If it is too hot to step out in the current weather, then Abu Dhabi has the perfect solution for you. Yes, we are talking about the fact that the emirate has opened a new family-friendly night beach at Corniche! It offers free entry and gives residents a reason to stay outdoors long after sunset. Here’s all you need to know about this new stretch of the beach that’s open for families in Abu Dhabi.
New Night Beach Opens At Abu Dhabi Corniche
As mentioned previously, it is located at Corniche and is well-lit and equipped with lifeguards on duty. As revealed in a report by the Khaleej Times, this is complete with first aid services and offers sports courts as well. Whether you want to play volleyball, football, or basketball, they have got you covered with their multiple sports courts.
Open to Visitors Every Day
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Coming to the timings for the Corniche beach, it’s open to visitors and swimmers every day. On weekdays, the timings are from 6 AM to 10 PM, while on the weekends, which include Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, it’s until midnight. It’s truly a new addition to Abu Dhabi’s stretch of golden sands and growing lineup of evening beach destinations. Yes, visitors will get access to 1,000 m² of swimming area. As it happens, this is from gates 4 to 6, and they will get to enjoy the cool evening breeze as they walk on the warm sands, taking in the beautiful setting sun.
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Marsana Beach Opened In July
But this is not the only beach that offers night swimming. Back in July, Marsana Night Beach was also opened in Hudariyat Island. It was launched in the summer season and offered moonlight swimming, cosy lounging and dining options. However, it wasn’t free, unlike this one! Yes, a fee of AED50 was applicable on weekdays, while on the weekends, it was AED100 for adults. However, children under the age of six can enter for free.
Not just Abu Dhabi, Dubai also has a couple of night beaches, and they’re in Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah 3, and Umm Suqeim 1. These are also designed in such a way that they are fully accessible to people of determination.
If you are in the mood for some night swimming or just want to take a walk by the beach, once the sun goes down, you know where to head!
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