Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi

Lonely PlanetOct 13

Dubai vs Abu Dhabi: Which City Should You Visit in the UAE?

Just how different are Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Two writers go head-to-head to try and convince you to choose their beloved destination.

will showcase largest cluster of cultural structures

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Saadiyat Cultural DistrictNeighborhoodwill showcase largest cluster of cultural structures
Louvre Abu DhabiMuseumbreathtaking with palm-frond-inspired interior
Qasr Al SarabHoteldesert resort with coffee-drinking hospitality
Sheikh Zayed Grand MosquePlace of worshipmasterpiece of contemporary Islamic design
Capital GateHotelbuilding with the world’s greatest tilt
Masdar CitySuburbbuilt with recycled materials, focused on energy efficiency
Yas IslandNeighborhoodisland dedicated to high-adrenaline fun
Ferrari WorldTheme parkworld’s fastest roller coaster
CornicheSightstroll along the waterfront
Arabian Saluki CentreSightplace for dog-rearing
Falcon HospitalSightplace for bird-husbandry
Liwa OasisAttractionsand dune for storytelling
Elsewhere
Dubai CreekSightDubai, United Arab Emirateswhere the city began, along the creek
Bur DubaiNeighborhoodDubai, United Arab EmiratesThe name is a reference to the traditional separation of the area from Deira by the creek.
Global VillageSightDubai, United Arab Emiratesdeliciously kitschy turbocharged amusement park
Frying Pan AdventuresPlaceDubai, United Arab Emiratesoffers walking tours with focus on immigrant cultures
DeiraNeighborhoodDubai, United Arab Emirates

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 19

A Guide to Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi's Art-Centric Island

Two new museums on Saadiyat Island are bolstering the emirate's bid to be a world-class cultural destination.

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Natural History Museum Abu DhabiMuseumFirst major museum exploring history of evolution.
Zayed National MuseumMuseumCelebrates UAE's history, culture, and natural beauty.
Guggenheim Abu DhabiMuseumUpon completion, it is planned to be the largest of the Guggenheim museums.
AntoniaRestaurantItalianesque trattoria serving pizza and pasta.
Beirut Sur MerRestaurantLebanese spot known for alternative takes on classic dishes.
NiriRestaurantQuietly serving some of the capital's best Japanese plates.
Soul BeachSightHalf-mile strip of white sand behind the Cultural District.
Louvre Abu DhabiMuseumExhibits 600 artifacts in 12 chapters.
Abrahamic Family HouseSightCombines three houses of worship: church, synagogue, mosque.
teamLab Phenomena Abu DhabiMuseumFeatures 17,000 square meters of immersive digital artworks.
Saadiyat IslandNeighborhoodThe project is located in a large, low-lying island, 500 metres (1,600 ft) off the coast of Abu Dhabi island.
Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and VillasHotelGrand dame of the Saadiyat hotel scene.
MatéRestaurantArgentinian Lebanese restaurant with mouthwatering steaks.
Beach HouseRestaurantBuzzes with music and atmosphere, serves Mediterranean-Italian menu.
St. Regis Saadiyat Island, Abu DhabiNeighborhood376-room resort beloved for sea views and dining.
MaziRestaurantGreek restaurant for sharing plates.
Buddha Bar-BeachBarServes sushi with a laid-back vibe.
SontayaRestaurantServes Southeast Asian fare in pretty floating pavilions.
Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island ResortHotelMinimalist design ethos, determined effort at sustainability.
Mare MareRestaurantServes Italian classics alfresco.
Saadiyat Rotana ResortHotelCurves around a glorious palm-fringed pool.
Nasma Beachfront BarRestaurantPull up a bean bag.
Hamilton'sPubGastropub concept.
Si RistoranteRestaurantContemporary Italian.
Roof Bar @Turtle BayRestaurantEnjoys sushi with a view.
Rixos Premium Saadiyat IslandHotelFirst all-inclusive five-star hotel in Abu Dhabi.
Fouquet'sRestaurantFrench fine-dining outpost with lunch and dinner sittings.
Saadiyat Cultural DistrictNeighborhood
Saadiyat GroveNeighborhood
Mamsha Al SaadiyatNeighborhood

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