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Burj Khalifa ©
Observation Deck
Burj Khalifa , Dubai
4.5
Marvel at Burj Khalifa, the 829.8 m (2,722 ft) high futuristic centerpiece of the modern downtown area. Upon construction in 2010, the mega s
Tickets from $125
The Dubai Mall ©
Shopping Mall
The Dubai Mall , Dubai
4.6
Enjoy the fruits of a famous shopping area at The Dubai Mall, a large retail and entertainment center. Opened in 2009, the complex contains m
Tours from $21
Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark ©
Water Park
Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark , Dubai
4.2
Enjoy some excitement and relaxation at Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark. This sprawling beachfront theme park includes two enormous Ancient Gr
Tickets from $79
Wild Wadi Waterpark ©
Water Park
Wild Wadi Waterpark , Dubai
4.2
Enjoy the rides and diversions at Wild Wadi Waterpark, one of Dubai's top outdoor attractions. Experience the bumps, twists, and turns of the
Tickets from $78
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Food Tour
Food Tours , Dubai
5.0
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4.9
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Dubai

4.3
Observation Decks · Fountains · Shopping Malls
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Dubai, a monument to human ingenuity built on desert sands. Head downtown at night to check out the shining lights of Dubai Fountains, one of the world's largest choreographed water features, located on a man-made lake. Climb up the nearby Burj Khalifa to enjoy the skyscraper's observation deck and restaurant. Visitors wanting even more dining and shopping options can head to Dubai Marina Walk, an area filled with restaurants with waterfront views.

Side trips from Dubai

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Theme Park
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi
3.8
Duration: 8 hours
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Safari
Safaris
Abu Dhabi
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque ©
Religious Site
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Abu Dhabi
4.8
Duration: 1 hour
The Corniche ©
Scenic Walking Area
The Corniche
Abu Dhabi
4.2
Duration: 3h 30 min

Kid-friendly things to do in Dubai

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Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo ©
Aquarium
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
4.0
Duration: 4 hours
Jumeirah Public Beach ©
Beach
Jumeirah Public Beach
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min
Global Village ©
Theme Park
Global Village
4.3
Duration: 8 hours
The Lost Chambers Aquarium ©
Aquarium
The Lost Chambers Aquarium
4.0
Duration: 4 hours

Hidden gems in Dubai

Jumeirah Mosque ©
Religious Site
Jumeirah Mosque
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
Palm Islands ©
Island
Palm Islands
3.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Emirates Towers ©
Architectural Building
Emirates Towers
4.5
Duration: 30 minutes
The Emirates Golf Club ©
Golf Course
The Emirates Golf Club
4.2
Duration: 2h 30 min

Shopping in Dubai

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Souk Madinat Jumeirah ©
Shopping Mall
Souk Madinat Jumeirah
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
Dubai Gold Souk ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Dubai Gold Souk
3.3
Duration: 30 minutes
Dubai Spice Souk ©
Flea Market
Dubai Spice Souk
2.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
Ibn Battuta Mall ©
Shopping Mall
Ibn Battuta Mall
4.3
Duration: 1 hour

Theme Parks in Dubai

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Creekside Park
Theme Park
Creekside Park
3.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
IMG Worlds of Adventure ©
Theme Park
IMG Worlds of Adventure
3.5
Duration: 8 hours
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Bricks 4 Fun ©
Theme Park
Bricks 4 Fun
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
Splash n Party ©
Water Park
Splash n Party
4.4
Duration: 8 hours
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Featured attractions

SeaWake ©
Parasailing / Paragliding
SeaWake
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
Hot Air Balloon Operation & Maintenance LLC ©
Balloon Ride
Hot Air Balloon Operation & Maintenance LLC
4.5
Duration: 4 hours
ARTE - The Makers' Market ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
ARTE - The Makers' Market
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Brainscape Games ©
Room Escape Game
Brainscape Games
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min

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Where to stay in Dubai

Burj Khalifa ©
Dubai is a city of hotels, with most of the world's leading chains represented. Rooms remain expensive and luxurious, as most establishments cater to visitors with deeper pockets. You can still save money on accommodations if you look hard enough. Move away from the coast for more affordable backpacker hostels and self-service apartments, as well as less expensive hotel rooms where a lack of luxurious amenities and less appealing views keep rates suited to budget travelers.
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