Abu Dhabi for wheelchair users is a revelation that the mainstream travel media has been slow to acknowledge. The city’s infrastructure has been built within the last 20 years almost entirely to modern accessibility codes.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Every entrance is ramped, every corridor is wide, the prayer hall entrance is lift-accessible, and the marble courtyard is smooth and continuous. Staff were among the most attentive accessibility support personnel we have encountered anywhere. This is one of the most beautiful buildings on earth and it is genuinely fully accessible.
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
Entirely indoors, entirely air-conditioned, and one of the most accessible theme parks we have visited. A dedicated Guest Experience team meet you at the entrance, walk you through the access pass system, and offer a complimentary tour of the park’s accessibility features before you start.
Getting Around
Careem offers wheelchair-accessible vehicle bookings 24 hours in advance. We never waited more than 15 minutes. Taxis from major hotels are consistently accessible when requested at the concierge.
Medical Security
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is world-class and has an international patient coordination line that responded to our enquiry within two hours. For families with complex medical needs, this single fact may be the most important in this entire review.
