Zayed Sports City

If you want to run in an atmosphere of other fitness and recreational enthusiasts, head to Zayed Sports City. The area is the center of Abu Dhabi’s recreation facilities, including a major stadium, ice rink, tennis courts, numerous fields, small parks, and more. There is not a dedicated running track, but there are numerous small roads, paths, and fields that enable a run of a few km in the area. There’s also an opportunity to do some steps in the tennis stadium if you want some hill work. Bonus: little traffic and well-lit!