Al Wahda Mall Abu Dhabi: Timings, Shops, Parking and Cinema

Last checked: July 2026

Visiting Al Wahda Mall can be enjoyable, but planning the trip is not always as simple as it looks. Many visitors struggle with different opening hours, changing store locations, parking charges and the difference between the Main Mall and the Extension. A person may arrive for one shop, restaurant or movie and then spend extra time searching for the correct floor or entrance.

Families often face additional problems. They may want to know which activities are suitable for children, whether baby-changing facilities are available and how crowded the mall becomes during weekends. Tourists and bus travellers may also be unsure about the walking route from Abu Dhabi Main Bus Station or the easiest entrance to use.

While researching Al Wahda Mall, I compared the official timings, live store directory, floor plans, entertainment listings, services and parking updates. I found that many third-party guides still contain old cinema names, outdated tenant lists or incomplete timing details. This can make a simple visit more confusing than necessary.

For that reason, this guide focuses on the practical information visitors need before leaving home. It covers Al Wahda Mall timings, shops, restaurants, Star Cinemas, family entertainment, parking, public transport, accessibility and nearby places. The aim is to help you choose the right time, entrance and mall section so you can avoid unnecessary walking and enjoy a smoother visit.

About Al Wahda Mall

Al Wahda Mall is a major shopping, dining and entertainment destination in central Abu Dhabi. It was established in 2007 and now covers about 3.3 million square feet. The official mall profile states that it has more than 350 brands, over 50 food and beverage outlets and approximately 4,000 parking spaces.

The mall includes Lulu Hypermarket, international and value-fashion brands, electronics stores, homeware, pharmacies, restaurants, entertainment venues and Star Cinemas. It is also connected to Grand Millennium Al Wahda.

Mall information	Details
Mall name	Al Wahda Mall
City	Abu Dhabi
Established	2007
Approximate area	3.3 million square feet
Brands	More than 350
Food and beverage outlets	More than 50
Parking capacity	Approximately 4,000 spaces
Main hypermarket	Lulu Hypermarket
Cinema	Star Cinemas
Connected hotel	Grand Millennium Al Wahda
Telephone	+971 2 443 7000
Email	info@alwahdamall.ae

The mall’s official contact page confirms the telephone number and email address above.

Store totals may vary between different websites because tenants can open, close or relocate. Visitors looking for one particular brand should use the live official store directory before travelling.

The official mall also provides useful services for families, tourists and People of Determination. These include free Wi-Fi, electric-vehicle charging, free wheelchairs, baby-changing areas, prayer rooms for men and women, accessible parking, lost-and-found support, car washing and car-window tinting.

Extension

The Al Wahda Mall Extension added more shopping, dining and leisure space to the original mall. The Main Mall and Extension are connected, but they can feel like separate sections during a first visit.

Star Cinemas is located on the third floor of the Extension. Several other shops, dining outlets, services and entertainment venues are also located in this part of the complex.

Before visiting a particular store or activity:

• Check its current floor and unit number.
• Confirm whether it is in the Main Mall or Extension.
• Open the official floor plan before arriving.
• Take a screenshot of the shop information.
• Ask the Happiness Desk when the route is unclear.

This simple preparation can prevent a long walk from the wrong entrance or parking area.

Mall Timings

Different parts of Al Wahda Mall follow different opening hours. The general shop schedule should not be used as the cinema, restaurant or Lulu Hypermarket schedule.

Mall section	Sunday–Wednesday	Thursday	Friday–Saturday
Shops and kiosks	10:00 AM–10:00 PM	10:00 AM–11:00 PM	10:00 AM–12:00 midnight
Restaurants and cafés	10:00 AM–11:00 PM	10:00 AM–12:00 midnight	10:00 AM–1:00 AM
Food court and family entertainment	10:00 AM–11:00 PM	10:00 AM–12:00 midnight	10:00 AM–1:00 AM
Cinema	10:00 AM–12:00 midnight daily	10:00 AM–12:00 midnight	10:00 AM–12:00 midnight
Lulu Hypermarket	8:00 AM–12:00 midnight daily	8:00 AM–12:00 midnight	8:00 AM–12:00 midnight

These are the regular hours currently published on the official mall website. An individual shop, restaurant, bank or service centre may follow a different schedule.

The mall also publishes separate Ramadan hours:

Mall section	Ramadan timing
Shops, kiosks and family entertainment, Sunday–Wednesday	10:00 AM–12:00 midnight
Shops, kiosks and family entertainment, Thursday–Saturday	10:00 AM–1:00 AM
Restaurants, cafés and food court	10:00 AM–2:00 AM
Cinema	According to the movie schedule
Lulu Hypermarket	8:00 AM–1:00 AM

Public-holiday, Ramadan and event timings may change. Visitors travelling for one specific shop, meal or movie should confirm its individual hours before leaving.

Weekday mornings and early afternoons may be more comfortable for quick shopping. Weekend evenings are more likely to feel busy near restaurants, entertainment areas and the cinema.

Location

Al Wahda Mall is located on Hazza Bin Zayed the First Street in the Al Nahyan area of Abu Dhabi. Official tenant listings also describe the location as being near Old Airport Road and Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street.

Its central location makes it useful for:

• Residents of Abu Dhabi
• Tourists staying in the city centre
• Visitors arriving at Abu Dhabi Main Bus Station
• Guests of Grand Millennium Al Wahda
• People attending events near Al Nahyan Stadium
• Workers and students completing daily errands

Taxi and ride-hailing passengers should enter the exact store, cinema, hotel or mall section into their navigation app. Asking only for “Al Wahda Mall” may result in being dropped off far from the intended destination.

Abu Dhabi Main Bus Station is close to the mall. However, the most comfortable final route depends on the weather, luggage and passenger mobility. Travellers carrying heavy bags may prefer a short taxi instead of walking.

Floor Plan

The official Al Wahda Mall website provides maps for four levels:

• Ground floor
• First floor
• Second floor
• Third floor

These maps are available through the official floor-plan page.

The maps should be used to confirm the latest location of a shop rather than relying on an old blog post. Tenants can move between units or sections.

Star Cinemas is confirmed on the third floor of the Extension. The third-floor area also contains dining, entertainment, electronics and selected services, but visitors should check the live map for the exact unit they need.

Useful navigation tips include:

• Search by unit number as well as brand name.
• Check whether the shop is in the Extension.
• Choose a clear meeting place when visiting with family.
• Use lifts when travelling with a wheelchair or stroller.
• Photograph the nearest parking pillar before entering.
• Ask the Happiness Desk for the quickest indoor route.

Your Favorite Shops & Brands

Al Wahda Mall offers fashion, electronics, home products, beauty, jewellery, sportswear, children’s stores, pharmacies, banking, money exchange and daily services.

The official mall profile currently highlights major names such as Lulu Hypermarket, H&M, IKEA, Sharaf DG, Brands For Less, LC Waikiki, Max Fashion, R&B, Home Box, Home Centre and ALBAIK.

Al Wahda Mall Shops

The live directory groups stores into categories such as:

• Anchor stores
• Fashion
• Electronics and appliances
• Beauty, perfumes and cosmetics
• Children and maternity
• Sportswear
• Footwear
• Jewellery and watches
• Homeware and furniture
• Pharmacies and wellness
• Books, toys and gifts
• Banks and ATMs
• Money exchange
• Optical stores
• Service centres

The mall’s official directory should be treated as the main source for current store availability.

Anchor Stores

Lulu Hypermarket opens at 8:00 AM, earlier than the mall’s general shops. It is useful for groceries, household products and everyday needs.

IKEA is another major shopping destination inside the mall. Visitors should confirm its current entrance and floor information through the live directory before arriving.

Sharaf DG provides electronics and appliance shopping, while other major stores cover fashion, home furnishings and value retail.

Fashion

The mall offers a mixture of affordable, mid-range and international fashion.

Current official mall information highlights names such as:

• H&M
• Brands For Less
• LC Waikiki
• Max Fashion
• R&B
• Splash
• American Eagle

Store locations can change, so the official directory should be checked before visiting one specific brand.

Beauty Stores

Beauty and wellness options include cosmetics, perfumes, pharmacies, salons, health stores and optical services.

The store directory contains categories for:

• Beauty and cosmetics
• Perfumes
• Pharmacy and wellness
• Optical and sunglasses
• Salons and spas

Visitors should avoid depending on a long static beauty-store list because small kiosks and specialist retailers may change frequently.

Kids’ Stores at Al Wahda Mall

Families can find children’s clothing, maternity products, toys, stationery, gifts and party items.

Parents can combine children’s shopping with family entertainment, food-court dining or a movie. Check the age requirements and prices of entertainment venues before making a special trip.

Speciality Stores, Salons and Spas

Al Wahda Mall is also useful for practical services, including:

• Banks and ATMs
• Money exchange
• Pharmacies
• Salons
• Optical stores
• Mobile services
• Health and wellness
• Government or document services
• Gift wrapping
• Luggage and leather products

Visitors who need a time-sensitive service should check its individual operating hours because banks, medical services and government-related centres may close earlier than general shops.

A World of the Finest Dining Experiences

Al Wahda Mall has more than 50 food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, cafés, fast food, desserts and food-court options.

The most suitable choice depends on the type of visit:

Visitor need	Useful dining option
Quick lunch	Food court or fast food
Family meal	Casual sit-down restaurant
Coffhttps://dubaiuncover.com/coffee-near-me-uae/ee meeting	Café away from entertainment areas
Budget meal	Value food-court outlet
Dinner after shopping	Restaurant following the later schedule
Food before a movie	Outlet near the third-floor cinema area

Al Wahda Mall Restaurants

The mall offers casual dining and international cuisine as well as fast-food and café options.

Barbeque Nation is currently listed on the ground floor and follows the mall’s extended restaurant schedule.

Before choosing a restaurant, consider:

• Cuisine
• Price level
• Floor and section
• Family seating
• Distance from the cinema
• Weekend waiting time
• Individual opening hours

Visitors planning a family dinner on Friday or Saturday may benefit from arriving before the busiest evening period.

Cafés and Coffee Places at Al Wahda Mall

The mall includes cafés suitable for short breaks, takeaway drinks and informal meetings.

For a quieter meeting, choose a café away from the cinema and family-entertainment areas. For a short visit, choose an outlet near the entrance or store you plan to use.

Fast Food Places

ALBAIK is currently listed among the mall’s major food brands. The official mall profile also confirms its presence in the shopping complex.

Other fast-food choices may be available in the food court. Check the official dining directory for the current list.

Dessert Places

Dessert options can include ice cream, bakeries, sweets, drinks and cafés.

Families can plan a dessert stop after a children’s activity or movie, but outlet locations and opening hours should be confirmed through the live directory.

Entertainment Venues at Al Wahda Mall

The official entertainment directory currently lists:

• Star Cinemas
• Orange Wheels
• Wanasa Land
• Rolling Wheels
• Trains and Rides
• Play and Dream
• Legends Billiard & Snooker Hall
• Korean Selfie & Karaoke Booth

Each activity may have different age limits, prices and operating hours. Parents should check:

• Suitable age group
• Adult-supervision rules
• Session length
• Clothing or socks requirements
• Advance-booking options
• Weekend capacity

Star Cinemas

Star Cinemas is located on the third floor of the Extension. The official mall movies page provides current and upcoming films, languages, screens and showtimes.

Before travelling:

• Check the movie date and language.
• Confirm the showtime.
• Book popular weekend shows early.
• Arrive before the listed starting time.
• Check when the movie ends.
• Confirm parking validation with the cinema or customer service.

Some mall shops may close before the final movie finishes, so visitors should plan food and shopping before a late show.

Orange Wheels

Orange Wheels is currently included in the mall’s official entertainment directory.

Families should confirm the latest entry price, age suitability, session rules and timing directly with the venue before making a special visit.

Rolling Wheels Entertainment

Rolling Wheels is currently listed as an entertainment kiosk. Its exact format, prices and operating arrangements may change, so visitors should check the current official listing or ask the Happiness Desk.

The official directory also lists Trains and Rides, Play and Dream, Wanasa Land and other activities for children, teenagers and groups.

4,000 Parking Spaces

Al Wahda Mall states that it provides approximately 4,000 parking spaces and several road-access points.

The mall introduced an automated ticketless parking system in July 2025. Vehicle number plates are recorded when cars enter and leave.

The following charges were published when the ticketless system was introduced:

Parking period	Published charge
Between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM	AED 10 per hour
First three hours after 10:00 AM	Free
Three to four hours	AED 10
Four to five hours	AED 20
Five to six hours	AED 30
Six to seven hours	AED 50
More than seven hours	AED 100

These were the published July 2025 rates. Drivers should check the current entrance signs before parking because prices, validation rules and payment methods can change.

When the system launched, shoppers could receive extra free hours or parking-fee waivers through purchase validation. Visitors were advised to take their receipt and vehicle plate number to a customer-care kiosk in the mall or Lulu Hypermarket.

The ticketless system was also reported to support payment through Parkonic tools, QR codes and payment stations. Drivers should follow the current instructions displayed inside the parking area.

Useful parking tips include:

• Read the fee sign before entering.
• Check whether your purchase qualifies for validation.
• Photograph your parking level and pillar.
• Park closer to the Extension for Star Cinemas.
• Allow extra time during busy weekends.
• Pay or validate before returning to the exit.
• Ask customer service if the number plate is recorded incorrectly.

The mall officially provides electric-car charging and designated parking for People of Determination at selected locations.

Getting There

Al Wahda Mall is accessible by car, taxi, local public transport and inter-emirate buses.

By car: Use Hazza Bin Zayed the First Street or the surrounding central Abu Dhabi road network. Traffic may be heavier during weekend evenings, public holidays and major events.

By taxi or ride-hailing: Enter the exact mall section, hotel, cinema or shop into the app to reduce unnecessary walking.

From Abu Dhabi Main Bus Station: The bus station is close to the mall. Check the current pedestrian route and weather before walking, particularly when carrying luggage or travelling with children.

From Dubai: Abu Dhabi Mobility currently lists E100, E101 and E102 as daily services connected with Abu Dhabi Main Bus Station. The published inter-emirate fare is AED 25. Passengers should check the current Dubai departure station and schedule for each route before travelling.

From Zayed International Airport: Airport taxis provide the simplest direct option for passengers carrying luggage. Public buses also travel from outside the Arrivals area toward Abu Dhabi city. The airport states that A-series services operate 24 hours a day, while other routes serve areas including Al Nahyan and Al Danah. Use the Darbi journey planner to confirm the latest connection to the mall.

Public-transport routes may change, so avoid publishing a local bus number without checking it near the date of travel.

The Area

Al Wahda Mall is in a central area close to hotels, residential buildings, the main bus station and Al Nahyan Stadium.

Visitors can combine a mall trip with:

• A hotel stay
• An intercity bus journey
• A football match or nearby event
• Grocery shopping
• Dinner
• A cinema visit
• Family entertainment
• Central Abu Dhabi sightseeing

A practical visit may take:

Type of visit	Suggested planning time
One shop or grocery visit	45–90 minutes
Shopping and lunch	2–3 hours
Family activity and meal	3–5 hours
Shopping, movie and dinner	5 hours or more

These are planning estimates rather than official mall limits. Visitors staying longer should consider the current parking charges.

Premium Luxury 5-Star Hotel in Abu Dhabi

Grand Millennium Al Wahda is a five-star hotel connected to Al Wahda Mall. The official mall page lists 840 rooms, suites and serviced apartments, along with restaurants, a spa and fitness facilities.

The connection is convenient for:

• Business travellers
• Families
• Tourists arriving by bus
• Guests without a private car
• Visitors attending events
• People who want indoor access to shopping and dining

The official hotel information lists the address as Hazza Bin Zayed Street, Al Wahda Complex, Abu Dhabi, and gives the contact number as +971 2 443 9999.

FAQs

Have It All & More

Al Wahda Mall offers shopping, dining, entertainment and everyday services in one central Abu Dhabi location. However, the quality of the visit often depends on how well it is planned. Different businesses follow different timings, the Main Mall and Extension can be confusing for first-time visitors, and parking charges may increase during a longer stay.

From my review of the official mall directory, floor maps, service pages, cinema information and parking updates, the most useful advice is to plan around your exact purpose. Check the latest location of the shop or activity, confirm whether it is in the Main Mall or Extension and choose the most convenient entrance or parking area before arriving.

Families should verify entertainment prices, age limits and session rules. Cinema visitors should confirm the movie time and parking validation. Drivers should read the latest fee signs, while bus travellers should check their return schedule and walking route.

Based on the mall’s location, facilities and mix of shopping and entertainment, Al Wahda Mall is a practical choice for families, tourists, workers and local residents. With current information and a simple visit plan, you can reduce waiting time, avoid unnecessary walking and make better use of your time inside the mall.