Abu Dhabi · Area Guides

Every island has its own way of living

Abu Dhabi is a city of islands. Each one has a different mood, a different price point, and a different kind of buyer. Here is a simple guide to seven areas worth knowing before you buy — five you can move into today, two still under construction.

Before the islands
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From a freshwater spring on a desert island to seven islands and a skyline — Abu Dhabi’s story so far.

01 / 07Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Island
Yas Island

The fun island. Soon, the biggest one too.

Ferrari World, Warner Bros World, SeaWorld and Yas Waterworld are already here. The Sphere is under construction. Disney and a Harry Potter park are coming next.

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02 / 07Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island
Saadiyat Island

The culture and beach island

Louvre Abu Dhabi, Zayed National Museum and teamLab are here. White sand, calm water, and a new AED 100 billion waterfront district on the way.

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03 / 07Hudayriyat Beach, Al Hudayriat Island
Al Hudayriat Island

Abu Dhabi's Beverly Hills

Surf park, velodrome, skate park and Abu Dhabi's first night beach. Right now, the busiest property market in the city.

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04 / 07The Galleria Mall, Al Maryah Island
Al Maryah Island

Where the money works

Home to ADGM, Abu Dhabi's international financial centre. Bankers, executives and global firms. Abu Dhabi's most polished waterfront.

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05 / 07The Gate Towers, Al Reem Island
Al Reem Island

Abu Dhabi's Manhattan

Towers and skyline on one side. Parks, mangroves and waterfront walks on the other. Popular with families, young professionals and investors.

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06 / 07Al Fahid Island masterplan render
Al Fahid Island

Abu Dhabi's first wellness island

Aldar's newest island, unveiled in 2025 — 6,000+ homes, 11 km of coastline, and the world's first Fitwel-certified masterplan. Still under construction, opening in phases through 2029.

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07 / 07Ramhan Island masterplan render
Ramhan Island

A private island, freehold for everyone

Eagle Hills' villa island between Yas and Saadiyat — 1,800 freehold villas and the UAE's first Ritz-Carlton Reserve, floating villas included. First handovers land late 2026.

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