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The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi

Step into a cool, rainforest-style escape at the Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi, right along the Al Qana waterfront. Wander through glass-domed tropical zones where 10,000+ butterflies fly freely around you, with sloths and bearcats hidden in the greenery. A calm, shaded experience that’s perfect for families, couples, and a relaxing break from Abu Dhabi’s heat.
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The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi
Children observing butterflies at The Butterfly Garden.
Tourist admiring a butterfly at The Butterfly Garden surrounded by lush greenery.
Blue butterfly perched on a dandelion at sunrise in The Butterfly Garden.
Children feeding koi fish at The Butterfly Garden pond.
Family exploring The Butterfly Garden with vibrant flowers and butterflies under a sunlit dome.
Koi fish swimming in a pond surrounded by lush greenery at The Butterfly Garden.
Sleeping binturong on a tree branch at The Butterfly Garden.
Anteater on a tree branch in The Butterfly Garden.
Crocodile resting by a pond at The Butterfly Garden.
Close-up of a beetle on a rock at The Butterfly Garden.
Blue butterfly resting on a person's hand at The Butterfly Garden.
Butterfly Garden entrance with glass domes and butterfly sculpture, adjacent to National Aquarium.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • Visit Abu Dhabi's first immersive butterfly sanctuary, featuring two climate-controlled bio-domes inspired by Asia and the Americas.

  • Wander through immersive walk-through sanctuaries surrounded by 10,000 butterflies in lush, tropical settings.

  • Encounter unique wildlife, from gentle sloths and caiman crocodiles to bearcats, koi fish, and fascinating insects.

  • Dive into interactive exhibits revealing the butterfly life cycle and the importance of conservation.

  • Opt for a combo ticket to explore both Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi and the National Aquarium Abu Dhabi, located side by side.

More details

  • Visit Abu Dhabi's first immersive butterfly sanctuary, featuring two climate-controlled bio-domes inspired by Asia and the Americas.

  • Wander through immersive walk-through sanctuaries surrounded by 10,000 butterflies in lush, tropical settings.

  • Encounter unique wildlife, from gentle sloths and caiman crocodiles to bearcats, koi fish, and fascinating insects.

  • Dive into interactive exhibits revealing the butterfly life cycle and the importance of conservation.

  • Opt for a combo ticket to explore both Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi and the National Aquarium Abu Dhabi, located side by side.

from
AED 55
Child interacting with koi fish and family walking through an aquarium tunnel, The Butterfly Garden.
Family exploring The Butterfly Garden with vibrant flowers and butterflies under a sunlit dome.
Sleeping binturong on a tree branch at The Butterfly Garden.
Children learning about marine life at National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.
Visitors on a glass-bottom boat at National Aquarium Abu Dhabi, viewing marine life.
Children observing butterflies at The Butterfly Garden.
Koi fish swimming in a pond surrounded by lush greenery at The Butterfly Garden.
Blue butterfly resting on a person's hand at The Butterfly Garden.
Anteater on a tree branch in The Butterfly Garden.
Tourist admiring a butterfly at The Butterfly Garden surrounded by lush greenery.
Crocodile resting by a pond at The Butterfly Garden.
Butterfly Garden entrance with glass domes and butterfly sculpture, adjacent to National Aquarium.
Seahorses in the National Aquarium Abu Dhabi exhibit.
Family viewing marine life at National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.
Hammerhead shark swimming at National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.
Rocky tunnel with vibrant aquarium displays at National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.
Visitor walking on glass floor at National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.
Diver swimming with leopard shark and fish at National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.
Visitors entering the National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.
Flexible duration
  • See Abu Dhabi’s top nature attractions in one day: explore marine life at the National Aquarium and step into a free-flying butterfly sanctuary with one ticket.

  • Both attractions are located side-by-side in Al Qana 280m apart, so you can visit both on the same day.

  • Explore 10 marine zones featuring sharks, rays, turtles, and tropical fish and enjoy interactive exhibits and aquarium tunnels at National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.

  • Walk through a free-flying butterfly sanctuary, see exotic wildlife, and enjoy interactive exhibits and koi fish feeding experiences at Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi.

More details

  • See Abu Dhabi’s top nature attractions in one day: explore marine life at the National Aquarium and step into a free-flying butterfly sanctuary with one ticket.

  • Both attractions are located side-by-side in Al Qana 280m apart, so you can visit both on the same day.

  • Explore 10 marine zones featuring sharks, rays, turtles, and tropical fish and enjoy interactive exhibits and aquarium tunnels at National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.

  • Walk through a free-flying butterfly sanctuary, see exotic wildlife, and enjoy interactive exhibits and koi fish feeding experiences at Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi.

from AED 165
AED 121.73

26% off

Butterfly Gardens entrance with illuminated butterfly sculpture and geometric dome.
Children observing butterflies at The Butterfly Garden.
Blue butterfly resting on a person's hand at The Butterfly Garden.
Qasr Al Watan exterior with domes and arches, Abu Dhabi.
Qasr Al Watan interior with intricate arches and ornate patterns, Abu Dhabi.
Sleeping binturong on a tree branch at The Butterfly Garden.
Children feeding koi fish at The Butterfly Garden pond.
Family exploring The Butterfly Garden with vibrant flowers and butterflies under a sunlit dome.
Tourist admiring a butterfly at The Butterfly Garden surrounded by lush greenery.
Crocodile resting by a pond at The Butterfly Garden.
Ballroom of Ornamental Garden, Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi, featuring intricate chandeliers and arches.
Intricate ceiling design inside Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi.
Ornamental garden in front of Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • Enjoy entry to The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi and Qasr Al Watan Palace, plus access to lush palace gardens, all in one combo ticket.

  • Step inside Abu Dhabi’s first immersive butterfly sanctuary, home to 10,000 butterflies and interactive conservation exhibits.

  • Discover Qasr Al Watan’s grand halls, explore its library, and stroll through beautifully landscaped palace gardens.

  • Encounter unique wildlife, from sloths and caiman crocodiles to koi fish, in the Butterfly Gardens’ walk-through domes.

  • Take in the artistry of Arabian architecture at Qasr Al Watan, a true cultural landmark of the UAE.

More details

  • Enjoy entry to The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi and Qasr Al Watan Palace, plus access to lush palace gardens, all in one combo ticket.

  • Step inside Abu Dhabi’s first immersive butterfly sanctuary, home to 10,000 butterflies and interactive conservation exhibits.

  • Discover Qasr Al Watan’s grand halls, explore its library, and stroll through beautifully landscaped palace gardens.

  • Encounter unique wildlife, from sloths and caiman crocodiles to koi fish, in the Butterfly Gardens’ walk-through domes.

  • Take in the artistry of Arabian architecture at Qasr Al Watan, a true cultural landmark of the UAE.

from AED 135
AED 109

19% off

Koi fish swimming in a pond at The Butterfly Garden, with ferns and a dinosaur exhibit nearby.
Children observing butterflies at The Butterfly Garden.
Blue butterfly perched on a dandelion at sunrise in The Butterfly Garden.
National History Museum Abu Dhabi exterior with visitors and greenery.
National History Museum Abu Dhabi exterior at sunset with waterfront and visitors.
Children feeding koi fish at The Butterfly Garden pond.
Close-up of a beetle on a rock at The Butterfly Garden.
Anteater on a tree branch in The Butterfly Garden.
Butterfly Garden entrance with glass domes and butterfly sculpture, adjacent to National Aquarium.
Aerial view of National History Museum Abu Dhabi with modern architecture and waterfront.
Aerial view of National History Museum Abu Dhabi at sunset, surrounded by water and cityscape.
Aerial view of the National History Museum Abu Dhabi illuminated at night.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • Visit two top Abu Dhabi attractions in one day — dive into marine life and wander through a free-flying butterfly sanctuary with one ticket.

  • Walk through 10 aquatic zones with sharks, rays, turtles, tropical fish, tunnels, and interactive exhibits at National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.

  • Explore butterfly bio-domes, meet wildlife, enjoy interactive exhibits, and a koi fish feeding session at Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi.

More details

  • Visit two top Abu Dhabi attractions in one day — dive into marine life and wander through a free-flying butterfly sanctuary with one ticket.

  • Walk through 10 aquatic zones with sharks, rays, turtles, tropical fish, tunnels, and interactive exhibits at National Aquarium Abu Dhabi.

  • Explore butterfly bio-domes, meet wildlife, enjoy interactive exhibits, and a koi fish feeding session at Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi.

from AED 125
AED 120

4% off

Tourists enjoying The Butterfly Garden and museum sculptures.
Koi fish swimming in a pond surrounded by lush greenery at The Butterfly Garden.
Blue butterfly resting on a person's hand at The Butterfly Garden.
Young visitor exploring exhibit at Louvre Abu Dhabi.
Guests engaging with a guide near an ancient statue at Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi.
Blue butterfly perched on a dandelion at sunrise in The Butterfly Garden.
Children observing butterflies at The Butterfly Garden.
Sleeping binturong on a tree branch at The Butterfly Garden.
Family exploring The Butterfly Garden with vibrant flowers and butterflies under a sunlit dome.
Anteater on a tree branch in The Butterfly Garden.
Crocodile resting by a pond at The Butterfly Garden.
Butterfly Garden entrance with glass domes and butterfly sculpture, adjacent to National Aquarium.
Kayaker paddling near Louvre Abu Dhabi's dome on a guided tour.
Guests dining at the cafe in Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi.
Visitors observing art and sculptures in a gallery at Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi.
Visitors observing a space exhibit at Louvre Abu Dhabi.
Children smiling under the Louvre Abu Dhabi's dome.
Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi with dome and water, visitors exploring the exterior.
Louvre Abu Dhabi's dome and water features at sunset with city skyline in background.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi and The Butterfly Gardens, plus access to exhibitions, galleries, and immersive zones.

  • Discover 12,000 years of art at the Louvre, stroll beneath the iconic dome, and let kids explore the interactive Children’s Museum.

  • Step into Abu Dhabi’s first butterfly sanctuary, home to 10,000 butterflies, lush bio-domes, and unique wildlife encounters.

  • See rare exhibitions, ancient relics, and masterpieces from around the world at the Louvre Abu Dhabi.

  • Experience hands-on conservation exhibits, koi fish feeding, and educational butterfly life cycle displays.

More details

  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi and The Butterfly Gardens, plus access to exhibitions, galleries, and immersive zones.

  • Discover 12,000 years of art at the Louvre, stroll beneath the iconic dome, and let kids explore the interactive Children’s Museum.

  • Step into Abu Dhabi’s first butterfly sanctuary, home to 10,000 butterflies, lush bio-domes, and unique wildlife encounters.

  • See rare exhibitions, ancient relics, and masterpieces from around the world at the Louvre Abu Dhabi.

  • Experience hands-on conservation exhibits, koi fish feeding, and educational butterfly life cycle displays.

from AED 125
AED 115

8% off

Blue butterfly resting on a hand at The Butterfly Garden.
Tourist admiring a butterfly at The Butterfly Garden surrounded by lush greenery.
Butterfly Garden entrance with glass domes and butterfly sculpture, adjacent to National Aquarium.
Visitors exploring exhibits at Zayed National Museum, Abu Dhabi.
Zayed National Museum exterior with UAE flag in Abu Dhabi.
Family exploring The Butterfly Garden with vibrant flowers and butterflies under a sunlit dome.
Sleeping binturong on a tree branch at The Butterfly Garden.
Koi fish swimming in a pond surrounded by lush greenery at The Butterfly Garden.
Anteater on a tree branch in The Butterfly Garden.
Children observing butterflies at The Butterfly Garden.
Blue butterfly perched on a dandelion at sunrise in The Butterfly Garden.
Close-up of a beetle on a rock at The Butterfly Garden.
Kids observing exhibits at Zayed National Museum.
Visitors viewing maritime exhibits at Zayed National Museum, featuring a large traditional wooden ship.
Curved architectural detail of Zayed National Museum exterior in Abu Dhabi.
Staircase inside Zayed National Museum with modern design elements.
Curved ceiling and architectural details inside Zayed National Museum.
Curved architectural detail of Zayed National Museum exterior in Abu Dhabi.
Zayed National Museum exterior with unique architectural design in Abu Dhabi.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • Enjoy entry to Zayed National Museum and The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi, with access to galleries, bio-domes, and interactive exhibits.

  • Discover artefacts spanning 300,000 years, hands-on displays, and the lush Al Masar Garden at Zayed National Museum.

  • Step into climate-controlled bio-domes and walk among 10,000 butterflies in Abu Dhabi’s first immersive butterfly sanctuary.

  • Encounter wildlife including sloths, caiman crocodiles, bearcats, koi fish, and exotic insects at Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi.

  • Explore educational exhibits on butterfly life cycles and conservation, plus a koi fish feeding experience.

More details

  • Enjoy entry to Zayed National Museum and The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi, with access to galleries, bio-domes, and interactive exhibits.

  • Discover artefacts spanning 300,000 years, hands-on displays, and the lush Al Masar Garden at Zayed National Museum.

  • Step into climate-controlled bio-domes and walk among 10,000 butterflies in Abu Dhabi’s first immersive butterfly sanctuary.

  • Encounter wildlife including sloths, caiman crocodiles, bearcats, koi fish, and exotic insects at Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi.

  • Explore educational exhibits on butterfly life cycles and conservation, plus a koi fish feeding experience.

from AED 125
AED 115.20

8% off

Children observing butterflies in a domed garden at The Butterfly Garden.
Butterfly Garden entrance with glass domes and butterfly sculpture, adjacent to National Aquarium.
Blue butterfly resting on a person's hand at The Butterfly Garden.
Immersive digital art display at TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi with vibrant colors and abstract patterns.
Interactive art installation with floating spheres at Team Lab Abu Dhabi.
Children observing butterflies at The Butterfly Garden.
Sleeping binturong on a tree branch at The Butterfly Garden.
Close-up of a beetle on a rock at The Butterfly Garden.
Koi fish swimming in a pond surrounded by lush greenery at The Butterfly Garden.
Anteater on a tree branch in The Butterfly Garden.
Tourist admiring a butterfly at The Butterfly Garden surrounded by lush greenery.
Blue butterfly perched on a dandelion at sunrise in The Butterfly Garden.
Person standing on illuminated blue and yellow interactive floor at Team Lab Abu Dhabi.
Interactive digital art installation at TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi with colorful light projections.
Interactive digital art display at Team Lab Abu Dhabi with colorful lights and hand interaction.
Immersive red and black art installation at TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi.
Immersive digital art installation at TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi with flowing blue lights.
Person gazing at illuminated installation at TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi.
Child interacting with colorful digital art installation at Team Lab Abu Dhabi.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • Enjoy entry to The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi and teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi with this convenient, value-saving combo ticket.

  • Step into climate-controlled bio-domes and wander among 10,000 butterflies, lush greenery, and unique wildlife encounters.

  • Dive into interactive digital art at teamLab Phenomena, where light, motion, and touch blend for a truly immersive experience.

  • Access educational exhibits on butterfly life cycles, conservation, and a koi fish feeding experience.

  • Family-friendly amenities and children’s activity areas make this combo perfect for all ages.

More details

  • Enjoy entry to The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi and teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi with this convenient, value-saving combo ticket.

  • Step into climate-controlled bio-domes and wander among 10,000 butterflies, lush greenery, and unique wildlife encounters.

  • Dive into interactive digital art at teamLab Phenomena, where light, motion, and touch blend for a truly immersive experience.

  • Access educational exhibits on butterfly life cycles, conservation, and a koi fish feeding experience.

  • Family-friendly amenities and children’s activity areas make this combo perfect for all ages.

from AED 205
AED 190

7% off

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Tuesday10:00am - 8:00pm
Wednesday10:00am - 8:00pm
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Friday9:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday9:00am - 8:00pm
Sunday9:00am - 8:00pm

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What our guests say

Surugiu C

Romania
Group
Feb 2026


Nice place to visit, way cheaper than the one in Dubai. It is not that big and it is very nice. The kids loved the place. My daughter was fascinated with the Capibara she saw live and my son was enthusiastic for touching a real snake. We could even let our bags at the entrance so was nice because we had the flight that same day and had 4 of them

Combo: The Butterfly Gardens + National Aquarium Abu Dhabi Tickets

John I

Qatar
Group
Feb 2026

Abu Dhabi Aquarium was breathtaking, filled with incredible marine life, immersive tunnels, and stunning exhibits. Headout made everything stress-free and perfectly organized from easy booking to smooth entry making the entire day magical and unforgettable.

Combo: The Butterfly Gardens + National Aquarium Abu Dhabi Tickets

Erwann H

France
Family
Feb 2026

A family visit to Abu Dhabi's presidential palace, Qasr Al Watan, is immediately impressive for its architectural grandeur and vast, majestic halls. Beyond the opulence, the palace reveals its intellectual wealth through its libraries, manuscripts, and precious objects, which bear witness to history and knowledge. At the end of the day, the golden light transforms the marble and domes, creating a poetic and soothing atmosphere. Children marvel, adults contemplate, and everyone leaves with the feeling of having had a cultural, aesthetic, and deeply memorable experience, where grandeur blends with family emotion.

Combo: Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi + Qasr Al Watan Tickets

Katja P

Germany
Family
Feb 2026



Yesterday we visited the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi. I conveniently booked the tickets online while still in the car, and we got through the entrance without any problems. The palace is simply overwhelming! We would have liked some more information about its history. The beauty of the architecture, the craftsmanship, and the park is incredible!!! It was a very special and unforgettable experience.

Combo: Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi + Qasr Al Watan Tickets

Jeanna T

United Arab Emirates
Couple
Feb 2026

Wonderful refreshing experience at the butterfly garden. Colorful wings, peaceful paths, and hundreds of butterflies flying freely made it a magical visit for everyone today there. My favorite part were butterflies resting on my arm, hand or head

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Kadir G

United Arab Emirates
Couple
Feb 2026

Easy reach to ticket and all explained nicely by mail and watsapp, perfect timing and fast no need to afraid if you buy your tickets before your visit you can catch discounts but you can buy Last minute while you are on the way to museum like me.

Combo: Louvre + Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi Tickets

Birgit S

Germany
Group
Feb 2026

TeamLab phenomena is a unique and immersive experience for all the senses, combining art, technology, and nature. You can see and feel huge, interactive installations, including areas with water, light shows or art galleries. You can even get creative yourself, whether big or small, and become part of an installation. Pur 2,5 Hours were magical, mind-blowing, and calming at the same time.

Combo: Butterfly Gardens + teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi Tickets

Zaher L

France
Family
Feb 2026



A magnificent, well-designed natural history museum, with the added bonus of Lucie's original skeleton! What a wonderful surprise! And Team Lab is a fantastic sensory experience that is not to be missed!

Combo: Butterfly Gardens + teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi Tickets

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