Hili Archaeological Park sits in the northern outskirts of Al Ain, near the Omani border, and contains the most accessible and well-presented Bronze Age remains in the UAE. The centrepiece is the Hili Grand Tomb, a circular stone structure about nine metres in diameter that has been partially reconstructed to show its original form. The exterior walls carry carved stone panels that are unique in the region — geometric patterns and figurative carvings that provide a rare glimpse of the artistic sensibility of the people who built the falaj oases.
The park also contains several other excavated tomb structures, a reconstructed ancient village, and interpretive displays that give context to the Umm an-Nar culture that flourished here. The name "Umm an-Nar" refers to an island off Abu Dhabi where similar Bronze Age materials were first excavated — the archaeological culture is named for the discovery site, though Al Ain is now the best place to see it in depth.
Hili is a 15-minute drive north of the city centre. The park is well maintained and has shaded walkways between the main features. Combine it with the Al Ain Museum, whose archaeological collection includes objects from these same excavations, for the most complete picture of Al Ain's ancient history. Modest entry fee; closed during the hottest part of the afternoon.