3-day itinerary · Abu Dhabi
3 Days in Abu Dhabi: First-Time Highlights
This plan suits first-time visitors looking for a mix of sightseeing, culture and desert activities. Palace and museum visits anchor the itinerary, alongside guided city perspectives and two contrasting desert experiences. The city tours may overlap in their landmark coverage.
Customize this with AIDay 1: City highlights and palace halls
Start with guided sightseeing, explore a palace and finish with an evening perspective on the city.
Morning
Abu Dhabi Half Day Guided City Tour - Sharing Experience
Join a guided introduction to the city's heritage, culture and iconic attractions to establish your first-time bearings.
Afternoon
Qasr Al Watan Entry Ticket in Abu Dhabi
Explore Qasr Al Watan's grand halls and architecture for a closer look at one of the city's cultural highlights.
Evening
Abu Dhabi Night City Tour – Private Premier Evening Experience
Admire illuminated architecture on a night city tour, adding an evening perspective to your introductory sightseeing.
Day 2: Museums and desert adventures
Pair museum exploration and immersive art with an evening of desert activities.
Morning
Entrance Ticket to the Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi
Explore the Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi, giving art and museum discovery a dedicated place in your highlights itinerary.
Afternoon
Teamlab Phenomena Abu Dhabi Tickets
Experience teamLab Phenomena's immersive attraction for a contrasting approach to the day's cultural exploration.
Evening
Abu Dhabi: Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
Try camel riding and sandboarding on a desert safari, balancing city culture with outdoor adventure.
Day 3: Desert sunrise and city discovery
Watch a desert sunrise before returning to guided sightseeing and souk exploration.
Morning
Abu Dhabi: Sunrise Desert Safari Experience
Watch sunrise in the desert, making the landscape itself the focus after yesterday's activity-led safari.
Afternoon
Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off with Sheikh Zayed Mosque Tour
Use the hop-on hop-off tour to explore city sights, choosing where to linger as your familiarity grows.
Evening
Abu Dhabi Top 15 Must-See Attractions with Grand Mosque and Souks
Explore landmarks and souks with a guide, rounding out your first visit with additional cultural context.
Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.