Yas Island · Full day
Ferrari World
An indoor theme park under the sign of Ferrari, beneath the red roof of Yas Island.
From 322 AED per personDetails →
Abu Dhabi
Indoor Attractions in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is an excellent destination for an air-conditioned day: the big parks of Yas Island, museums and aquariums are all inside enclosed buildings. It is a convenient solution for summer, and for any day when the heat does not cooperate. If you are looking for indoor things to do in Abu Dhabi, you will find a selection here.
On this page we have gathered the indoor attractions in Abu Dhabi that you can book with us. A current price appears on every ticket, and the ages and safety requirements appear on every ticket, so you can check before booking.
Type
Yas Island · Full day
Warner Bros. World
An indoor park with the superheroes and cartoon characters of Warner Bros. Especially good for families.
From 323 AED per personDetails →
Yas Island · Full day
SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
An indoor marine park: huge aquariums, shows and rides, from the poles to the open ocean.
From 346 AED per personDetails →
Saadiyat · 1.5–3 hours
TeamLab Phenomena
A museum of digital art that you walk into: light, water and movement all around you.
From 142 AED per personDetails →
Saadiyat · New
Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi's new natural history museum, with enormous dinosaur skeletons. A strong draw for families.
From 119 AED per personDetails →
Saadiyat · 2–3 hours
Zayed National Museum
The national museum of the United Arab Emirates, which opened in December 2025. The story of the land and its people, from antiquity to the present day.
From 71 AED per personDetails →
Al Qana · 2–3 hours
The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi
A vast aquarium at the Al Qana complex, with sharks, sea turtles and an underwater tunnel. A convenient stop on the way from Dubai.
From 92 AED per personDetails →
Al Reem Island · 2–4 hours
Snow Abu Dhabi
Real snow in the heart of Abu Dhabi. Sledges, a train, a carousel and a snow-covered tree house, at minus 2 degrees, with warm clothing handed out at the entrance.
From 195 AED per personDetails →
Ras Al Akhdar · A meal or tea at the palace hotel
Emirates Palace: Dining and Afternoon Tea
Abu Dhabi's famous hotel, with domes, gold and chandeliers. You don't need to stay the night to go in: book a meal, afternoon tea or a gold cappuccino.
From 258 AED per personDetails →
Al Qana · 1–2 hours
Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi
Two air-conditioned glass domes at Al Qana, with more than 10,000 butterflies flying freely around you. Inside there are also sloths, binturongs, a caiman and a koi pond.
From 54 AED per personDetails →
Al Qana · Half a day
Adrenark Adventure Park
A covered, air-conditioned adventure park at Al Qana, with about 20 experiences: climbing walls, rope courses, an air-bag jump, a zip line and a karting track on three levels.
From 160 AED per personDetails →
Yas Mall · Half a day
KidZania Abu Dhabi
A small, child-sized city inside Yas Mall. Children choose a profession, put on a uniform, work and earn the city's own money. More than 40 activities, from a fire station to an animation studio.
From 114 AED per childDetails →
The Corniche · 1–2 hours
Observation Deck at 300, Etihad Towers
A round glass lounge on the 74th floor of Etihad Towers, 300 metres above the city. You look out over the Corniche, the gulf and Emirates Palace, with tea or coffee in front of the view.
From 235 AED per personDetails →
Abu Dhabi · 60-minute massage
5-Star Luxury Spa at Marriott Hotel Downtown Abu Dhabi: 60-Minute Massage, Sauna and Steam Room
A one-hour aromatherapy or deep tissue massage, sauna and steam room access, a welcome drink, and dark chocolate with dried fruit, at the spa of Marriott Downtown.
From 373 AED per personDetails →
Indoor parks on Yas Island
Ferrari World is an indoor amusement park themed on Ferrari, under the red roof of Yas Island. Warner Bros. World includes superheroes and cartoon characters, and suits families especially. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is an indoor marine park with giant aquariums, shows and rides. KidZania Abu Dhabi is a small child-sized city inside Yas Mall.
Culture, art and museums
The Louvre Abu Dhabi is an art museum under a giant lace-like dome over the water, and it also has a children's museum. teamLab Phenomena is a museum of digital art that you walk into, with light, water and movement around you. The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi includes giant dinosaur skeletons, and the Zayed National Museum tells the story of the country and its people.
Animals, snow and adventures
The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi at Al Qana includes sharks, sea turtles and an underwater tunnel. At the Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi, butterflies fly freely in air-conditioned glass domes. Snow Abu Dhabi offers real snow, and the Adrenark adventure park includes climbing walls, rope courses and karting on three floors.
A lounge with a view
Observation Deck at 300 in the Etihad Towers is a glass lounge on floor 74. Emirates Palace lets you book a meal or afternoon tea among domes and gold.
Frequently asked questions
What can you do in Abu Dhabi inside an air-conditioned building?
The Yas Island parks, the Louvre, teamLab, the Natural History Museum, an aquarium, Snow and the butterfly gardens.
Which park suits families with children?
Warner Bros. World, SeaWorld and KidZania are common choices. The ages and safety requirements appear on every ticket.
Can I combine two parks?
At Ferrari World there is a two-park ticket. The details appear on the ticket.
Do I need warm clothing at Snow?
Yes, warm clothing is provided at the entrance.
Can I book online?
Yes, you can book on the site, and you can also contact us on WhatsApp.
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