Top Things to Do in Dubai - Dubai Must-See Attractions
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Things to Do in Dubai
Take in cutting-edge architecture like the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain with a city tour or try some more adventure activities and explore the desert by camel or ATV. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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- fromper adult€76
4WD Toursfromper group (up to 6)€197- fromper adult (price varies by group size)€92
Likely To Sell Outfromper adult€134
Private and Luxuryfromper adult€29
Observation Decksfromper adult (price varies by group size)€53
Extreme Sportsfromper adult€85
Shore Excursionsfromper adult (price varies by group size)€29
Half-day Toursfrom€225per adult€203
Private and Luxuryfromper adult€183
Water park with diverse slides, such as the thrilling "Leap of Faith," a lazy river, and interactive dolphin encounters. Features a mix of high-energy and relaxing activities for all ages.
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Architectural Buildings
Admission tickets from €49
Soaring 828 metres with over 160 stories, this landmark features an incredible lift ride, panoramic city views, and interactive observation decks.
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Fountains
Mall-side spectacle with dramatic fountain, light, and music show, set against the backdrop of an iconic tower. Features classical to contemporary tunes with evening displays every half hour.
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Shopping Malls
Sprawling retail and leisure hub featuring a diverse array of shops, international dining options, and an ice rink. Includes attractions like an aquarium and views of the world's tallest building.
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Observation Decks & Towers
Infinity pool with panoramic views of Ain Dubai and the marina, providing a serene ambiance for relaxation and social gatherings. Enjoy front-row seating for an unrivaled perspective.
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Underwater tunnel and glass-bottom boat rides provide an intimate view of marine life, including sharks and colourful fish, with interactive feeding experiences.
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Architectural Buildings
Iconic 7-star hotel with lavish interiors and unique architecture, providing panoramic skyline views, luxurious high tea, and a gold cappuccino experience.
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Amusement & Theme Parks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Admission tickets from €22
Architectural landmark in Zabeel Park with a museum chronicling the city's evolution and a sky bridge featuring a transformative glass-bottomed walkway with cityscape views.
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Bodies of Water
Shopping Malls
Indoor ski slope and over 630 retail stores ranging from luxury to mid-range, complemented by a diverse dining scene and cinema, set in a spacious environment.
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- The O.C.D62 contributionsAmazing place they also affair free ticket for birthday week, and for people with disability, they offer two free ticket.
Of course the lockers cost more money could do this for free too, I recommend you to to bring towels and waterproof cases for the phones because you get lost there and you can't contact your friend if you don't have your phone on you
😜Written 11 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Testing M8 contributionsMy visit to the summit of the Burj Khalifa was an exciting event that did not disappointed. The ride is quite costly, but it's worth it to be in the world's tallest structure.
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I had an amazing Experience.Written 16 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ALOICE Steff41Zurich, Switzerland10 contributionsWhen visiting thecity must see this.Breathtaking lights and the music.Very stunning.Amazing experience.Must re-visitWritten 10 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- UrosMDVVelenje, Slovenia171 contributionsUsually I dont write reviews for the malls but this one… O boy. It is wast. You have to see it to believe it. Iz has aquarium A380 cockpit, skate field and a lot more. Two food courts… it is clean and toilets are experience on its own since every toilet has its own decor and not to mention cleanliness is at its best. Though I found that NBA store is not in Dubai mall this was for me the only down side. Found ine in YAS mall in Abu Dhabi. Anyway does not matter. Dubai mall in nice, lovely and big. It was not over crouded in march but since it is so big you could find a spot for you easily. Parking is huge. Must visit.Written 12 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 716traveller2000Los Angeles, CA6 contributionsI know this is probably on everyone's bucket list in Dubai to get a 'selfie'..... but if attention to detail and the best service, great food, best music, comfy loungers and towels and amazing cocktails then you MUST go here and you may even forget to take one photograph ....... Although the views do help :-)
There are lots of charming staff there who just want to look after I didn't catch to many names but special mentions to some of the service staff - Marouane, Sofia, Dean and a young cook called Craig - food is delicious - Bravo :-)Written 16 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Roys6484Chesterfield, UK158 contributionsOur visit to the aquarium was planned as the only thing to do that day as we had been to the Dubai Mall several times before, but not ventured into the Aquarium. Our experience did not begin well when the ticket counter agent began by trying to sell us what she called the normal ticket which includes all the added experiences. I knew that we only wanted the basic ticket as this was fine for us but it took some time to get her to reluctantly (it seemed) sell us what we wanted.
Nevertheless we git our tickets and our arm bands and ventured into what we thought was the start of the aquarium. Technically it is but mainly its an short excursion through a fantastic glass tunnel, surrounded by amazing fish, so that the aquarium can take our picture in front of a green screen and try to sell us an overpriced photograph.
After fighting our way past the other visitors taking endless pictures we exited the tunnel and found ourselves back in the Dubai Mall. We then had to work our way up two flights of escalators to find the main entrance to the actual attraction. When we got there it was excellent but i would have preferred to miss the first 20mins of queuing and go straight there.
The various sections of the aquarium are very interesting and full of creatures we could,normally only see on TV or in books. We thoroughly enjoyed the main areas and would happily go back, if we could avoid the first part.Written 24 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Janea M1 contributionBurj Al Arab is an incredible hotel and a true symbol of Dubai. The design is unique, and the level of luxury is amazing. From the moment you arrive, the service is excellent, and everything feels exclusive.
The interior is beautifully decorated with gold and marble, and the views of the sea and city are breathtaking. The restaurants offer delicious food, and the atmosphere is perfect for a special experience.
Even if you don’t stay at the hotel, visiting for afternoon tea or dinner is worth it. A must-visit place in Dubai!Written 2 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - sociallylivingManassas, VA72 contributionsA very large flower garden, flowers made into cartoon characters, an Emirates airline plane (full size!) with lots of vendors around the outside edge of the displays. It's different than the outrageous shiny new Dubai because it's a walking your and natural beauty rather than monster buildings. A nice change, a bit old and threadbare but entertaining for adults and children. Not a wide variety of flowers but made into all sorts of larger than life ships, gardens, all sorts of things. The vendors have many choices of food.Written 13 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- sociallylivingManassas, VA72 contributionsOpen in the evenings only about 4pm to 11pm. A bonanza for food and all sorts of items from all over the world, reflecting the population of the Emirates. Large open-air buildings with arts, crafts and food from primarily Asian and Middle Eastern countries. For example, the India market is the largest along with all the Gulf states having their own markets. But all of South America is in one market and all of North America in another. Almost no westerners there, it's a place for locals to go for live shows and entertainment, in a very large area.Written 13 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nicole S8 contributionsI have an amazing and one of the best experience visiting Dubai frame with special shout out to Ms. Shahikala Lama, unforgettable! Must see sight in Dubai!Written 16 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- NICHOLAS TDubai, United Arab Emirates11,076 contributionsThe creek is largely the reason for Dubai’s existence - it was a base for trading.
There is lots of water traffic, including old style abras, dhow boats and more modern craft. You can cross the creek on an abra for just one dirham or hire one for a private tour. You can also catch a ferry to Dubai Marina.
There are souks alongside the creek.Written 8 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - nefertari1313Maribor, Slovenia335 contributionsIn this shopping mall you can find skiing place. And a great fun place for kids. Many shops, I managed to find a phone in jumbo store-very friendly and helpfull sellers there. In Samsung store they were very unhelpfull.Written 19 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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