall
Manarat Al Saadiyat
cultural talks, film screenings, and community art events
Saadiyat Beach Club
day-to-night beach club with DJ sets and infinity pool

do

explore louvre abu dhabi
half day
a guided tour of the permanent collection
kayak through the mangroves
2 hours
eastern mangroves guided paddle
play a round at saadiyat beach golf club
4 hours
clubs rented and a post-round drink at the clubhouse
sunset stroll on saadiyat beach
1 hour
bare feet and a cold bottle of water
visit manarat al saadiyat
2 hours
current exhibition and a coffee at the on-site cafe