The Corniche & Al Khalidiyah
Eight kilometres of beach, palms and promenade facing the open Gulf.
The city’s front porch. Early mornings belong to runners and cyclists, evenings to families with picnic blankets. Qasr Al Watan and Emirates Palace anchor the western end.
Places in The Corniche & Al Khalidiyah
Beaches & nature · The Corniche & Al Khalidiyah
Corniche Beach
Blue Flag beach in the middle of the city with lifeguards, shaded loungers and calm water.
Places to stay · The Corniche & Al Khalidiyah
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
A palace hotel with a private beach, gold-dusted cappuccinos and a 1.3 km stretch of lawn.
Landmarks · The Corniche & Al Khalidiyah
Qasr Al Watan
A working presidential palace with a vast domed Great Hall, a library and an evening light show.
Food & drink · The Corniche & Al Khalidiyah
Mezlai
Emirati cooking at Emirates Palace: slow-cooked lamb machboos, harees and luqaimat with date syrup.