Parks & Gardens · Abu Dhabi
East Plaza
Photo: East Plaza.jpg · Chongkian · CC BY SA 4.0 (licence)
Before you go
10 facts, each with its source- 4x4 needed No Source: osm · approach is asphalt at 104 m
- Time needed 1–2 hours Source: editor · category default
- Best season October–April Source: editor · category default
- Difficulty Easy — step-free in most Source: editor · category default
- Family friendly Yes Source: editor · category default
- Opening hours Open 24 hours, every day Source: osm · OSM opening_hours syntax
- Facilities Parking 106 m · Food nearby 38 m · Shop 200 m · Picnic area 262 m Source: osm · mapped within 300 m
- Drones Registration with the GCAA is required before flying, whatever the drone weighs, and recreational flying is limited to approved green zones below 400 ft Source: official · national rule · General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) · checked 2026-09-05
- Dress The UAE expects shoulders and knees covered away from hotels, beaches and pools. Public parks are family spaces. Source: editor · category default
- Elevation 4 m Source: srtm · NASA SRTM 30 m model
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Safety notes
- Summer here is humid as well as hot, and the humidity is what catches visitors out: shade, water and an indoor plan for the middle of the day matter more than the temperature reading suggests.
- Flying a drone needs a permit, and there are large no-fly areas around airports, ports and government buildings. Do not assume a camera drone is allowed anywhere.
- Do not photograph people without asking, and do not photograph military, port or government sites at all.
- During Ramadan, eating, drinking and smoking in public in daylight is not done, and opening hours shift; check before you plan a day around a site.
Editor notes, reviewed 2026-09-04
How far is it?
- 30 mfrom Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) · 36 km
- 17 mfrom Abu Dhabi (island city) · 16 km
- 1 h 44 mfrom Al Ain (oasis and Jebel Hafit) · 178 km
Road distance and driving time from OpenStreetMap routing, without traffic. Mountain tracks are often slower than the router thinks.
When to go
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ComfortableToo hot
A winter daytime and a summer evening place; in the hot months parks fill only after dark.
Source: editor · category default · 2026-09-04. Category default set by the editor — a verified per-place season replaces it.
About & Sources East Plaza
East Plaza is a park in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Practical notes from open data: recorded opening hours are 24/7; treat these as a starting point and confirm locally. For this kind of place the comfortable season is typically October–April. Nearby: The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi, Manarat al Saadiyat and Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas.
At a glance
- Parks & Gardens · Abu Dhabi
- Season: October–April (editor default)
- 1 open-data source · verified not yet
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a 4x4 to reach East Plaza?
No — approach is asphalt at 104 m (source: osm).
What are the opening hours at East Plaza?
Open 24 hours, every day (source: osm). Hours change around Ramadan and public holidays.
When is the best time to visit East Plaza?
Typically October–April for parks & gardens. A winter daytime and a summer evening place; in the hot months parks fill only after dark.
How long do I need at East Plaza?
1–2 hours (guidance for this category).
What facilities are there at East Plaza?
Parking 106 m · Food nearby 38 m · Shop 200 m · Picnic area 262 m (source: osm).
How high is East Plaza?
About 4 m above sea level (source: srtm).
Where is East Plaza?
In Abu Dhabi (AE-AZ), United Arab Emirates, at 24.5230, 54.4355 — near The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi, Manarat al Saadiyat and Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas.
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