Highlights
Burj Khalifa
The world's tallest tower standing 828 Metres High, naturally dominates the Dubai skyline, the view from the observation deck on level 124 is absolutely stunning, topped only by the view from the luxurious At The Top Sky Lounge on the 148th floor.
Dubai Mall
Dubai Mall is simply being “the largest mall in the world by total area”. It is home to “one of the world’s largest aquariums”. Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, it has “the largest viewing panel on Earth”, more than 33,000 sea creatures. Along with its 1,200-plus shops and 150 restaurants, the venue is home to an indoor theme park, an ice rink, a huge indoor waterfall, a choreographed outdoor fountain and the giant Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo.
Dubai Fountain
A captivating water, music and light spectacle in Downtown Dubai. One of Dubai’s most compelling tourist attractions, The Dubai Fountain delights thousands of visitors every day. The Dubai Fountain is the world’s tallest performing fountain, at over 900 ft in length – equivalent to over two football pitches – The Dubai Fountain is situated on the 30-acre Burj Lake and performs to a selection of different melodies. The fountain performs to a range of different songs from classical to contemporary Arabic and world music. When operational, the fountain has over 22,000 gallons of water in the air at any given moment.
Palm Jumeirah
Dubai is known for its world firsts. One astounding example is the series of artificial archipelagos in the emerald waters of the Arabian Gulf. Palm Jumeirah, which looks like a palm tree from above, The Palm Jumeirah is the smallest and the original of three Palm Islands (Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira; In addition to the many hotels and resorts on the islands, you can sail around Palm Jumeirah in a yacht or speedboat offered by one of the many private touring companies, or hop aboard the Palm Monorail that runs to the Atlantis resort.
Dubai Creek
Dubai is filled with historical treasures, museums and heritage areas that take you on a journey to the past. Tour centuries-old structures and learn of Dubai’s Bedouin and pearl-trading past in a visit to Heritage Village and Dubai Museum in the historic Al Fahidi Fort. The area is awash with the history of the emirate, as its home to the Dubai Museum as well as the labyrinthine alleyways of the gold, spice and textile souks. While at the Creek, a ride across the water on a traditional abra is a must, and at an unbelievable AED1 per ticket, it's easily the best value tourist attraction in the city.
The Walk JBR
The Walk’ at Jumeirah Beach Residence is Dubai's first & only outdoor shopping concept by the Beach, offering a wide range of shopping, dining and leisure activities. The Walk stretches across a 1.7 kilometer long avenue overlooking the Arabian Ocean, and boasts over 300 retail shops in both its ground and plaza levels. The Walk’s mix of retail & hospitality outlets includes Designer Boutiques, Cafes and Restaurants, Supermarkets, Jewellery and Gifts, Home Furnishing, Fashion and Accessories, Health & Beauty, as well as Banks and Money Exchange services.
Dubai Marina
Look into the future at the world's largest man-made marina, Dubai Marina. Marvel at some of the world's tallest apartment buildings as you stroll along Dubai Marina Walk or see it from the water as you set sail from the Dubai Marina Yacht Club, where visitors can relax in comfort and luxury along the waterfront. One of the best ways to see Dubai Marina is simply to walk around and is also popular to hire a yacht to enjoy a cruise around the area.
Al Bastakiya
Dubai’s oldest buildings are in the atmospheric Persian quarter called Bastakiya, a five-minute walk from Dubai Museum. The first to construct solid buildings were Persian merchants from Bastak, southern Iran, who built these handsome homes boasting barjeel (wind towers, an early form of air conditioning) from gypsum, coral and sand are now home to art galleries, cafés and boutique hotels. In the cooler winter months, the quarter hosts markets in its narrow alleys. Opting for a Heritage Tour or Walking Tour through Al Bastakiya are excellent ways of exploring the neighbourhood. Most tours also often include a treat to authentic Arabic tea, coffee and the much loved dates
Mall Of The Emirates
Mall of the Emirates is considered to be the most famous Malls with Ski Dubai facility inside the mall is one of the highlight representing the family fun indoor Theme park with ski slope complete with Chairlift and penguin enclosures to watch the penguin march. This mall is filled with 100s of shops and departmental stores offering everything and anything you could possibly imagine, from designer goods to luxury lifestyle items, sports gear, top-of-the-range electronics and so much more. Moreover, shopping is just the beginning, all this plus dozens of international restaurants, an indoor ski slope, entertainment arcades and even a cinema serving gourmet cuisine right to the comfort of your seat.Souks
Gold Souk
Dubai Gold Souk is a traditional market in Dubai, UAE. The souk is located in Dubai's commercial business district in Deira, in the locality of Al Dhagaya. The souk consists of over 300 retailers, most of whom are jewellery traders. According to estimates, approximately 10 tons of gold is present at any given time in the souk It is bordered to the north by the Dubai Fish and Vegetable Market and the Deira Corniche near Baniyas Square at Sikkat al-Khali Street which is in close proximity to the Deira Bus Stand. The Dubai Gold Souk is 5 minutes walk from the Old Souk marine station.
Spice Souk
Dubai Spice Souk or the Old Souk is a traditional market in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Spice Souk is located in eastern Dubai, in Deira and is adjacent to the Dubai Gold Souk. The Spice Souk, situated on Baniyas Street, is in the locality of Al Ras. The souk comprises several narrow lanes which are lined with open and closed-roof stores.
Perfume Souk
Obsessed by scent? Follow the road up from the Gold and Spice Souks, and you'll find yourself in Deira’s Perfume Souk on Sikkat Al Khali Street. Dealing in everything scented, from pure perfume to essential oils, incense sticks and the exotic traditional oud, the traditional trading spot has beautifully-fragranced options for all. Buy rich oils in bulk, stored in wholesale-sized flagons, or opt for the more portable ornate vials designed for those who like to dab perfume on pulse points. Ask for a crash-course in oud - many vendors will be proud to explain the differences in this ancient fragrant resin. Have a personal fragrance created and bottled by experienced perfumers.
Textile Souk
On the Bur Dubai side of the Creek you’ll discover the colourful Textile Souk. A favourite haunt of the city's in-demand tailors and emerging fashion designers, the Souk's vast array of shops are crowded with rolls of fabrics, including fine silks, airy cottons, exotic palm frond weaves, and dazzling sari fabrics. Choose from your favourite materials and pop into one of the surrounding tailors to be measured for a dress, abaya (traditional womenswear), kandoura (traditional menswear) or suit made to your design. Most can turn around orders in mere days.
Souk Madinat
Nestled between the five-star Mina A'Salam and Al Qasr hotels, SOUK MADINAT JUMEIRAH is for those who want to skip the haggling but enjoy the thrill of shopping souk-style. Wander the labyrinth of narrow lanes in search of fun souvenirs, fine art and sculptures, local and international design houses, and take in a show at the atmospheric Madinat Theatre. There's an array of restaurants to choose from any time of day, with visitors able to dine in Levant cafes or fine-dining restaurants - many with front-row views of the waterways that meander through the complex.. Complete your visit with a traditional abra ride and drink in the views of the icon Burj Al Arab.
