Complete 15-day guide to Abu Dhabi & Dubai, United Arab Emirates with Top attractions and Hidden Gems and For kids

Day 2 starts at Qasr Al Watan at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore this stunning palace. Travel by taxi for a 15-minute ride (~25 AED) to Emirates Heritage Village, arriving by 11:30 AM for a 90-minute visit. Next, take a 10-minute taxi ride (~15 AED) to Abu Dhabi Corniche, where you can relax and stroll from 1:30 PM for 2 hours. Enjoy a balanced day of culture and leisure.

Start Day 3 at Yas Island at 9 AM - allow 4 hours to explore. Next, take a 10-minute taxi ride (~AED 30) to Ferrari World Yas Island, arriving by 1:30 PM for 3 hours of thrilling rides. Around 5 PM, take another 10-minute taxi (~AED 30) to Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island for the final 3-hour adventure. All attractions are conveniently located close to each other.

Start Day 4 at Jebel Hafit Desert Park - Pura Eco Retreat at 9 AM (allow 2 hours). Travel to Al Ain Oasis by hired car or taxi, taking approximately 1 hour (~$50). Arrive at Al Ain Oasis by 11:30 AM - explore for 2 hours. At 2 PM, head to The Galleria Al Maryah Island; it’s a 1.5-hour drive (~$40). Enjoy shopping and dining until evening.

Day 5 starts at Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore this unique facility. Take a 15-minute taxi ride (~AED 30) to KidZania Abu Dhabi by 11:30 AM and enjoy fun activities for 2.5 hours. Finally, head to the UAE Pavilion at 2:30 PM, a quick 10-minute taxi ride (~AED 20) for another 2 hours of cultural immersion.

Day 1 starts at Burj Khalifa at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for the visit. Travel 10 minutes to Dubai Mall by taxi (approx. $10 AED) for shopping and lunch from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Head to The Dubai Fountain at 3 PM, just a 5-minute walk, to enjoy the show for 30 minutes.

Start your day at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Travel via taxi (about 10 minutes, ~$15 AED) to Dubai Marina at 11:30 AM - spend 1.5 hours enjoying the sights. Finally, take a 15-minute taxi ride (~$20 AED) to Jumeirah Beach at 1:30 PM and relax for 2.5 hours, soaking up the sun.

Day 3 begins at Burj Al Arab at 9 AM - allow 30 minutes for photos. Next, take a 10-minute taxi (~$15 AED) to Dubai Frame at 10 AM - spend 90 minutes exploring. Finally, head to Global Village at 12 PM - a 20-minute taxi ride (~$30 AED) where you can enjoy 4 hours of attractions and cultural experiences.

Day 4 starts at Ski Dubai (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for snow activities. Take a 10-minute taxi to Wild Wadi Waterpark Jumeirah by 11:30 AM (approx. $15 AED) - spend 4 hours enjoying the rides. Finally, take a 15-minute taxi to Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood at 4 PM (approx. $15 AED) - allow 1.5 hours to explore the heritage site.

Day 5 begins at The Museum of the Future at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Take a 10-minute taxi ride (~$10 AED) to La Mer beach, arriving by 11:30 AM; enjoy 2.5 hours of relaxation and cafes. At 2:30 PM, head to Kite Beach, just a 5-minute taxi ride (~$7 AED), for 2 hours of beach activities.

Day 6 in Dubai starts at The Green Planet Dubai at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore this indoor rainforest. Travel to Dubai Dolphinarium next, a 15-minute taxi ride (~AED 25), arriving by 11:30 AM for another 2-hour visit. Afterward, head to The Ripe Market at Academy Park at 2 PM via a 10-minute taxi ride (~AED 15), enjoying artisan foods and crafts until 4 PM.

Start at Dubai Opera at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for the tour. Travel 15 minutes by taxi (~AED 25) to OliOli® at 11:30 AM for another 2 hours of fun. Next, head to Alserkal Avenue at 2 PM, just a 10-minute taxi ride (~AED 20). Enjoy a balanced day mixing culture, play, and art!

Day 8 starts at City Walk at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore shops and dining. Take a short 10-minute taxi ride (~AED 20) to Lost World Aquarium at Aquaventure World by 11:30 AM for 2 hours of marine fun. Afterwards, enjoy another 15-minute taxi ride (~AED 25) to Dubai Garden Glow - Dinosaur Park & Fantasy Park at 2 PM, allowing for 2 hours of imaginative experiences.

Start at The Museum of the Future at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Travel to Skydive Dubai at 11:30 AM via taxi, taking about 20 minutes (~AED 30). Enjoy an exhilarating 3-hour skydive experience. Afterward, head to the Dubai Butterfly Garden at 3 PM - a 20-minute taxi ride (~AED 30). Spend 2 hours enjoying the vibrant butterfly exhibits.

Day 10 starts at Virtual Reality Park at Dubai Mall at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for an immersive experience. Travel 10 minutes by taxi (~AED 15) to Dubai Ice Rink, arriving by 11:30 AM for 90 minutes of skating fun. Post skating, take a 15-minute taxi ride (~AED 20) to Ras Al Khor at 1:30 PM - enjoy 2 hours of wildlife watching in this beautiful sanctuary.