Abu Dhabi shopping
Whether you are searching for the latest designer bag, a tailor-made suit or an authentic souvenir to take home,
shopping opportunities in Abu Dhabi are endless.
From modern malls with the world's best known brands to traditional souks and handicraft stalls, visitors can easily while away a few hours, or even days, filling their suitcases with mementos from their trip.
Marina Mall and
Abu Dhabi Mall are favourites with residents, mostly for their variety of high-street and designer labels in everything from fashion to footwear and jewellery to luxury lifestyle products. But don't discount the smaller malls as there are many treasures to be found here as well. Make time to stop by
Madinat Zayed Shopping Centre where you will find the city's gold souk and don't forget to haggle.
Those looking for a traditional
shopping experience can visit the open-air Iranian souk, which is a good place for buying coffee sets and hand-painted pottery, or the carpet souk, where they will find pieces from Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey, China and Central Asia.
A modern approach on the traditional market can be found at the Souk at Qaryat Al Beri or Central Market, which has partially opened. The Arabian-themed Souk at Qaryat Al Beri is home to numerous jewellery and perfume stores as well as waterfront restaurants.
