Dubai is a city that offers so many things for travellers to do, from tourist attractions to once in a life time experiences. I’ve covered the main things you should do during a short trip to the city but if you’ve got a bit longer and want to know what is a must, then this post is for you.
I’m sharing 50 things you should do in the city from the main tourist attractions to cute cafes tucked away on back streets. Some things are crazy, some are expensive, some are free and some you’ll probably just stumble across anyway. Every time I step into the city I’m reminded by how much there is to do in this city. Timeout is certainly becoming my best friend to make sure I don’t miss out on anything and make the most of my time in Dubai.
50 Things to do in Dubai
1. Go to Atlantis Water Park
2. Scale the Burj Khalifa
3. Go paddle boarding in the sea
4. Get takeaway coffee from The Brass
5. Sun bathe on a public beach
6. Get brunch at Surf House
7. Experience the souks in Bur Dubai and Deira
8. Catch a ferry past the world islands
9. Visit the Atlantis Palm Hotel
10. Shop in the world’s biggest mall at Dubai Mall
11. Go to a ski centre in the Mall of Emirates
12. Watch the Dubai fountain show
13. Visit Madinat Jumeriah for amazing views of the Burj al Arab
14. Explore the Dubai Miracle Gardens
15. Wander around the Al Fahidi Historic District
16. Enjoy breakfast at the Arabian Tea House
17. Take a tour of Jumeriah Mosque
18. Learn about the history of the city at the Dubai museum
19. Wander along the JBR walk
20. Go to a SALT food truck
21. See the Dubai Frame up close
22. Get lunch at Tom and Serg
23. Take a day trip to Al Qudra
24. Take a selfie with the Burj Kalifia
25. Take an abra boat across the creek
26. Go to Wild Wadi water park
27. Swim in the sea
28. Walk around Dubai Marina
29. Have brunch at Arrows and Sparrows
30. Take a day trip to Abu Dhabi
31. Watch the sun go down
32. Try authentic Arabic tea
33. Cycle around the auto-drome
34. Go to the Lost Chambers aquarium
35. Get a Friday brunch aka. a bottomless one
36. Escape the city with an organised desert trip
37. Eat at Thiptara and marvel at the Burj Khalifa during dinner
38. Explore Le Mer district
39. Have afternoon tea at the Burj al Arab
40. Skydive over the palm
41. Explore IMG World the world’s largest indoor theme park
42. Visit Global Village
43. Eat at Wifi Gourmet and watch the fountains
44. Zipline across the Marina
45. Ride a camel
46. Have breakfast at Milk and Honey
47. Go to Bab Al Shams and dine at Al Hadheerah Restaurant
48. Go go-karting in Motor City
49. Experience an ifta during Ramadan
50. Go for cocktails on the beach at Plaj, The Palm
What’s your favourite thing to do in Dubai?
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I hadn’t thought of that! Thanks.
I didn’t know there was so much to do in Dubai – I will definitely bookmark this one for any future trips. Thankyou for sharing, I hope you are enjoying your new adventure over there and good luck with the new job! 🙂
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