Running in Abu Dhabi

Running in Abu Dhabi

Yas Marina Circuit

Winding its way around the beautiful Yas Marina, Yas Marina Circuit is one of the world’s most epic race tracks, home to the Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. It's also a running track in Abu Dhabi. You can walk and run around the circuit as part of the TrainYAS and GoYAS by Daman ActiveLife programmes.

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Abu Dhabi Corniche

If you’re looking to soak up Abu Dhabi’s famous year-round sunshine, the immaculate Abu Dhabi Corniche and Corniche Beach are two of the best places to do it. For a more private workout along the Corniche, head to Nation Riviera Beach Club.

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Reem Island

Reem Island is the perfect place for a run or walk. If you begin at the green space of Al Fay park you can make your way north to Reem Beach, where you’ll find a running track that overlooks a pocket of the mangrove forest. You’ll also find softer surfaces along your route to make getting in the distance much easier.

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Al Wathba Cycle Track

Al Wathba Cycle Track is one of the best and most scenic cycling and running destinations in the UAE. This area’s ethereal landscape played a starring role in the film Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Designed for cyclists and runners, the 30km track promises picturesque views, especially during sunrise and sunset.

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Zayed Sports City

This mammoth sports complex is home to everything from basketball and beach volleyball facilities to tennis courts, a football stadium and a fitness centre. For runners, there are two tracks, a 400m oval track and a 1.4km track which loops around the national stadium.

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Masdar City Running & Cycling Track

Both residents and travellers flock to the extremely well kept Masdar City Running and Cycling Track, at Masdar’s Al Mamsha trail. The family-friendly running track starts at Masdar Park and stretches for 5.6 kilometres around the city.

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Jebel Hafit Desert Park

Immerse yourself in the rich history and incredible landscapes at the one-of-a-kind Jebel Hafit Desert Park in Al Ain. The nine-kilometre stretch at the base of the craggy Jebel Hafit mountain, Abu Dhabi’s tallest peak, can be explored while running, hiking, biking, horse riding or camel riding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are many walkways and dedicated running paths surrounded by beautiful scenery to go on a run in Abu Dhabi.
Reem Island has a running track that looks over the mangrove forest and is accessible through Reem Central Park and other parts of Reem Island’s beach. You can also run in Al Fay Park.