Most of us picture the magnificent skyscrapers, lavish malls, and luxurious dinings when we think of Dubai. However, this desert city has a lot more to offer. The word is almost anything is possible in this enchanting, vivacious, and full-of-life city.
Here are our top recommendations for some of the best things to do in Dubai- a Middle Eastern hot spot. Let’s explore!
17 Best Things to Do in Dubai
- Visit Burj Khalifa
There is nothing more fascinating than a panoramic view of the city and the Arabian Gulf from the top of Burj Khalifa. You can imagine how beautiful the sunset would be from the 125th floor!
- Go For Desert Safari
A camel safari, dune bashing, sandboarding, or quad biking in Dubai’s dunes is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Do not miss out on the electrifying fire shows, Tanura shows, belly dance, and barbeque dinner.
- Take a Hot Air Balloon Ride
Floating at 4,000 ft from the ground over the Dubai desert will leave your jaw drop. Flying in a luxurious hot air balloon is one of the most adventurous things to do while you’re there.
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- Enjoy a Snow Ski
Enjoy the wonders of snow in the desert city at the Mall of the Emirates. You can indulge in indoor skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, or just simply make, throw, and play with snowballs.
- Ride In a Helicopter
A 25 minutes long helicopter ride over Dubai city is a thrilling experience. You get to see the breathtaking view of the city at once.
- Take a Souk Tour
Dubai offers retail therapy to non-adventurers. The antique market places present the best of products at the most competitive prices. It’s heaven for shopaholics!
- Go to the Dubai Mall
Being the largest shopping mall in the world, Dubai Mall has around 1200 stores. It also happens to have an indoor theme park, a cinema, an aquarium with over 33000 underwater animals, an indoor waterfall, an underwater zoo, and more.
- Experience Indoor Skydiving
If you’re a first-time flyer, indoor skydiving at iFly is a must for you. It is a double vertical wind tunnel that provides a gravity-defying skydiving experience.
- Attend the Global Village
From rides and carnivals to experience centers, shops, and food, the Dubai Global Village is a complete package of fun, amusement, and recreation for families.
- Visit the Kite Beach
It is one of the less explored beaches of Dubai and makes a perfect spot for sunbathing, leisure walks, and stunning sunset views.
- Pay a Visit to Etihad Museum
Discover the contemporary UAE history and learn about the rich heritage of the city and its culture in the unique museum.
- Try the XLine Dubai Marina
The XLine ride soars at the speed of 50 miles per hour flying across highways, skyscrapers, and swimming pools through the city of Dubai. It is one of the longest, steepest, and fastest urban zip lines in the world.
- Visit the Spice Souk
Bustling with intoxicating sights and smells, the Spice Souk has all kinds of traditional Middle Eastern spice mixes. You can also find handmade lanterns, clothes, and souvenirs there.
- Witness the Dubai Fountain Show
Located at the center of downtown Dubai, the show takes place every 30 minutes, where the water jet reaches a height of 140m in the air creating a magical ambiance.
- The Starlight Camp
Sleeping in a dome-shaped tent with views of the starlit open skies in the middle of the desert is not a recurring experience. You should try it!
- Jumeirah Mosque
Crafted entirely from white stone in the medieval Fatimid style, Jumeirah Mosque is the only mosque in Dubai that’s open to non-Muslim visitors.
- Dubai Opera House
Located in front of the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera House has a breathtaking futuristic design. You can catch musicals, ballet, comedy, concerts, family shows, and a drink from the rooftop bar.
With so many interesting things to do, you should begin planning your vacation soon to accommodate every place from the list on your trip.
We hope this list helps you. Have a safe vacation!
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