The World Trade Centre in Abu Dhabi is a must-visit destination for anyone visiting or living in Dubai. It has changed the skyline of the capital city and provided visitors with an entertainment, cultural and commercial hub. The World Trade Centre Abu Dhabi was developed by Aldar properties, and it was finished and opened to the public back in 2014. So why should you visit? Let’s explore.

A Background

The World Trade Centre Abu Dhabi is a huge mixed-use development which comprises of offices, residential properties, a mall, a hotel and a souk. It can be found at the Khalifa Bin Zayed near Abu Dhabi Corniche. The location was chosen strategically in order to make the World Trade Centre one of the best properties both commercially and residentially.

The Mall

The mall at the World Trade Centre Abu Dhabi is widely regarded as one of the best malls in the city. This is because you can find whatever you are looking for. There is a huge range of stores to suit all budgets, whether you are looking for souvenirs, clothing, jewellery, or you want to shop for groceries.

The food hall at the mall is a reason to visit in its own right. There are over thirty options for dining dotted throughout the mall. From fast food to cafes to restaurants and food stalls, the options are vast. You are guaranteed to find something to suit your taste buds.

You don’t have to shop at the mall. Instead, you could catch a flick at Novo Cinemas, which is open until the early hours of the morning all throughout the week. Novo Cinemas has the first IMAX screen in the region, and they also have an app and offer online booking, which makes it easier to secure your seats.

You can also take advantage of the Action Zone,which is arguably one of the best gaming zones in the city. The gaming arena has virtual reality capabilities to explore as well as a snack counter, and you can drop the kids off at the separate soft play area, making the Action Zone ideal for a family day out.

Finally, the mall also has Velocity, which is the tallest and longest indoor slide to be housed in a mall in the entire Middle East. Velocity provides the ultimate rush, boosting your adrenaline and transforming a shopping trip into excitement. A ride on the slide is incredibly affordable, and it has pretty long opening hours, which means you should be able to try it regardless of the time of your visit.

To Sum Up

If you find yourself in Abu Dhabi, whether for business or pleasure, you should definitely do your best to find the time to visit the mall at the World Trade Centre. Of course, the stores cater to all of your needs, but If shopping isn’t your thing, then there are plenty of other things to do at the mall, including the food court or the entertainment options.