7 Things To Do In Dubai (and a few more you don’t want to miss!)

Dubai is a dream destination with luxury shopping, ultramodern architecture, and a lively nightlife scene that never fails to impress, whether you are a first-time tourist or have just moved to the city. There are new hotspots opening and events happening every year. The coastal city of Dubai has many experiences to offer. A lifetime is going to be less to cover them all. This city is magical, and it will never cease to amaze you. That may be one of the several reasons why Dubai has a lot of tourists who keep coming back. 

City of Dubai. Photo by ZQ Lee on Unsplash

Right now, Expo 2020 Dubai, is one of the biggest attractions. If you haven’t visited Expo 2020 Dubai, you should do it before getting started with anything on this list because the expo will end by March 31, 2022. 

Wondering what to do in Dubai? Here are some of the experiences we recommend that you should not miss.

1. Desert Safari

Nothing spells a great evening more than a bag full of memories waiting to manifest in the red dunes of Dubai. Go dune bashing in a 4×4 or enjoy camel rides. Get an ATV self-drive experience, ride in vintage cars or rise towards the clouds in a hot air balloon. These are some of the ways to jump-start your excitement in the deserts of Dubai. What’s more? You get to treat yourself to some Arabic cuisine, see amazing artists put on fun performances, and take great pictures, all in the middle of nowhere. You can even choose to camp the night if you want to gaze at breathtaking stars.

2. Malls of Dubai

Some of the largest malls in the world are in Dubai. It is not uncommon for people to spend a couple of days completing one mall at a time. IIf you think malls in Dubai only offer luxurious shopping, think again! There’s something for everyone in the malls of Dubai. There’s something for everyone in the malls of Dubai. You can expect great deals, delicious meals, and unmatched uniqueness within these giant shopping arenas. You can scuba dive, ski, visit an underwater zoo and have lots of other unimaginable experiences. All the malls are easily accessible by the metro in Dubai. We would recommend you start with the obvious choice – The Dubai Mall. A great place to get deals is Dubai Outlet Mall and Outlet Village Dubai. Don’t forget to visit Dragon Mart Dubai for all your gift shopping. If you’re in Dubai in winter, City Walk Dubai and The Beach at JBR offer great outdoor shopping. 

3. Adventure

Dubai has adventure activities for all appetites and ages from extreme experiences like diving into the world’s deepest swimming pool at Deep Dive Dubai to diving out of a plane over the Palm Islands with Skydive Dubai; and everything in between. Play with the dolphins or swim with the sharks. Go sandboarding, quad biking, riding speed boats, or jet skiing. You can take helicopter rides and even dine in the air. Want to try a new sport? Try hitting some balls at Topgolf Dubai! The cheapest adventure starts with AED 1 – an Abra ride (boat ride) across the Dubai creek (Yes! THAT affordable). 

In Dubai, you can do it all. All the information for these and other newer adventurous activities in Dubai is available online. We recommend you pick a highly rated service to ensure the best experience in your budget.

4. Landmarks of Dubai

Dubai has some of the fanciest artificially created marvels in the world. What started as a fishing village is now one of the most modern global cities to live in. Wondering which are the top places to visit in Dubai? You could start with the world’s only 7-star hotel, Burj-Al-Arab, or the world’s highest viewing decks situated in Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world! The Dubai Frame is another example of how the city offers an insight into its past and the future. You can also go to the Global Village, visit Miracle Gardens, and watch the musical shows of the iconic Dubai Fountain. The list is endless. We would recommend you start with the sky decks of Burj Khalifa.

Tip: visit during a slot that lets you see either the sunrise or the sunset. 

5. Souks of Dubai

#BBD0E0
»