Abu Dhabi is a well-planned city and the roads are smooth and bump-free. The road, as well as the transport network, is smartly designed and well-maintained. Due to the large population, the parking spaces have become limited but the tourists do not face any difficulties getting around in Abu Dhabi as they can find taxis and buses from everywhere. There are different modes of transport in this city and the tourists can choose the one that best suits their requirements.

1. A Convenient and a Comfortable Way to Move Around the City: Taxis

As compared to other cities, taxis are cheaper in Abu Dhabi. Tourists can find taxis from anywhere and everywhere. Most of the taxi drivers are aware of all the hotels and tourist attractions in the city, therefore, navigation is not a problem here. This is one of the most convenient and comfortable modes of travel in the city. Silver taxis are very common around the city and are fixed with meters. The gold and gold and white taxis are not so common in the city as they are being replaced by the silver taxis, although these are fitted with meters, the drivers tend to negotiate on the fares. For females traveling alone, pink taxis are a good option which is driven by female taxi drivers and have the same fares as the silver taxis. This is the best way to see Abu Dhabi.

2. Take a Ride in the Air-conditioned Buses:

The bus network of the city is perfectly maintained to provide the locals as well the tourists, a comfortable way of getting around in Abu Dhabi. The bus network is run by the Department of Transport and these buses operate in all areas of Abu Dhabi and even in the suburbs of the city. This is a very affordable way to move around the city that operates between 05:00 a.m. and 00:00 on weekdays while on weekends, this service operates till 02:00 a.m. There is a separate female seating behind the driver and the men section is at the back.

3. Move Around with Your Own Timing on your Own Route: Car Rental

The road network in Abu Dhabi is very strong and the roads are smooth. Over speeding is very common in the city and due to this, the number of car accidents is highest in the UAE. It is best for people to hire a driver along with a car and avoid driving in the city. Also, in order to rent a car, tourists need to show an international driver’s license.

These are all the available modes of travel in Abu Dhabi and tourists can choose the one that is the most suitable for them. Even though driving in Abu Dhabi can be full of thrill and excitement but the locals in the city often over-speed and tourists might not be able to cope up with the speed, therefore, it is best to opt for taxis or buses for getting around in Abu Dhabi.