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Al Ain City

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · Asia

About Al Ain City

Al Ain City is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Al Buraymī, 15km from Jebel Hafeet Mountain Road.

Al Ain City is a city located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. With a population of 846,747, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Al Ain City sits in United Arab Emirates, where you drive on the right. It's in the Asia/Dubai time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Al Ain City to your route.

About Al Ain City

St. Mary's Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish located in Al Ain, in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is one of the oldest Catholic parishes in the country and is one of five Catholic churches in the emirate.

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Where is Al Ain City located?

Al Ain City is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Asia. The coordinates are 24.1917 latitude, 55.7606 longitude.

What is the population of Al Ain City?

Al Ain City has a population of approximately 846,747 people, making it a city in United Arab Emirates.

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Quick Information

Population
846,747
Continent
Asia
Country
United Arab Emirates
Region
Abu Dhabi
Timezone
Asia/Dubai
Coordinates
24.1917, 55.7606

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Arab Emirates

Police
999
Ambulance
998
Fire
997
Driving side
right

Zero tolerance for alcohol when driving.

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Worth the detour from Al Ain City

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Al Ain Oasis

A UNESCO World Heritage oasis with over 147,000 date palms irrigated by the ancient falaj system, the largest oasis city in the UAE.

2 km · about 5 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Jebel Hafeet

The UAE's second-highest peak at 1,249 meters with a winding 11.7-kilometer mountain road popular with cyclists and drivers for stunning desert views.

14 km · about 25 min drive

famous road

Jebel Hafeet Mountain Road

Eleven and a half kilometres of flawless three-lane tarmac up a 1,240 m limestone dome on the Oman border, with 21 corners and a summit car park above the lights of Al Ain. Often called the Gulf's greatest driving road.

15 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Al Ain City

  • Right hereJebel HafeetThe UAE's second-highest peak at 1,249 meters with a winding 11.7-kilometer mountain road popular with cyclists and drivers for stunning desert views.
  • Right hereJebel Hafeet Mountain RoadEleven and a half kilometres of flawless three-lane tarmac up a 1,240 m limestone dome on the Oman border, with 21 corners and a summit car park above the lights of Al Ain. Often called the Gulf's greatest driving road.
  • 77 kmHattaA mountainous exclave of Dubai with a turquoise reservoir dam, heritage village, and Hajar Mountain hiking trails offering a desert escape.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Al Ain City.

Al Buraymī

🇴🇲 Oman

7 km awayPop. 73,670

Sha'biyyat Al Hiyar

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

43 km awayPop. 7,610

Suwayḩān

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

52 km awayPop. 5,403

Al Faqaa

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

59 km awayPop. 2,291

Al Wiqan

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

66 km awayPop. 2,000

Ḩattā

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

77 km awayPop. 15,324

Maşfūţ

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

77 km awayPop. 8,988

Margham

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

80 km awayPop. 1,280

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