It’s the weekend, and if you’re ready to find out all the very best things to do in Abu Dhabi, read on. Whether you want to watch all the Olympic action, laze by a pool or check out a new bar, we’ve got an activity with your name on it.
Read on for the very best things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend.
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Thursday
Check out this secret bar in the Louvre
Searching for a secret bar weekend (if you know, you know) to enjoy some chilled-out sundowners this weekend? Say hello to (the not-so-secret-anymore) Marta Bar. Tucked away in Fouquet’s, Marta Bar serves up every type of mixed drink you could ask for and it’s the perfect spot for a relaxed date night or a cosy catch-up with friends.
Open Sat-Sun & Tue-Wed noon-12am, Thu-Fri noon-1am. Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island (02 205 4200).
Gear up for a glam ladies’ night (or weekend) out at Barfly by Buddha-Bar
Ladies, are you looking for something awesome to do with the girls this weekend? Look no further than Barfly by Buddha-Bar at Venetian Village. This weekend ladies can enjoy three hours of unlimited drinks for Dhs99. The top ladies’ night deal is running until Saturday July 31 and ladies can also expect cool tunes and a lively vibe. Sounds like our kind of weekend.
Dhs99 (ladies). Thu Jul 29-Sat Jul 31, 8pm-11pm. Venetian Village, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal (056 177 7557).
Tuck into tasty Mediterranean dishes at Medi Terra
Looking to dine out this weekend? Well, if you like excellent Mediterranean food, then you’re going to love what’s on the menu at Medi Terra. Highlights include truffle-cheese fries, beef medallions with creamy mashed potato and a deliciously light tiramisu, and the pretty greenhouse-garden vibe just adds to the relaxed Mediterranean-style experience. Great flavours. Good vibes. Give it a go this weekend. Read our full review here.
Open Sun-Wed noon-11pm, Thu noon-midnight, Fri 10am-midnight, Sat 10am-11pm. Al Bateen (02 633 6366).
Watch all the Olympics action
Golf, swimming, trampolining, fencing, basketball and more – there’s an exciting line-up of events happening at the Olympics this weekend and no doubt you want to know the best places to watch all the Toyko 2020 action unfold here in Abu Dhabi. Well, that’s where we come in. For the full list of places showing the Olympics in Abu Dhabi, head here.
Friday
Grab four tickets for the price of three at Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi
Looking for an incredible indoor theme park to have a blast with three of your favourite people? Gather your gang and head to Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi to meet all your favourite characters and ride some uber-scary rides. The residents’ family and friends deal gets your four tickets for the price of three, and if there are more of you going you’ll get an extra 25 percent off regular prices for extra tickets.
Prices vary. Open daily noon-8pm. Until Dec 31, 2021. Yas Island, wbworldabudhabi.com.
Head to Jebel Hafeet for an alternative dining experience
For something different, why not head to Spot Ni’ma this weekend? The sprawling food truck rest stop at Jebel Hafeet is home to 15 different food carts plus a mini mart. The foodie destination is also surrounded by nature and is just minutes away from Al Ain Zoo, so why not make a day out of it? (You can even hike up or down the mountain on hiking trails, but we wouldn’t recommend it after making your way through the 15 food carts.)
Open Sun-Tue 1pm-midnight, Wed-Sat 10am-2am. Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain, lookforspot.com.
Load up on sushi at Buddha-Bar Beach
Can’t get enough sushi? Book yourself a spot at this uber cool brunch on Saadiyat Island. Starting at Dhs325 you can sip unlimited drinks and gorge on as much sushi as you like. We’re sold.
Dhs325 (soft drinks), Dhs450 (house drinks), Dhs525 (premium drinks). Fri 1pm-4pm, 7pm-midnight. The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort (02 498 8888).
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Saturday
Eat well at the Saturday Street Food Brunch at Li Jiang
Looking for tantalizing Asian street food? Now you can enjoy your Saturdays until the late evening with incredible dishes by Chef Chung. Dig into Korean barbecue, sushi, fried noodles, and many more culinary classics. With an extensive list of Asian-inspired drinks, Li Jiang is all set to spice up your Saturday. Packages are valid for three hours.
Dhs225 (soft) Dhs 360 (house grapes and hops) Dhs480 (mixed drinks and bubbles). Sat 1pm-10pm (3 hours). The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal (02 818 8881).
Get your shawarma on at Mosaic
Hungry for Lebanese food? Mosaic Restaurant in Guardian Towers serves incredible food from the Middle East including shawarma on a plate, platter, or sandwich plus every other dish you can think of (we’re eyeing the mixed grill platter). With a food card packed with Levantine favourites, the only problem you may have is deciding what to eat.
Open Sun-Thu 8am-11.30pm, Fri 1pm-11.30pm. Guardian Towers, Al-Muroor Street (02 234 0202).
Paint your own plate at Art House Café
If you’re looking for a low-key art activity that’s guaranteed to spark your creativity, you should definitely head to Art House Café. For Dhs20 you’ll get your own plate, paints, and brunches. Let your imagination go wild and add your plate to the café’s artsy wall, or take it home with you as a souvenir. While you’re there have a coffee or a snack, talk about art, read, or chill with friends. It’s the ideal weekend hangout spot.
Dhs20, Open daily 9am-midnight. Al Bateen (02 666 0175).
