Year-round sunshine, powder-white beaches, striking sunsets and beautiful architecture – Abu Dhabi is a dream destination for couples wanting to tie the knot.
Abu Dhabi weddings are plucked straight from a fairy tale, whether it’s a symbolic celebration or a traditional Emirati ceremony. Make your grand entrance inside a real-life palace or dance beneath the stars on a private beach.
Select an Abu Dhabi wedding package at one of the capital’s many stunning resorts and benefit from a dedicated wedding planner and private venue. Choose a r ceremony in the desert and exchange your vows against the dramatic backdrop of Rub' al Khali, the Empty Quarter.
From the glistening Arabian Gulf to the mesmerising mangrove forests, wherever you decide to say “I do” in Abu Dhabi, you’ll enjoy gorgeous views and memories to last a lifetime.
Get the five-star treatment at one of Abu Dhabi’s premier resorts. Their dedicated staff will do all the legwork while you sit back and relax.
From striking sunsets on the beach to beautiful mangrove forests teeming with life, Abu Dhabi is filled with romantic spots to declare your love.
Dine beneath the moonlight in one of Abu Dhabi’s many romantic restaurants in the city, enjoy seafood on the shore or Arabic cuisine overlooking Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
With white-sand beaches, stunning architecture and adventure around every corner, extend your stay and transform your dream wedding in Abu Dhabi into the perfect honeymoon.
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Feel like the ultimate VIP inside one of Abu Dhabi’s beautiful wedding hotels. From beachfront resorts to ornate palaces, Abu Dhabi has hotels to suit all themes and budgets.
Most hotels come with a selection of wonderful backdrops, with grand ballrooms, sprawling gardens and picturesque beaches. You might also get the chance to work closely with the chefs to design a bespoke menu. Many hotels offer wedding specialists too, who are on hand to ensure every item compliments your unique style.
Hold your dream wedding all in one place and benefit from a private venue, wedding planner and a bridal suite with an Abu Dhabi wedding package.
From traditional beach ceremonies to one-of-a-kind experiences, Abu Dhabi is overflowing with attractions to make all your wedding wishes come true.
Share your love of adventure and romance by riding off into the sunset on horseback along Abu Dhabi’s dramatic desert dunes. Or feel on cloud nine with a helicopter ride above the city’s striking skyscrapers.
Abu Dhabi is awash with different cultures and attractions – and no idea is too big or small. Dine alfresco underneath a canopy of stars, go island hopping at sunset and explore the luscious mangroves on a kayak.
Enjoy a delicious wedding meal at this romantic spot on Saadiyat Island, where you can dine on Southeast Asian cuisine on the floating pavilion at sunset.
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Exchange vows on the white sands of Saadiyat Island at this luxury beach club. Their dedicated team will take care of your every need.
Get married among the dramatic surroundings of Rub' al Khali, the Empty Quarter, or spend your first day as a married couple exploring the dunes on camelback.
Soak in the romance of Abu Dhabi with a wedding along the pristine powder-white beaches and azure Arabian Gulf.
The capital is teeming with waterfront resorts and beach clubs ready to make your wedding dreams a reality. Choose an evening event for cooler weather to enjoy a gorgeous backdrop for your ceremony as the sky erupts in colour at sunset. Then get ready for a memorable moonlit reception with dancing beneath the stars.
This striking capital is home to a number of opulent buildings where couples can commemorate their everlasting love and guests can dress up. Enjoy a golden wedding inside the grand Emirates Palace and feel like royalty in the marble ballroom. Or swap marble for glass inside The Rosewood and share your first dance overlooking the picturesque harbour.
Abu Dhabi is a melting pot of cuisines from around the globe. Speak to your venue’s chef to create a bespoke menu that fits your appetite – whether that’s a three-course meal or a laidback buffet.
Why not hold your rehearsal dinner at one of the capital’s most romantic restaurants? Sontaya on Saadiyat Island combines amazing food with world-class views of the Arabian Gulf. Meanwhile, Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill and its flame-lit wall offers guests an exciting evening.
Exchange vows among the breath-taking surroundings of Rub' al Khali, the Empty Quarter, for a wondrous wedding experience.
There are plenty of resorts nestled in the sprawling desert. Make a grand entrance in a helicopter or by horseback and enjoy an intimate gathering surrounded by nothing but miles and miles of golden sand.
Hold your ceremony at sunset to see the majestic dunes light up in a blaze of glory, then watch the sky break out in a cluster of stars.
Celebrate Emirati heritage with a traditional twist on your wedding celebrations. Host a henna night for the bride-to-be a few nights before the big day. Female relatives and friends get together to celebrate the bride with dancing, gifts and food, while the bride’s hands and feet are adorned with beautiful henna ink.
Yas Mall is home to more than 240 brands, so you’re sure to find something special to commemorate your marriage.
Wedding planners can take the stress away from organising your dream day. Speak to your venue for more details to ensure your wedding in Abu Dhabi is unforgettable.
Head to the Observation Deck at 300 inside Etihad Towers for the highest point in the city to watch the sunset.
Most hotels feature a wellness centre. Relax several stories high or escape to the desert for the ultimate spa experience.
You can hold an Islamic marriage in Abu Dhabi if both you and your partner is a resident of the UAE. If you’re not from the UAE, you can still hold a symbolic ceremony or celebration in Abu Dhabi, then legally marry once you’re back in your home country. This includes Western ceremonies as well as Indian and Muslim weddings.
To legally get married in Abu Dhabi, you will need:
• To register your marriage contract in a Sharia court.
• A premarital screening certificate.
• Consent from a guardian for the bride-to-be.
• Two male Muslim witnesses as well as the bride’s father.
You must also be over the age of 18 and your age difference must not exceed double the other persons.
Absolutely. There are plenty of hotels and resorts that cater to desert destination weddings. For example, at Qasr Al Sarab, couples can fly above the dunes and land on the private helipad for a grand entrance. This resort also caters to African, European and South Asian ceremonies.
Desert weddings are perfect for couples wanting a secluded spot to declare their love or a bohemian theme.
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