Walks · Our pick in Abu Dhabi
Mamsha Al Saadiyat
From the Louvre to the beach
The beachfront promenade of cafés and restaurants on Saadiyat, a short walk from the Louvre.
Our take
- After the museums
- Swim
- Address
- Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
About Mamsha Al Saadiyat
Mamsha Al Saadiyat is the beachfront promenade beside Soul Beach, a 15–20 minute drive from the city and close to the Louvre: NIRI, Beirut Sur Mer, Antonia and Coffee Architecture are all on it (Visit Abu Dhabi).
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Mamsha Al Saadiyat before you go.
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What’s nearby
Distances from Mamsha Al Saadiyat are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 12 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Louvre Abu Dhabi1.6 kmWalk 20 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 9 min
- The Galleria4.8 kmCycle 24 minCar or taxi 14 min
- Qasr Al Hosn8.6 kmCycle 43 minCar or taxi 21 min
- The Corniche10 kmCar or taxi 24 min
- Qasr Al Watan14 kmCar or taxi 30 min
- The Grand Mosque15 kmCar or taxi 32 min
- Ferrari World21 kmCar or taxi 42 min
- Zayed International Airport25 kmCar or taxi 49 min
Location
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