11 nifty things to do this week in Abu Dhabi

10 outstanding things to do this weekend in Abu Dhabi

Become your own artist with yoga at the Louvre Abu Dhabi
Already had a paddle? Marvelled at the wonderful collections inside? It’s now time to try artistic yoga at the dome. Taking place outside, practise your poses and push out the stress as you soak up the sunrays at one of the capital’s iconic locations. Classes are Dhs90 but remember to bring your own mat and towel.

Already tried artistic yoga at the Louvre Abu Dhabi? Check other yoga classes here.
From Dhs90. Louvre Abu Dhabi. Saadiyat Island, visitabudhabi.ae/en/events/yoga-under-the-dome (600 56 5566).

Find out who is the best restaurant at The Galleria Al Maryah Island
It’s been all happening this month at The Galleria Al Maryah Island and you’ll be delighted to know the action isn’t stopping for one second. Aside from the 300 stores to browse through, the some 70 restaurants are laying on bundles of deals for hungry shoppers to devour. And when you have ate your fill, show some love to your eatery by casting your vote in The Galleria Diner’s Choice Award for 2021 where you can be in with a chance of winning dining experience at one of 25 locations in the mall. Vote here.
Sat-Wed 10am-10pm. Thu-Fri 10am-midnight. Al Maryah (02 493 7400).

Have a spin with the gals at Stratos
It’s time to put you ladies’ night in motion (literally) at Stratos, Abu Dhabi’s spinning establishment atop the Le Royal Méridien. On Tuesdays ladies can get unlimited drinks when ordering a main course from the à la carte menu. It is really is an all-round good time (sorry, not sorry).

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Tue 8pm-11pm. Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Street (02 695 0490).

Pick up a book at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair
Calling all bookworms. The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is back for a special week of short stories, epic sagas and all novels, manuals and volumes in between. Taking place online, book fans can engage with publishers and enjoy debates, sessions and performances from the comfort their own sofa. But if you still love the feel of the page opposed to a Kindle, visitors can head to the city’s ADNEC to drop and purchase new books. Now where’s our cuppa?
Prices vary. Sun May 23-Sat May 29, times vary. Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Al Arabi Street, Al Khaleej, adbookfair.com (02 599 5276).

Round off the campaign at Cooper’s Bar & Restaurant
370 matches. 992 goals. And it all comes down to one final weekend. Catch all the action on the last day of the Premier League at Cooper’s Bar & Restaurant where guests can get stuck into tonnes of sports deals including two pieces of pulled beef brisket sliders, pickle and onion jam for Dhs44, four pieces of Nashville chicken wings with buffalo sauce for Dhs44 and six pieces of spring rolls with sweet chili sauce for Dhs44. Now those are goal chances that are too good to miss.
From Dhs44. Daily (and during important matches), 4pm-8pm. Pearl Rotana, near Khalifa Park (02 657 3325).

Sisters unite at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
This Tuesday May 25, gals have exclusive access to the thrills and spills of Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. The ladies’ night sees a women-only event celebrating the most beloved female characters from the big screen including Wonder Woman and Harley Quinn. Staff will be all female and tickets are available from Dhs230 on www.wbworldabudhabi.com.
From Dhs230. Tue May 25 6pm-11pm. Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, Yas Island, wbworldabudhabi.com (600 511115).

Stand in awe at Jubail Mangrove Park
Barely a year since opening up to the world, Jubail Mangrove Park has become of the city’s go-to spots to relax, have fun and of course snap a few insta-tastic shots. Visitors can kayak through the mangroves or pound (probably saunter) the three walkways through the area which brings you closer to nature than anywhere else in the capital.

For more of the UAE’s natural spots of beauty click here.
Jubail Island, Abu Dhabi. GPS: 24.545709501430988, 54.48542756671897.

Take a cheeky dip at Nation Riviera Beach Club
Got a day free during the week? Then grab your goggles and suntan lotion and head straight to the Corniche to Nation Riviera Beach Club at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi. Home to a 200-metre private beach, secluded cabanas and a spacious infinity pool, chill, relax and tan (and get some snaps) at one of the most picturesque beach clubs in town.

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Sun-Thu 8am-8pm: Dhs160 (per person), Dhs265 (per couple), Dhs370 (family pass – two adults, two kids between the ages of four and 16), Dhs65 (per kid – four-16 years old). Fri-Sat 8am-8pm: Dhs230 (per person), Dhs345 (per couple), Dhs465 (family pass – two adults, two kids between the ages of four and 16), Dhs85 (per kid – four-16 years old). The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, Corniche West (02 694 4780).

Udon want to miss out on new restaurant UDN
The capital’s first dedicated udon house is open and guests can chomp down on famous dishes from Japan. Go for the noodles and stay for the dessert of little mocha balls and Japanese milk. But don’t forget your card as no paper is accepted here.
Open daily noon-11pm on Old Airport Road, Showroom 1. (050 648 9310).

Watch the sunset at Beach House
Sunset views, beach vibes, the sounds of the sea lapping up against the shore. Sounds dreamy doesn’t it? That’s because it is and you can have this and more with an evening hang at Beach House. Don’t believe us? Check out Time Out’s review here.

Zip around Yas Marina circuit
Decided to take your evening exercise outside? Every Sunday and Tuesday evening, cyclists can don the lycra and helmets and whizz around the world famous Formula 1 circuit. And while you may not be able to hit the regular speeds of Lewis Hamilton and co, it’s still a pretty exhilarating experience to conquer the track.

For more places to hop on your bike in Abu Dhabi click here.
Free. Sun and Tue 5pm-10pm. Yas Marina Circuit, www.yasmarinacircuit.com.