Al Ain Tourist Attractions

Al Ain boasts of being the second largest city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), after the capital city itself. Contrary to the sprawling arid Gulf desert, Al Ain is an oasis and attracts visitors throughout the year to witness its pleasing surroundings. Numerous lush parks and gardens have made Al Ain the "Garden City of the Gulf". Besides this, there are several other Al Ain tourist attractions that are a must see during tours to the city.

Perhaps the major attraction of Al Ain is the age-old Camel Market allowing large-scale buying and selling of the "king of the desert". The Al Ain Zoo and Aquarium is another of the various Al Ain tourist attractions that is a must visit for not just kids but grown-ups too. The abode of some of the most fascinating species of birds and animals in Al Ain, the zoo is perfect for a family visit. In fact, one of the largest collections of wildlife in the world can be found at the Al Ain Zoo.

For the more adventurous, there is an Olympic sized ice rink, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Al Ain, UAE. You can try your skills at ice-skating and enjoy the thrill of the sport to the hilt here. If you wish to spend a day simply relaxing with loved ones amidst sprawling lush greenery and calm, then Hili Fun City and Garden is just the place for you. This beautiful garden is widely acclaimed as the largest theme park in the Gulf and is frequented by tourists to Al Ain. The garden is also an ideal family destination.

The history of Al Ain can be evidently witnessed at the Hili Archaeological Park that is one of the famous places to see in Al Ain. The park contains some of the ancient tombs and other historic remains of the city. It is fascinating to learn at the park about the history of Al Ain that dates back to as old as 3000 BC!

While on a tour to the sightseeing places of Al Ain, you simply cannot afford to miss a visit to the Hafeet Mountain. Get adventurous and take a thrilling drive to the mountain road or better still, test your driving skills with Wadi Bashing or dune driving, a sport that requires heaps of daring to drive on the desert sand! Besides this, there are several other tourist attractions in Al Ain that are particularly meant for adventure freaks; dune buggy rides, caving and hang gliding, to name a few.