Abu Dhabi - an oasis of oriental luxury with carpeted greenery in the middle of the desert
In the capital of the eponymous emirate, the cultural, economic, and political life of a compact, but incredibly rich state is concentrated. The chic metropolis with a population of almost 1.5 million contributes more than half to the Arab country's GDP. The growth of Abu Dhabi's prosperity started in 1950, when a huge oil reserve discovered in the region became an impetus for the rapid development of infrastructure.
Surrounded by a harsh desert, "the city -garden" serves as the residence of the rulers, the place of permanent deployment of federal and local institutions. Here is the headquarters of the Supreme Petroleum Council. Inexhaustible to this day, natural energy resources guarantee a stable income, the vast majority of residents are recognized as prosperous even by high Arab standards.
The well-being of the population is provided by the oil industry and the oil refining industry. The country is not focused on receiving tourists, but welcomes travelers cordially, in an oriental way it is benevolent to guests. Especially if visitors do not violate local laws, respect their faith, customs, and way of life.
Associated economic sectors are fishing, cement production, steelmaking. Specific crafts are valued: weaving, spinning, hand embroidery. Fans of unique works created by the hands of hereditary mistresses will be amazed by the elegance of fine workmanship.
Abu Dhabi, the capital of the richest emirate, is recognized as a bright advertisement for the embankment, showing the world a number of spectacular skyscrapers. Their construction showed the talent of outstanding architects. Not far away is a shipyard where Arab sailing ships are being built.
True accomplishments are credited to local landscapers and gardeners. Graceful flower gardens, parks, gardens, squares are created and maintained by caring hands. To see all the green areas, it would be wiser to rent a car. Each green plantation is irrigated with water desalinated by a specific installation.
Abu Dhabi has Zeid Seaport and international airport. Despite the intersection of trade routes, the city of millionaires has not turned into a huge oriental market with cheap goods. The main significance is the administrative center of the UAE, the leading city of the oil-producing state, the residence of the head of the emirate.
You should not think that Abu Dhabi owes its wealth only to oil fields, thoughtful management, well-established education and religious education were of no small importance.
Noteworthy places in Abu Dhabi
In the capital of the richest emirate, ancient objects organically coexist with innovative architectural structures. The Corniche promenade, a favorite walking place for residents and guests of the Arab capital, is adjoined by business districts with stunning buildings. Admiring the grandiose twin skyscrapers of Al-Bahar and the falling high-rise Capital Gate, people pay tribute to builders and designers.
Al-Husn fortress, built in the late Middle Ages, is not inferior to them in splendor. It is worth looking at the modern palace - the residence of the current rulers of Al Ain. It was built for Sheikh Zayed, who turned a fishing village into an earthly paradise in 40 years.
In the palace the first president houses an ethnographic museum and an art gallery. The museum operates a mini-zoo, a visit to which will give real pleasure to children. The veranda adjoining the palace, which gives shade and coolness in the heat, will amaze you with a peculiar microclimate.
The grandiose temple mosque, erected in the Arab capital in 2007, deserves attention. The religious building, striking in its scale, is recognized one of the largest mosques in the world, it can receive up to 7,000 believers for prayer. You can see its splendor from the inside, tourists are allowed into the functioning Muslim temple.
The mosque is crowned with many snow-white domes, the courtyard is lined with ornaments of marble slabs of different colors. According to Muslim canons, there are four minarets 107 meters high each. Two verandas are attached to the main building, within which 1,500 women can pray at the same time.
A giant entertainment center has been set up on Saadiyat Island, to get to it, it’s wiser to rent a car in Abu Dhabi.
A delightful park with huge plantations of date palms, a zoo with rare animals, a water park will distract you from the bustle of the city with many slides, rides, pools. One of the Abu Dhabi islands, linked together by highways, is a mangrove reserve. They travel along it in kayaks, watching flocks of black herons and pink flamingos, in the channels of the park - crabs, rays, octopuses and fish living in the waters of the Persian Gulf.
The best destinations from Abu Dhabi
To admire the exciting camel racing, UAE guests go to the small town of Al Ain, the camel championship takes place annually in December.
Before the race, a beauty contest is mandatory, in which the most attractive "ships of the desert" participate, after the show, it is worth visiting the nearby oriental bazaar with a distinctive atmosphere.
A great trip in a rented car is to visit Mount Jebel Hafeet, a towering rock mass in the middle of the desert. The mountain range is listed as protected by UNESCO. At the foot of the springs beat with thermal water, around which indoor pools, jacuzzis, recreation areas with water slides are arranged.
Just 150 km from Adu Dhabi, sandboarders ride the sand dunes. The desert of Rub Al Khali has suitable dunes. Sir Bani Yas awaits those wishing to visit a truly secluded island. You can get to it by crossing the bay by boat or helicopter.
Resting in the UAE, it is impossible to refuse a trip to Dubai – metropolis full of attractions.
It is worth deciding on a multi-day trip to see the building of the Burj Al Arab, built in the shape of a sailboat, the giant Burj Khalifa, admire the delightful fountains to your heart's content. Dubai has its own twin Emirates Towers, shopping and entertainment centers, the world's largest aquarium.
Dubai's heat doesn't hurt to go skiing indoors ski complex, the area of which is equal to three football fields. A lot of useful information about exotic vegetation will be presented by Mushrif Park. Here, on the coast, an entertainment center Mir is being built - an archipelago that unites copies of the earth's continents.
An alternative to a noisy trip to the three millionth Dubai will be a trip to Sharjah - the third largest emirate, characterized by a calm, measured atmosphere. This state is famous for the strictest rules - alcohol is strictly prohibited. But the prices are much more affordable than in larger Arab cities, and the beaches are located on the coasts of two gulfs: Oman and Persian, for an independent trip to Abu Dhabi it is better to rent a car.
Restaurants with an excellent reputation
It will not be possible to relax in Abu Dhabi catering establishments, spilling alcohol is prohibited in the Emirates. Local restaurants and cafes are visited in order to have a delicious meal while shopping or long walks around the city. Chefs have to work hard to attract not too active visitors.
The cuisine is varied, you can easily find a restaurant serving guests with Arabic, Italian, Chinese, Mexican and even Russian dishes. Almost everywhere, dishes with all kinds of seafood are offered. In small cafes, tourists are happy to order shawarma, national manakish cakes, pieces of fish in batter - briki.
The Abu Dhabi brand of chic is maintained by the restaurant at the Emirates Palace hotel, which serves coffee with a thin golden film.
According to travel lovers, Sofra BLD attracts visitors with the best culinary masterpieces and customer service. The hotel's on-site restaurant serves expertly prepared Arabic and Asian dishes.
The extensive menu offers vegetarian, halal and gluten-free options. Prices 27-110 $.
The Almayass restaurant, located on the territory of the Sheraton Hotel, enjoys reasonable popularity. First-class chefs will prepare Armenian and Lebanese dishes, treat you with cherry kebab, delicious meat delicacies, Beirut hummus. Prices 38-90 $.
Appreciated Cabana Bar & Grill. The restaurant located next to the beach is always full, offering visitors hamburgers, salads, pies. Prices 10-30 $.
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Parking areas
In Abu Dhabi, most parking areas are located along the waterfront. Guests of the Emirates who rented a car in the international Bookingautos system should take this into account. For the opportunity to park, you have to part with 2 dirhams per hour. If parking is planned closer to the center, then 3 dirhams / hour.
Free parking is available at some hotels. Large guest parking at Emirates Palace, United Arab Emirates, City of Abu Dhabi, Corniche Road West Street, underground unpaid parking at Fairmont Bar Al Bahr, Khor Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi. Stopping there, you can walk to the Sheikh's residence and explore the wonderful surroundings.
Things to do in Abu Dhabi as a tourist
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Most popular car class
Mini
Average price
27 € / Day
Best price
19 € / Day
Monthly price chart: Average price per week of rent
January
€196
February
€118
March
€136
April
€141
May
€186
June
€231
July
€248
August
€250
September
€163
October
€124
November
€105
December
€154
* The average cost of renting a car in Abu Dhabi for seven days. The data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.
The best month to rent a car in Abu Dhabi is November. There are fewer tourists and a lot of available cars. You can book a compact class model at a price from €24. This is 31% cheaper than the average during the year.
The best time to rent a car in Abu Dhabi is November. This month, rental prices are minimal, below the annual average by 34%, and start from €24 for a Compact car.
During the summer months in Abu Dhabi - Downtown there is a significant increase in demand for convertible rentals. This causes an increase in prices and the limited choice of such cars. A day of rental Mini Couper Cabrio will cost you €353.
Our rental office in Abu Dhabi can offer you a wide selection of over 40 car models. You can rent exact car model. All cars are new and technically fully functional.
What affects the cost of renting a car in Abu Dhabi? These are three indicators: car class, time of year and rental period. The highest prices are in summer, and the lowest are in autumn and winter. The tariff is reduced if you order the service for a long time. Some specific examples: a compact model Opel Corsa in March-April costs about€24 per day. But book a car right away for a week - and the price will drop to €15 per day. These are standard prices for budget cars. The middle class will cost an average of €43-€39 per 24 hours. This can be Skoda Superb,Ford Foxus Estate or Toyota Rav-4. In Abu Dhabi convertibles can be rented for a minimum of €65. Luxury models raise the bar to €353 per day. Some exclusive cars are valued at more than 400€ per day.
Recently, in Abu Dhabi has seen a rise in demand for electric car rentals. They do not pollute nature and save money. The city has free parking and cheap charging stations. To rent an electric car in Abu Dhabi, select the appropriate filter in the car search and fill in the dates you need. The best option could be VW E-Vision.
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Abu Dhabi car rental tips
Download desired area of Google maps for offline access
All modern smartphones have a GPS function. You can save on the "Navigator" service and roaming charges for the Internet if you download maps in the Google Maps application in advance. Offline maps also support route building and navigation. To download a map - open the area you need by controlling the scale, and enter "ok maps" in the search.
Book in advance
Abu Dhabi is now in ever-increasing demand, which affects the high demand for car rental. By booking online, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises after you arrive at your destination. Both with the car itself and with its rent.
It is better to book a car at least one and a half months before the trip. As the required date approaches, the number of available offers is reduced, and the cost of the remaining models increases. If plans change and the trip is postponed, then you can cancel the rental without any sanctions 2 days before it starts.
Which car to choose for rent
Choose a car according to the purpose of your trip. You can drive around the city and its surroundings in a compact car Renault Twingo or Opel Corsa. These models are the most popular with our customers in Abu Dhabi.
In the mountains, more powerful transport will be required. Pay attention to the volume of the engine - it must be more than 1.6 liters. An all-wheel drive crossover would be ideal. Ford Foxus Estate will cost €36 per day. By the way, before leaving, do not forget to refuel with a margin. On the rises, the fuel goes one and a half to two times more. Gas stations in mountain villages are rare.
What you need to pay attention to when receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance advice
Rental companies in Abu Dhabi may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:
Third Party Liability (TPL)/Third Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Full protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged.
Fuel prepayment terms
When you pick up your car, you may be asked to pay for a full tank of fuel right away. This condition will suit you if you plan to travel long distances. For a couple of trips around the city, you don’t need so much fuel, and therefore it doesn’t make sense to overpay. Pay attention to the fuel policy when booking a car. If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.
Mileage without limits
Before renting a car, you should check with the rental company if there is a limit on the daily mileage for a car. Typically, tourists use a rental car to travel not only around the city, but also to travel to neighboring cities and even countries. If such a restriction exists, it is recommended to choose a rental option where there is no limit. In this case, the total cost of mileage will be lower, since you will not have to pay extra for exceeding the mileage. On our site, in the search results, check the filter "Unlimited mileage" to see the offers you need.
Compare conditions of different rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Abu Dhabi, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
How to choose a rental company
It is recommended to rent a car in trusted companies, that is, in those whose services you have already used. You can also focus on the rating of our site, which is displayed next to the name of the company in the search results.
Ceteris paribus, preference should be given to larger companies that have a high level of service and a large selection of cars. The best rental companies in Abu Dhabi are sixt with an average rating of 9.8 points and budget (rating - 9.7).
Car pick-up procedure
Before signing a car rental agreement, it should be carefully checked for damage and defects. Do not be shy to point out the identified problems and problems - then you will not have to answer for them. When returning, pay attention to the fuel in the tank. Its volume must correspond to that prescribed in the agreement.
Also, do not ignore the phone number provided by the technical support representative when concluding the contract. After all, even the most experienced driver is not insured against a breakdown, accident or other force majeure event. In such a case, contact a specialist before the arrival of the police.
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