Corniche, road in the United Arab Emirates

The Corniche is a waterfront promenade in Abu Dhabi that runs for several kilometers along the Arabian Gulf. It features well-maintained walkways, green spaces, viewing areas, and multiple public access points to the water alongside spots for sitting and watching the scenery.

Before the 1970s the area was a beach where dhows and ships anchored to transfer cargo and people, as Mina Zayed did not yet exist. Between 2002 and 2004 land was reclaimed from the sea and the Corniche was extended; the volcano fountain and Abu Dhabi clocktower were demolished in the process.

The Corniche is the heart of public life in Abu Dhabi, where people from many backgrounds gather to walk, jog, or simply enjoy the sea breeze. Locals and visitors use the promenade throughout the day, with social activity intensifying during cooler evening hours when families and friends spend time together.

The Corniche is free to access with multiple entry points and parking areas along its length. It is best visited in early morning or evening hours when temperatures are comfortable and crowds remain manageable.

Before the 1970s the ground now occupied by the Corniche was a beach where dhows and ships anchored to transfer cargo and people; Mina Zayed did not yet exist. The 2002–2004 land reclamation replaced that working shoreline, and the volcano fountain and clocktower were demolished in the process.