Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Cruise Port

Abu Dhabi

Capital city of the United Arab Emirates.

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Overview

Abu Dhabi is a cruise port in United Arab Emirates. It lies on the coast at approximately 24.467, 54.367.

About Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the seat of the Abu Dhabi Central Capital District and the UAE’s second-most populous city, after Dubai. Situated on a T-shaped island, Abu Dhabi extends into the Persian Gulf from the central-western coast of the UAE.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Abu Dhabi — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Abu Dhabi

Abu dhabi skylines
Abu dhabi skylines
Emirates Palace
Emirates Palace
LouvreAD exterior
LouvreAD exterior
Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Sheikh Zayed Mosque

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 41°C in Aug and coolest around 23°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
23°
17°
Feb
25°
18°
Mar
29°
21°
Apr
32°
23°
May
36°
27°
Jun
39°
30°
Jul
40°
32°
Aug
41°
32°
Sep
39°
30°
Oct
35°
27°
Nov
31°
24°
Dec
27°
20°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Abu Dhabi the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Abu Dhabi, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →