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Al Maqta (Grand Mosque), Al Qana · Abu Dhabi

The National Aquarium (Al Qana)

Museum

The largest aquarium in the Middle East: more than 46,000 animals in 10 zones, with a Bu Tinah Island zone on the UAE's own reefs, mangroves and seagrass made with the Environment Agency, plus a zone on the pearl divers. What's On recommends it for days when it is too hot to be outside.

Address
Al Qana, Al Maqta' Street, Rabdan, Abu Dhabi
Hours
Mon-Sun 10:00-22:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09)
Best time to go
Morning · About 2.5 h
Price
General admission was from AED 105 in 2022 (What's On Abu Dhabi); current price not verified
Price level
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Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.

Good to know

  • Go between 10:00 and 13:00; evenings and weekends are the busiest times.
  • Pair it with an evening walk on the Al Qana canal promenade outside, which is free.

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