14 hours layover at Abu dhabi [closed]

I'm flying Etihad Airways to Brisbane and I've a 14 hours layover at Abu dhabi from 7:30 am - 10:00 pm. Any suggestions on what to do with all that time. I do not need transit visa.

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I just moved home from Abu Dhabi. It depends on what you're looking for. There are heaps of nice restaurants and shops. The best/cheapest way to do this is the Big Bus Tour. I know it sounds hokey, but it's the best way to get around town to lots of places.

Take a cab to Marina Mall (driver will know it), then you'll see lines of the big buses "City Tour". The key to these is that you get to see the sites, but you also can hop on or off at your leisure if you see a shop or restaurant that you want to stay at. Skip the heritage village and Abu Dhabi mall stops, they're dismal.

Taxis are everywhere, so at any time, you can just jump in one and go back to the airport. Give yourself extra time to check back into the airport (unless you're Business on Etihad, then you're treated like royalty lol).

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Can you leave the airport during a layover in Abu Dhabi?

You need a transit visa ONLY if you plan on leaving the airport during your layover time in the Emirates. The duration of a transit visa is either 48 or 96 hours. Please keep in mind that you cannot extend a 48-hour visa to 96-hours.

Why is Abu Dhabi airport closed?

The Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi will be closed for a period of more than two months for upgrading its runway. Abu Dhabi Airports said the expansion, which runs from May 11 to July 20, will allow the airport to handle larger aircraft. Only helicopters can use the airport during the refurbishment period.

Is transit allowed via Abu Dhabi?

Is it mandatory to travel through Abu Dhabi Airport on a Transit Visa? Yes. You can apply for a Transit Visa ONLY if you are travelling into Abu Dhabi Airport and onwards from Abu Dhabi Airport. However, your ticket does not have to be issued by Etihad Airways.

Is there quarantine in Abu Dhabi airport?

Yes, you can travel to Abu Dhabi without quarantine regardless of your vaccination status. If you are not vaccinated, you must take a PCR test 48 hours before your flight to Abu Dhabi, and it's optional for you to take a PCR test when you arrive at the airport.

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