7 Days in Abu Dhabi: Family Trip planning

The route "7 Days in Abu Dhabi: Family Trip" is a trip that Family guides for families, focusing on children, safety and short distances. Behind it stands Family, a Swiss travel agency with video consultation, which puts together family trips with short distances. The planner asks about family and period, and on the video call Family clarifies the details.

Updated: 4 November 2026.

Day by day

Day 1: Arrival in Abu Dhabi. Ferrari World on Yas Island welcomes you with roller coasters, driving simulators and a tour of the car factory. For arrival days the rule is: only a few rides, plenty of air-conditioned time and an early dinner. Small children find their own areas, and bigger ones ride a coaster and then switch to the simulator. The site lies under a red roof, so shade is guaranteed.

Day 2: Louvre Abu Dhabi. The Louvre Abu Dhabi rests under a dome in the water, with light falling as if through palm leaves. Children walk through galleries from antiquity to today, and a children's programme lets them make discoveries themselves. Outside, the water offers opportunities for walks. Treat yourselves to a stop in the museum café and cool down in the rooms in between.

Day 3: Emirates Heritage Village. In the Emirates Heritage Village you see what life in the desert used to look like: tents, crafts and camels. Dhows in the harbour and the Corniche are very close by. Children may watch coffee being brewed and bread being baked. The site is manageable, and the sea nearby invites a short break on the shore.

Day 4: Umm Al Emarat Park. Umm Al Emarat Park offers a greenhouse, a botanical garden, an amphitheatre and plenty of lawn. Here children can play football or ride bikes while you lie in the shade. The park is large, so you cover distances with the park train. Take water, as kiosks are rare, and avoid the midday hours.

Day 5: Qasr Al Watan. Qasr Al Watan is a presidential palace of white marble and limestone, with a huge dome and a magnificent hall. Children marvel above all at the dimensions and mosaics. The tour is long but air-conditioned. A library shows books that may be interesting for teenagers. Observe the dress code: cover shoulders and knees.

Day 6: Qasr Al Hosn. Khalifa Park offers lawns, playgrounds, a railway train and barbecue areas, a family stop for the morning. Next comes Qasr Al Hosn, the fort around which Abu Dhabi grew up, today a museum with programmes and festivals. Older children can learn about the founding story of the city here. The visit is compact, and you are finished in good time before the heat.

Day 7: Farewell to Abu Dhabi. Prison Island is an island with an artificially created park and play areas, reached by a short crossing. There you spend the last day without stress: play equipment, sand and water. Pack sun protection. The drive to Abu Dhabi Airport from Yas takes only a short time, but a buffer remains advisable if you travel with toddlers.

Day	Place
Stage 1	Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Stage 2	Louvre Abu Dhabi
Stage 3	Emirates Heritage Village
Stage 4	Umm Al Emarat Park
Stage 5	Qasr Al Watan
Stage 6	Qasr Al Hosn
Stage 7	Khalifa Park
Stage 8	Prison Island Abu Dhabi

Map

The route connects Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Emirates Heritage Village, Umm Al Emarat Park, Qasr Al Watan, Qasr Al Hosn, Khalifa Park, Prison Island Abu Dhabi.

Accommodation

Accommodation	Rating
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental	4.8

Costs

What a family trip costs depends on rooms and travel time, and you receive the individual quote after the planner.

Packliste, Warmes Reiseziel

Category	What to bring
Kleidung	Leichte, atmungsaktive Kleidung, Sonnenhut, Ein warmes Teil für klimatisierte Räume/Abende, Bequeme Sandalen und ein Paar geschlossene Schuhe
Gesundheit & Schutz	Sonnencreme (hoher Lichtschutzfaktor), Nach-Sonne-Pflege, Mückenschutz, Persönliche Medikamente im Handgepäck
Dokumente	Reisepass (Gültigkeit prüfen), Ausgedruckte oder digitale Reiseunterlagen, Reiseversicherungs-Nachweis
Extras	Wiederverschliessbare Wasserflasche, Steckdosenadapter, Powerbank

Frequently asked questions

What sets Family apart?

Family plans trips for families, with a focus on children, safety and short distances. We plan 7 Days in Abu Dhabi: Family Trip by video call according to the age of your children and your school holidays.

Which places are part of the programme in 7 Days in Abu Dhabi: Family Trip?

In 7 Days in Abu Dhabi: Family Trip, Family has listed places such as Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Louvre Abu Dhabi and Emirates Heritage Village, and the family chooses the routes so that there is room for breaks.

Who is a family trip to {name} suited to?

To families who want to match accommodation, distances and daily rhythm to their children and prefer a trip with reserves and without time pressure.

Which accommodations are listed for 7 Days in Abu Dhabi: Family Trip in the catalogue?

For the whole family, 7 Days in Abu Dhabi: Family Trip offers, for example, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, depending on the age of the children and your daily rhythm.

Can I adapt the trip?

Yes. We tailor length of trip, accommodation and pace to the age and needs of your children. On the video call we discuss what your family needs and where you would like reserves.

How much does a trip to 7 Days in Abu Dhabi: Family Trip cost?

The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.