Top 10 Things to Do in Dubai, UAE
1. DUBAI DESERT SAFARI
You can book a desert safari experience that includes dune bashing, sandboarding, camel rides, henna painting, food, shisha smoking, fire show, belly dancing, etc.
2. BURJ KHALIFA
With a total height of approx. 830 m (2,722 ft) the Burj Khalifa is the tallest structure in the world.
3. DUBAI MARINA
It is an artificial canal city, built along a 3 km stretch of Persian Gulf shoreline. Upon completion, it is claimed to be the world’s largest man-made marina.
4. THE WATERFRONT MARKET
In 2017 a new modern food market was constructed, and sellers relocated from old Deira Fish Market to Waterfront Market. In addition to fresh meat, fish, vegetables, and fruits, the market offers restaurants, bars, and a large supermarket. We visited the old Deira fish market before it was closed.
5. SHOPPING MALLS
If you like shopping, Dubai is a place for you. The two most famous malls are THE DUBAI MALL which is the largest mall in the world by total area (that also features Dubai Aquarium) and MALL OF THE EMIRATES that also features indoor ski slopes (Ski Dubai).
6. BEACH
There are many free public beach places in Dubai, for example:
- JBR BEACH
- JUMEIRAH OPEN BEACH
- KITESURFING BEACH
There are many private beaches and pools usually located within the hotel area or waterparks.
7. THE DUBAI FOUNTAIN
It is the world’s largest choreographed fountain system. It is located on a manmade Burj Khalifa Lake. The fountain is animated with performances set to light and music.
8. BURJ AL ARAB
It stands on an artificial island. The shape of the structure is designed to mimic the sail of a ship. Although officially a five-star hotel, it is frequently described as “the world’s only seven-star hotel“.
9. GOLD SOUK
It is a traditional market or souk in Dubai. The market consists of over 380 retailers, most of whom are jewelry traders. Approximately 10 tons of gold is present at any given time in the souk.
10. AL FAHIDI/AL BASTAKIYA
It is a Dubai historical neighborhood from the early 1900s built using traditional building materials. The buildings are currently used for art exhibits, museums, and cultural and artistic societies.