Been wishing for a quick break, but your boss keeps saying, “Next month, maybe”? Don’t worry, you don’t need a week off to recharge. All you need is 72 hrs to spend! This weekend can be a perfect excuse to book your tickets to Abu Dhabi and take that much-awaited trip filled with adventure, culture and surprises. And here’s a quick 3-day Abu Dhabi Itinerary to help you avoid last-minute panic!
3-Day Abu Dhabi Itinerary
Day 1: Speed, Splash & Sunset Vibes On Yas Island
Kick off your day 1 at Ferrari World Yas Island. Turn your morning into a dose of adrenaline and Italian flair collide. Strap in for the world’s fastest roller coaster, Formula Rossa, or take a loop on Flying Aces if you dare. There’s so much family-friendly fun awaiting you in here!
Take a quick pitstop at Gran Tour Emilia, a new Italian gem that serves the best Italian delicacies. Their Cappelletti Cacio e Pepe and Tortelli Ricotta e Spinaci are crowd favourites.
If your heart isn’t filled with adrenaline yet, Yas Waterworld should be your next stop! With slides like Mataha Madness, wave pools, and lazy rivers, it’s the perfect spot to cool off, but with an equal blend of thrill for you. Tired already? Relax at Jiwan Oasis and soak up the sun.
End your day with dinner and a stroll at Yas Bay Waterfront or Yas Marina. Both spots are lively, filled with restaurants, bars, and live music.
Day 2: Oceans, Icons & Cultural Moments
Start your second Day exploring SeaWorld® Yas Island. It’s an immersive world of marine life in Abu Dhabi that features a new showstopper flaunting tech and storytelling. Next up, the SeaVenture Walking Tour. Meet adorable penguins, or ride the high-flying Manta Coaster.
Hungry? View Café serves the best dishes along the side of sea views!
You have to check out Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island when you visit Abu Dhabi. From Gotham City to Bedrock, walk through six themed lands and meet your favourite characters.
Before calling it a night, visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and witness marble domes glow in gold hues during the sunset and the reflection pools shimmer under the night sky.
Day 3: Art, Architecture & Coastal Calm On Saadiyat Island
teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, an interactive digital art museum, is your next stop. It’s another immersive venue in Abu Dhabi where light and motion react to your presence. It feels less like a gallery and more like walking inside a dream.
Then move towards Louvre Abu Dhabi and wander through timeless art collections under the stunning dome, where sunlight filters through like stardust.
Head to Mamsha Al Saadiyat, a beachfront promenade. If you feel the hangry mode coming up, you can simply visit the nearby cafes lined up at the promenade.
End your trip on a royal note at Qasr Al Watan, the UAE’s Presidential Palace. Explore its opulent halls and catch the Palace in Motion light show if timing allows.
But, if you have already been on your feet for the day and just want to end your night asap? Grab an ice cream and take a sunset stroll along Corniche Beach to wrap up your 72-hour escape.
Budget Breakdown (Keeping It Real)
- Flights: Reasonably priced round-trip fares from most Indian cities.
- Stay: Comfortable mid-range hotels and luxury island resorts are widely available, depending on your style.
- Transport: Getting around is easy with taxis, ride-hailing apps, and free Yas Express shuttles across the island.
- Food: Whether you stick to cafés or splurge on fine dining, the city caters to every kind of traveller.
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Why This Trip Works
You’ll go from roller coasters to mosques, beaches to art museums, all without rushing or overspending. Abu Dhabi manages to pack in culture, thrill, and calm like no other destination. So go ahead, book that weekend. You’ve earned it.
Cover Image Courtesy: Yas Island/Website
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