Snapshot
United Arab Emirates at a glance
- Capital
- Abu Dhabi
- Population
- 11,027,129
- Area
- 83,600 km²
- Calling code
- +971
- Schengen
- Not in Schengen
- Tap water
- Unknown
- Passport rank
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Explore mapped places within 5 km of Abu Dhabi. Hours and access are shown only when recorded.
8 places to explore. More places may be available in the city.

Etihad Towers is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Opening hours and access details may change. Confirm with the venue before travelling.

Mary, Mother of Jesus Mosque is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Silver Tower (Abu Dhabi) is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Abu Dhabi Investment Authority Tower is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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St. Joseph's Cathedral, Abu Dhabi is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Beach Rotana is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Consider this for a break between the busier parts of your day.
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Nation Towers is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Al Bahr Towers is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Before you step outside
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Arrive with a little context
25.6 km from the city centre · straight line
Compare scheduled-service airports near Abu Dhabi. Distances are measured in a straight line; your journey by road or public transport will be longer.
Live flight times are not available here yet. Check the airport’s official board before travelling.
AUH airport information ↗| Airport | IATA | Distance to city | Plan the next step |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zayed International Airport | AUH | 25.6 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Al Maktoum International Airport | DWC | 91.8 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Al Ain International Airport | AAN | 124.6 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Dubai International Airport | DXB | 132.5 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Sharjah International Airport | SHJ | 149.3 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Ras Al Khaimah International Airport | RKT | 202.1 km | Airport website ↗ |
OurAirports · Public Domain. Airport transfer tool →
Abu Dhabi · OMAA
13451 × 197 ft
ASP13471 × 197 ft
ASPDubai(Jebel Ali) · OMDW
14764 × 197 ft
ASPH6030 × 98 ft
asphaltAl Ain · OMAL
13123 × 148 ft
ASPDubai · OMDB
14275 × 197 ft
ASP14590 × 197 ft
ASPSharjah · OMSJ
13320 × 197 ft
ASPRas Al Khaimah · OMRK
12336 × 148 ft
ASPTravel reference only; not for aviation navigation.
Get around with confidence
Load the available mapped lines. This is a route map, not a live departure board.
OpenStreetMap contributors · ODbL. Route coverage and stop ordering can be incomplete.
Explore the mapped bus, rail, metro, tram and ferry lines serving Abu Dhabi. Available modes depend on the local network. Check today’s departures and tickets with the operator.
Keep exploring
Browse 8 ideas for Abu Dhabi — from things to see and do to food and places to stay. Check current details before booking or visiting.

Etihad Towers is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Mary, Mother of Jesus Mosque is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Silver Tower (Abu Dhabi) is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Abu Dhabi Investment Authority Tower is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

St. Joseph's Cathedral, Abu Dhabi is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Beach Rotana is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Consider this for a break between the busier parts of your day.

Nation Towers is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Al Bahr Towers is one option for your time in Abu Dhabi. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Trip notes are written for MyTripTools from place names, categories and mapped details. Use “Find more” above for nearby food and stays. Maps and supplemental place details: OpenStreetMap contributors · ODbL. Check details with the venue.
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