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Abu Dhabi Corniche

Abu Dhabi Corniche is an 8-kilometer waterfront promenade along the UAE capital's coast, the heart of city life. Cycling paths, parks, beaches, restaurants, and views of the bay with its skyline make this the ideal spot for strolling and relaxation at any time of day.

History of the Promenade

The Corniche was developed in the 1970s-80s on reclaimed land as part of transforming a fishing village into a modern metropolis. Renovations in the 2000s added infrastructure: cafés, playgrounds, fountains. Today it's the capital's main promenade zone.

Promenade Structure

The western section features parks, ...

Practical Information

Updated: Jan 6, 2026

Entrance Fee

Free

Promenade free. Corniche Beach 10 AED, Al Sahil section free

Best Time to Visit

Early morning or sunset (avoid midday heat)

Crowd Level

Moderate — comfortable
Official Website

How to Get There

Any bus to city center. Walking distance from downtown hotels. Bike rentals available.

What to Expect

Beach sections (paid and free), Family Park, Heritage Village, restaurants and cafes. Kayak rentals. Electric scooter rentals. Evening light displays on buildings.

When to Visit

Best Time

NovDecJanFebMar

Working Hours

Updated: Jan 6, 2026
Monday06:00 — 00:00
Tuesday06:00 — 00:00
Wednesday06:00 — 00:00
Thursday06:00 — 00:00
Friday06:00 — 00:00
Saturday06:00 — 00:00
Sunday06:00 — 00:00
Note

Public beach free. Family/singles section: 10 AED adults, 5 AED children. Swimming until sunset. Night beach 18:00-22:00 (Fri-Sun until midnight). Best time: Nov-Mar.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Abu Dhabi Corniche

Best for walking/cycling in morning or after sunset (hot midday!). Al Sahil beach section is free. Corniche Beach ~10 AED. Rent bikes from ADCB bikeshare.

Any bus to city center. Walking distance from downtown hotels. Bike rentals available.

Beach sections (paid and free), Family Park, Heritage Village, restaurants and cafes. Kayak rentals. Electric scooter rentals. Evening light displays on buildings.

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Nowweather19°
84%3 м/с
Todayweather23°17°
Tomorrowweather25°17°
Thuweather24°18°
Friweather21°19°
Satweather19°18°
Sunweather21°18°
Monweather21°19°
23°
18°Jan
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19°Feb
28°
22°Mar
32°
26°Apr
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29°May
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31°Jun
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33°Jul
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33°Aug
38°
31°Sep
35°
28°Oct
30°
24°Nov
25°
21°Dec
Water temperature
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