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Dubai

A desert metropolis of record-breaking skyscrapers, gold souks, luxury beach resorts and dune safaris under endless sun.

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7 Attractions
5 Restaurants
5 Hotels
2 Itineraries

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Quick facts

Best time to visit

November to March is the season, with warm sunny days (low to mid 20s Celsius), perfect for the beach and desert. April and October are still pleasant. Summer (June to September) is extreme, often above 40C with high humidity, though hotels and malls are heavily air-conditioned and rates drop.

Daily budget
$180
Time zone
GMT+4 (GST)
Language
Arabic (English very widely spoken)
Currency
AED (UAE Dirham (AED))
Emergency
999 / 998
Power
Type G · 230V

About Dubai

Dubai is the city that turned a stretch of desert coastline into one of the planet's most audacious destinations. In barely a generation it has built the world's tallest tower, palm-shaped islands, indoor ski slopes and some of the most extravagant hotels ever conceived, all wrapped in year-round sunshine and a famously easy, tax-free lifestyle. Yet Dubai is more than glitter. Cross the creek into the old quarter of Al Fahidi and you find wind-tower houses, spice and gold souks, and wooden abra boats ferrying traders as they have for a century. Beyond the city, the red dunes of the Arabian Desert beckon for sunset safaris, camel rides and Bedouin-style camps under the stars. It is a place built for indulgence and ease: glittering malls with aquariums and ski slopes, pristine beaches and rooftop pools, world-spanning cuisine, and an international crowd that makes English the lingua franca. Safe, spotless and superbly connected as a global flight hub, Dubai is equally suited to a luxury escape, a family holiday or a quick stopover that turns into a highlight.

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Things to Do in Dubai

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Burj KhalifaEntertainment

Burj Khalifa

The world's tallest building at 828m, with the At the Top observation decks on floors 124, 125 and 148 offering jaw-dropping views over the city and desert.

1-2 hours From AED 1694.7(61,000)
Desert SafariAdventure

Desert Safari

A classic Dubai experience: dune bashing in 4x4s, camel rides, sandboarding and a Bedouin-style camp dinner with live entertainment under the stars.

6-7 hours From AED 1504.7(39,000)
The Dubai Mall & FountainShopping

The Dubai Mall & Fountain

One of the world's largest malls, with an aquarium, ice rink and over 1,200 shops, fronted by the spectacular choreographed Dubai Fountain.

Half day Free entry4.6(47,000)
Palm Jumeirah & AtlantisBeach

Palm Jumeirah & Atlantis

The iconic palm-shaped island of beach resorts, crowned by Atlantis The Palm with its waterpark, aquarium and the Aura Skypool.

Half day Varies by attraction4.5(28,000)
Dubai MarinaNightlife

Dubai Marina

A glittering canal district of soaring towers, a waterside promenade, yacht cruises, beach clubs and a buzzing dining and nightlife scene.

2-3 hours Free4.5(24,000)
Al Fahidi Historic DistrictHistorical

Al Fahidi Historic District

Old Dubai's atmospheric wind-tower quarter of narrow lanes, courtyard museums and cafes, beside the creek with its abra boats and spice and gold souks.

2-3 hours Free4.5(16,000)
Gold & Spice SouksShopping

Gold & Spice Souks

The dazzling traditional markets of Deira, where alleys glitter with gold jewellery and the air is thick with saffron, cinnamon and frankincense.

1-2 hours Free4.4(14,000)

Where to Eat in Dubai

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Pierchic

Pierchic

Seafood / Fine Dining $$$$4.6(4,200)

A romantic overwater seafood restaurant on a pier off Al Qasr, with sweeping views of the Burj Al Arab.

Zuma Dubai

Zuma Dubai

Japanese / Izakaya $$$$4.6(5,400)

A glamorous contemporary izakaya in DIFC, a perennial favourite for its robata grill and buzzing atmosphere.

Ravi Restaurant

Ravi Restaurant

Pakistani / Local $4.5(9,100)

A legendary, no-frills Pakistani eatery in Satwa, beloved for decades for its hearty curries at rock-bottom prices.

Al Ustad Special Kebab

Al Ustad Special Kebab

Persian / Local $4.5(7,300)

An iconic, photo-covered Bur Dubai institution serving outstanding charcoal kebabs since 1978.

Arabian Tea House

Arabian Tea House

Emirati / Cafe $$4.5(6,800)

A tranquil courtyard cafe in Al Fahidi serving traditional Emirati breakfasts and mezze beneath shady trees.

Where to Stay in Dubai

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Burj Al Arab Jumeirah

Burj Al Arab Jumeirah

Luxury $1,500/night4.8(9,200)

The sail-shaped icon of Dubai, an all-suite, butler-served palace of gold and opulence on its own island.

Address Downtown

Address Downtown

Luxury $420/night4.7(11,000)

Sleek five-star luxury at the foot of the Burj Khalifa, with knockout fountain views and a stunning pool deck.

Atlantis The Palm

Atlantis The Palm

Resort $500/night4.6(21,000)

A vast family resort on the Palm with the Aquaventure waterpark, an aquarium and a long private beach.

Rove Downtown

Rove Downtown

Mid-Range $120/night4.5(8,700)

A smart, affordable design hotel within walking distance of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall.

Dubai Youth Hostel

Dubai Youth Hostel

Hostel $30/night4.1(2,600)

A simple, friendly budget option near a metro station, the rare backpacker-priced bed in pricey Dubai.

Dubai Itineraries

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3-day trip

3 Days in Dubai: Skyline & Desert

easy $600 total

A first-timer's sweep of the record-breaking modern city, the old town and a desert safari.

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5-day trip

5-Day Dubai: Beaches, Desert & Adventure

easy $1,100 total

A fuller week pairing the icons with beach days, a waterpark and a desert overnight.

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Dubai Budget Guide

CategoryBudgetMid-RangeLuxury
Flights$600 - $1,400$600 - $1,400$600 - $1,400
Accommodation$35/night$150/night$600/night
Food$15/day$50/day-
Activities$50/day$50/day$50/day
Local Transport$12/day$12/day$12/day
Daily Average$60$180$550

Local currency: UAE Dirham (AED)

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