United Arab Emirates · TRAVEL GUIDES IN ENGLISH
Architecture between skyscrapers, neighborhoods next to the Creek and coastal and desert landscapes to discover different sides of Dubai.
YOUR JOURNEY, AT YOUR RHYTHM
Combine a visit to the Burj Khalifa viewpoint with the surroundings of Downtown, reserving the mode and time you prefer.
Dedicate another day to the historic neighborhoods and the Creek. Organize visits to Palm Jumeirah or nature areas separately.
TOURS AND EXPERIENCES
Choose an area or destination to see places, activities, tips and itineraries. The length and budget of each guide are editorial suggestions.
Downtown · Dubai Mall surroundings
Combine the Burj Khalifa observation decks, Dubai Mall aquarium and a walk by Dubai Fountain. Arrange admission to each attraction and check the fountain's schedule.
2 days suggested · Flexible budget
What to see and do in Downtown Dubai: tower, aquarium and fountain →
Bur Dubai · Heritage neighborhoods and traditional transportation
Al Fahidi and Al Shindagha preserve stories of the city linked to Dubai Creek. Combine their heritage sites with a traditional abra crossing to Deira, allowing time for the journeys.
2 days suggested · Moderate budget
What to see and do in historic Dubai: Al Fahidi and the Creek →
Deira · Al Ras and water front
The Gold and Spice Souks form a route through Al Ras. Waterfront Market is in another part of Deira and requires its own transfer; distribute the visits according to your rhythm.
2 days suggested · Moderate budget
What to see and do in Deira: souks and Waterfront Market →
Sheikh Zayed Road · Zabeel · Al Mina
Dubai Frame and Etihad Museum offer perspectives of the city and the Emirati union. The Museum of the Future maintains an announced temporary closure: check the reopening before planning your exhibitions.
2 days suggested · Moderate budget
What to see and do in Architecture and museums in Dubai →
Jumeirah · Mosque, beaches and silhouette of Burj Al Arab
The Jumeirah Mosque, Kite Beach and the silhouette of Burj Al Arab show different sides of the coast. They are separate sectors; The hotel has announced restoration and interior access requires official confirmation.
2 days suggested · Moderate budget
What to see and do in Jumeirah: culture and coast →
Dubai Marina · Palm Jumeirah · Separate enclosures
Dubai Marina Walk, The View and Aquaventure offer different experiences between the canal and Palm Jumeirah. Plan your transfers and leave your own day for the water park.
3 days suggested · Flexible budget
What to see and do in Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah →
Al Barsha South · Dubailand · Separate venues
Miracle Garden and Butterfly Garden are neighboring enclosures with different entrances. Global Village needs another move and operates seasonally; Please confirm calendars before arranging these visits.
2 days suggested · Moderate budget
What to see and do in Floral Gardens and Global Village →
Ras Al Khor · Al Warqa · Desert Reserve
Ras Al Khor, Dubai Safari Park and the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve are in different zones. This guide proposes separate days: municipal observatories, park with entrance and desert with authorized operator.
3 days suggested · Flexible budget
What to see and do in Fauna, wetlands and desert →LOCAL FLAVORS
Discover Emirati cuisine and the regional flavors that share the table in Dubai: spicy rice, traditional breakfasts and small sweet bites.
Traditional Emirati and Gulf rice
Basmati rice with chicken and spices, in a preparation shared by several Gulf cuisines. A celebration dish present in the Emirati tradition.
Reference: Visit Dubai · Gastronomic traditions
Traditional Emirati cuisine
Slowly cooked wheat with meat and ghee until a creamy texture is achieved. It is part of the traditional tables during Ramadan and Eid.
Reference: Visit Dubai · Arabic dishes
A sweet ending of Emirati tradition
Small balls of fried dough, golden on the outside and soft on the inside, finished with date syrup or honey. A sweet to share.
Reference: Visit Dubai · Local culture and cuisine
Emirati and Gulf Breakfasts
Thin sweetened noodles accompanied by egg omelette. The mix of sweet and salty is one of the traditional Emirati breakfast proposals.
Reference: Visit Dubai · Emirati cuisine
Street food of the region
Spiced meat roasted on a rotating skewer, cut into strips and served on bread with accompaniments. A regional classic very present in Dubai.
Reference: Visit Dubai · Arabic dishes
A Levantine classic on the tables of Dubai
Chickpea cream with tahini, lemon and olive oil. An accompaniment to Levantine cuisine that you can enjoy with bread in Dubai.
Reference: Visit Dubai · Arabic dishes
BEFORE YOU LEAVE
Downtown, Deira, Jumeirah, Marina and Palm Jumeirah are separated. Calculate the routes and consult public transport or taxi for the sections that are not covered by a short walk.
Select the included venue, levels or experiences before paying. The Museum of the Future announces temporary closure: check its official reopening before organizing a visit to the exhibitions.
Miracle Garden and Global Village require a confirmed schedule for your date. Don't confuse general admission with a concert, additional attraction, or special event.
The traditional abra is paid for on site, the public visit to Jumeirah Mosque is registered with its Majlis and the DDCR desert is visited with an authorized excursion. Consult the instructions for each access.
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