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Heritage Village

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Ranked #10 of 19 attractions in Abu Dhabi
3.5 of 5 stars 125 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
Description: A living exhibition of the lifestyle and traditions of Bedouin and other cultures.
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UK
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Right opposite the Corniche, this place is very much a cultural place demonstrating how people used to live back in the old days. There isn't much to see here although there are some souveneir shops around. Right here is where people take pictures of the skyscrapers of Abu Dhabi and it is quite nice. Maximum time you should stay here... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

this place really needs sprucing up. It looks like it might have been fun about 20 years ago...

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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
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Really disappointed, 10min and you're done. Not sure if worth the trip.

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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
73 helpful votes 73 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
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Not much to see! None of the crafts being demonstrated.. Dont bother. Even worse, if you do go and the cab leaves you you will struggle to get another so pay him to wait ...

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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Just across the water from the Corniche, accessible from the Marina mall, this is quite an interesting way to spend an hour or two, some parts seem a bit false but by and large a good place to visit. Don't bother to go to the restaurant, they don't seem bothered about serving you, we sat down and waited between 5... More

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Well worth a wander for an hour; some interesting buildings and exhibits, but perhaps somewhat over restored.

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Fairfield, Connecticut
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

It's not a terrible place to learn about some of UAE history and culture, but it's also important to understand that the UAE as a nation is only 40 years old. The people doing a traditional dance were Pakistani. The women trying to sell us photographs were Indian. It's basically a big gift shop. There is a nice view of... More

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Doha
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54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Nice to see local crafts and experience arab culture. Better still go to the island nearby by local boat and that everyone will enjoy.

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10 reviews 10 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

This is a fantastic place to go and see all the local crafts being made also afew market stalls very well priced items

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Charlotte, North Carolina
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We arrived needing to eat lunch and found a great restaurant located at the Heritage Village property. It was a very expanded buffet and well worth the price. Then we were fed and happy to take in all the Heritage Village had to offer. There even was a camel to ride. Great for the kids, they have various buildings to... More

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