3 days in Abu Dhabi & Dubai Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Thu): buy something for everyone on your list at Marina Mall, steep yourself in history at Heritage Village, then kick back and relax at Corniche Beach, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

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The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Abu Dhabi. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in January, and nighttime lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Dubai.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Fri): zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure, then enjoy breathtaking views from Burj Khalifa, and then buy something for everyone on your list at The Dubai Mall. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Sat): slough off your stress at Turkish baths, kick back and relax at Jumeirah Public Beach, and then take an in-depth tour of Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort.

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Traveling by car from Abu Dhabi to Dubai takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and subway; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in January, and nighttime lows around 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) so you can drive back home.