Parks and retail stores see huge footfall in Abu Dhabi

On Saturday, the second day of Eid Al-Adha, residents and visitors in Abu Dhabi continued to flock to public beaches, parks, and major shopping malls, where a range of services including dining, shopping, and children's play areas, are provided along with joyful atmosphere for all.

- Abdulrahman Saeed, Staff Reporter

Many families opted to spend their time in large shopping malls, which feature international restaurants, dedicated children’s play zones adhering to global safety standards, and cafes serving beverages and sweets.

Additionally, most retail stores offered discounts ranging from 30% to 70% to attract Eid celebrants.

Major malls in Abu Dhabi provide affordable children's entertainment, with virtual and physical games priced between Dhs12 and Dhs35.

They also house cinemas, global fashion and accessory brands, and cafes where adults can relax, read, or socialise in the festive ambiance.

Abu Dhabi also boasts a variety of attractions and entertainment experiences catering to diverse interests.

Snow Abu Dhabi, for instance, offers an indoor snow park with 12 rides and 17 new attractions at temperatures below 2°C, providing a cool escape from the heat.

For marine adventure enthusiasts, the National Aquarium Abu Dhabi offers diving experiences with over 46,000 marine animals from 300 unique species across IO zones.