Beaches in Abu Dhabi

Discover beaches in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Browse UAE Inform's guide to public and private Beaches in Abu Dhabi with facilities, entry details and nearby dining and leisure options.

  • Hudayriyat Beach

    Aerial view of Hudayriyat Island in Abu Dhabi at midday: a sandy beach curves along the Arabian Gulf with the rectangular blue oval of an artificial surf-park lagoon visible inland, surrounded by paved cycle paths winding through coastal scrubland
    Hudayriyat Beach is the public face of Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi's newest active-leisure development on the southern coast. It pairs free white-sand beach segments with Surf Abu Dhabi, a 22 km cycle network, an Olympic-standard skate park, and purpose-built mountain bike trails.
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  • Yas Beach

    Yas Beach on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi: a long curve of soft white sand meets calm turquoise Arabian Gulf water, with stand-up paddleboards and a kayak resting on the sand and rows of beige cushioned sunbeds with white parasols beneath a palm-thatched bar pavilion
    Yas Beach is a managed beach club on the northern coast of Yas Island, with approximately 1.5 km of soft white sand, a pool deck, watersports concession, and beachfront restaurants. Day passes for non-resort guests start at around AED 100, making it a popular short break for visitors combining the beach with Ferrari World, Yas Mall, or Yas Marina Walk.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Beaches in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi has several free public beaches. UAE Inform lists beaches across Abu Dhabi with facilities, access details and nearby amenities.

Browse UAE Inform's beaches directory in Abu Dhabi to find family-friendly beaches with calm waters, playgrounds and food facilities.

Some beaches in Abu Dhabi are free while others charge entry. UAE Inform's listings include fee information and facilities for each beach.