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United Arab Emirates

Al ‘Ayn / Desert Dreams, Oasis of Possibilities

MeowScore 😸87/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

November

Perfect weather and exciting events.

🌴
january

Visit the Al Ain Oasis during cooler temperatures

🎶
february

Annual Al Ain Music Festival

🛩️
march

Al Ain International Aerobatic Show

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april

Experience the Al Ain Zoo during springtime

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may

Attend the Al Ain Book Fair

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june

Relax at the Wadi Adventure Park during the heat

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july

Explore the Al Ain Palace Museum in air-conditioned comfort

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august

Shop the summer sales at the Bawadi Mall

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september

Experience the traditional culture and heritage at Al Jahili Fort

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october

Visit the Al Ain Green Mubazzarah Hot Springs

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november

Watch the Al Ain Desert Challenge off-road race

🎆
december

Celebrate National Day with parades and fireworks

🤑

Expensive city

Bigmac $?

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As a visiting cat, the economy and shopping situation in Al `Ayn seems to be fairly expensive. High-end luxury shopping centers and luxurious hotels reflect a wealthier area.

To save money, try shopping at local markets instead of high-end malls, and stay at budget-friendly hotels outside of the city center.

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

short stopover

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

short stopover

Al Ain is usually visited as a day trip from Abu Dhabi or Dubai.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Credit card preferred. Splitting the bill is acceptable. No further etiquettes.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber optic infrastructure

excellent Availability

Wide range of internet providers

great Cellular

Reliable coverage, but limited in remote areas

Electric socket type G

Common in UK, Ireland, Malta, Malaysia, Singapore. Unique three rectangular pins design, doesn't accept other types.

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biking hostile

Hot weather

walkable -ish

Modern infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative laws

Imagine stretching out your whiskers and sunbathing on warm sand, while sipping fresh camel milk. Al`Ayn is a purrfect oasis for feline relaxation!

Show off your climbing skills atop Jebel Hafeet, or explore the luxurious cat palaces of Qattara Oasis. This city is designed to make your tail swish in delight!

Things to do

The mainstream

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Hili Archaeological Park
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Al Ain Zoo
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Al Ain Camel Market
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Jebel Hafeet
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Al Ain Oasis

The mainstream

🏺
Hili Archaeological Park

An open-air museum which takes cats back in time to the Bronze and Iron Ages, where you can explore tombs, ancient houses, and even a falaj system in the park!

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Al Ain Zoo

The most beautiful zoo in the UAE, where cats can explore and admire over 4000 different animals, including rare and endangered species, like Siberian tigers or Arabian leopards.

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🐫
Al Ain Camel Market

This unusual market is a must-visit for cats who love to shop and learn about local culture. Meow, you'll find many camels, goats, and sheep here!

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🌄
Jebel Hafeet

The highest peak in the Emirates, offering stunning views of the arid landscape below. Cat can climb up on top of it, and watch the sunset!

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🌴
Al Ain Oasis

A beautiful desert garden oasis in the middle of the city where cats can discover walking trails, traditional falaj irrigation, and date palm groves.

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Off the beaten path

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Qasr Al Muwaiji
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Green Mubazzarah
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Camel Souk
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Jebel Hafeet
🛶
Wadi Adventure

Off the beaten path

🏰
Qasr Al Muwaiji

Catstoric architecture, artifacts and art in this fort-turned-museum about the UAE’s royal history.

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🌿
Green Mubazzarah

This hot spring park is the place to soothe weary paws, picnic and hike.

Google Maps
🐫
Camel Souk

This traditional market is the best place for cat travelers to buy souvenirs, spices and ride camels.

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🌄
Jebel Hafeet

A scenic mountain drive with purrfect views and a palace at the top.

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🛶
Wadi Adventure

Catssics will love this waterpark with activities such as kayaking, surfing and white-water rafting.

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biking hostile

Hot weather

walkable -ish

Modern infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative laws

Mindful meoweler tips

Al `Ayn is known for its date palms!

Cats should try a local farm to see date palm groves and learn about traditional date cultivation.

The city has an impressive falcon hospital.

Cats interested in wildlife can make an appointment to see injured falcons and learn about the Emirati passion for falconry.

Visitors should dress modestly and respect the local culture.

Cats should cover their paws and dress conservatively in public areas such as mosques and markets.

Al `Ayn is home to the UAE's largest national park, Wadi Adventure.

Cats seeking adventure should visit the park to kayak, white-water raft, and zipline in a stunning desert oasis.

The city is famous for its camel markets.

Cats can visit the Al `Ayn Camel Souk to see camels being bought and sold, and learn about Bedouin culture.

Useful external sites

visitabudhabi.ae

Visit Abu Dhabi↗

Official tourism website for the city of Al Ain and Abu Dhabi Emirate

www.alainzoo.ae

Al Ain Zoo↗

Website for Al Ain Zoo, a popular attraction in the city

www.booking.com/city/ae/al-ain.en.html

Booking.com↗

Online booking platform for hotels, apartments and more in Al Ain

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