Explore Abu Dhabi in 24 Hours
Things To Do in Abu Dhabi in 24 Hours: What to See and Do in One Day
Abu Dhabi is impressive, with its futuristic city skylines rising from the desert. The Emirati capital may seem like it’s all business, but it’s a lively destination that offers visitors and residents alike plenty of leisurely activities and places to explore. Whether you’re planning your family itinerary for the day or want to show visiting friends or relatives what the city offers, you’ll never run out of things to do in Abu Dhabi in 24 hours. From Ferrari-fueled fun and interactive games to enriching cultural experiences and captivating tours, there’s something here for everyone. This Abu Dhabi 24-hour guide brings together some of the best Yas Island activities in one day, with Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi at the heart of the itinerary. It also includes flexible ideas for the morning, afternoon, and evening, so you can choose what suits your group and make the most of one day in the capital.
One Day in Abu Dhabi: What to Do
Ready to experience Abu Dhabi in 24 hours? Here’s a sample itinerary you can follow, with Ferrari World at the center of the day and flexible options for the evening.
Morning
Kick-start your Abu Dhabi adventure with breakfast on Yas Island, followed by record-breaking rides and Ferrari-inspired experiences.
Fuel up with breakfast at Sidekicks at the the WB Hotel
One of the more pleasant things to do in Abu Dhabi in the morning is to enjoy breakfast with family at Sidekicks at the WB™ Abu Dhabi. The family-friendly, all-day dining restaurant offers a breakfast buffet in a lively Warner Bros.-inspired setting. You may even be greeted by a familiar character during your meal, adding a playful start to your Yas Island itinerary.
Buffet Breakfast: From 7 am – 11 am.
Get the adrenaline going at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
With 40+ thrilling rides and experiences across themed zones, Ferrari World is a massive indoor theme park. It’s not unusual to spend 6 or more hours here to really make the most of your time. The theme park features rides for kids of all ages. Once your children get into the rides, they may want to spend an entire day exploring all the zones.
Formula Rossa
Formula Rossa
Start your Ferrari World experience in the Adventure Zone on the world’s fastest roller coaster launch.
Turbo Track
Ride on Turbo Track and race toward the sky at 63 mph (102 kph), with an exciting zero gravity fall.Flying Aces
Go for the record-breaking Flying Aces, a roller coaster that goes up to 120 kph with the world’s highest non-inverted loop.
Midday
After the early-in-the-day action, it’s time for some lunch, then more adventures after.
Settle in for lunch
Enjoy more rides and experiences
Now that everyone’s appetites have been satisfied, it's time for more fun and thrills at Ferrari World. Start at a relaxed pace with Bell’ Italia, where you can explore mini-Italy in a small-scale 1958 Ferrari 250 California. Take a captivating excursion through Portofino and the Amalfi Coast. Tour the Monza Racetrack, drive past the Colosseum di Roma, cruise through Venezia, and take a trip to Maranello.
Other Ferrari World™ rides to try are:
Evening
With your adventures for the day nearly over, it’s time to wind down for more relaxing pursuits to cap off your day of fun in Abu Dhabi.
Enjoy a relaxing dinner by the marina
No question is more familiar in every excursion than, “Where do we eat?” One of the smartest things to do in Abu Dhabi in one evening is to head to Yas Marina. Set against the Abu Dhabi's Grand Prix circuit and overlooking super yachts, this Yas Island destination has several restaurants and bars.