Hili Archaeological Park
Bronze Age tombs in a garden setting.
Wonder No. 45 · Abu Dhabi · Heritage
Hili Archaeological Park sits on the edge of Al Ain and shelters some of the oldest human traces in the UAE. Its centrepiece is the Hili Grand Tomb, a circular stone tomb built around 2500 BC in the Umm An-Nar period.
The site is part of the UNESCO-listed Cultural Sites of Al Ain, together with the oasis, the Bida Bint Saud area and the tombs of Jebel Hafeet. Beehive tombs and traces of ancient falaj irrigation also survive here.
Why it is a wonderYou are standing on a 4,500-year-old burial site, in a landscaped garden you can wander in the evening.
Best timeOctober to April, late afternoon.
Time needed1 hour
Getting thereIn the Hili district of Al Ain, around 15 minutes from the city centre.
Tips for your visit
- Opening hours vary by season and by day, so check before you go.
- Visit near sunset when the stone turns golden and the heat eases.
- Pair it with Jebel Hafeet and the other Al Ain sites.
Opening hours and access can change, especially around holidays and in summer. Confirm locally before you travel.
Last checked November 2026. Spotted something out of date? Let us know.
