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Things to see in Al Ain (United Arab Emirates): 9 places and when to go
Al Ain is a city in United Arab Emirates with around 409,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (3), History (3), Nature (2). The best known are Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain Museum and Al Ain Zoo. The best time to come is November to March; also possible: April and October. In June there are 13 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 30. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Arab Emirates · 24.2305, 55.74
- Population
- About 409,000
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (3) · History (3) · Nature (2) · Mountains (2) · With kids (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- November to March.
- Also possible
- April and October.
- Nearest airport
- DWC Dubai(Jebel Ali), 94 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Jebel Hafeet, at 1,108 m.
What to see in Al Ain
The places in and around Al Ain, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Jebel HafeetMountain in Oman and UAE20 km
- Al Ain MuseumMuseum in the UAE3.8 km
- Al Ain ZooZoo in eastern region of Abu Dhabi, the UAE6.4 km
- Hili Archaeological ParkArchaeological park8.9 km
- Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan MosqueMosque in Al-Ain, Abu Dhabi, UAE853 m
- Mezyad FortFort25 km
- Jabal MalaqatMountain in United Arab Emirates23 km
- Al ain oasisMuseum2.7 km
- Al Ain Sheikh Zayed Palace MuseumMuseum2.7 km
When to go to Al Ain
The best time to visit Al Ain is November to March; also possible: April and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time10:39
- FebBest time11:11
- MarBest time11:50
- AprPossible12:34
- MayBetter not13:10
- JunBetter not13:29
- JulBetter not13:22
- AugBetter not12:51
- SepBetter not12:08
- OctPossible11:25
- NovBest time10:48
- DecBest time10:30
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 13 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 30. In January, 7 of the 9 places are at their best.
When to go to United Arab Emirates in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Al Ain
The nearest main airport is Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC, Dubai(Jebel Ali)), 94 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Arab Emirates (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Jebel Ali12 places111 km
- Fujairah34 places116 km
- Dubai58 places121 km
- Sharjah19 places131 km
- Abu Dhabi25 places142 km
- Ras Al Khaimah10 places175 km
And all of United Arab Emirates, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Al Ain?
The best known: Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain Museum, Al Ain Zoo, Hili Archaeological Park, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Mosque. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Al Ain?
November to March; also possible: April and October. In June there are 13 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 30.
How do you get to Al Ain?
The nearest main airport is Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), 94 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Al Ain as the destination and these 9 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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