What to See and Do in Dubai

Neha Singh Guest Author
A postgraduate in Mass Communications, Neha loves everything about life. Traveling is extremely close to her heart and writing came to her naturally. 
An avid trekker & explorer, who often takes off some time from her busy life for mountaineering, she loves meeting new people & gets attached to their culture very easily.
Today she tells us what to see and do in Dubai

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What to see and do in Dubai?

Dubai is a city known for its glitzy demeanor and incomparably stylish sights. But there is more to Dubai than its intricate and lavish architecture; the city’s nightlife is exuberant and its plentiful of leisure options cater to nearly every style and skill level. There are also hidden gems across its quaint historical neighborhoods which are especially great for those who wish to glance into the region’s inspiring culture. But if you don’t know where to go or what to see in Dubai, just take inspiration from this following list of best Dubai attractions and experiences.

Burj Khalifa

For those who wish to start their Dubai exploration from its modern heart, it’s most recommended to begin at Downtown Dubai with a trip to Burj Khalifa. After all, it’s the region’s most stunning structure, and more than that, it’s the world’s tallest building, soaring to an overall height of 828 meters. Sign up for a striking culinary session here or more ideally, visit one of its two amazing observation decks on its 124^th or 148^th level (which is also the world’s highest observation deck). Besides the exquisite ever 360 degree views of the surroundings, you can also look forward to enjoy the swiftest ever elevator ride plus an interesting display on Dubai’s past as part of your ascend to its observation decks.

The Dubai Mall & Dubai Fountain

No visit to Downtown Dubai or perhaps Dubai itself is complete without checking out the Dubai Mall! Located adjacent to Burj Khalifa, this is one of the world’s biggest malls and a haven for shopping, dining, entertainment and of course almost everything you’re seeking in your Dubai holiday. You’ll find here over 1200 retail outlets and 200 plus dining choices and these are complemented by a vast array of amusement and edutainment experiences. Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, Dubai Ice Rink, Hysteria, VR Park Dubai and kid-specific KidZania Dubai are to name a few. Apart from these, don’t miss the immensely popular Dubai Fountain show that takes place outside of the Dubai Mall. The perfect harmony of music, light and water during the show makes it a definite must-see during your Dubai trip.

The View at the Palm Jumeirah

Dubai’s man-made island of Palm Jumeirah is so iconic that it’s easily recognizable for its unequaled palm-tree design enriched by a crescent on its top. Until recently, the only way to see this extraordinary engineering marvel was on a helicopter ride or an insanely wild sky diving session. But luckily, you can now catch up with the full and grandest ever display of this island without taking to skies, thanks to the unveil of the exclusive observation deck – the View at the Palm Jumeirah – within Palm Tower.

Palm Fountain

This is another brand-new experience that you should add on your checklist of what to do in Dubai. Located in the Pointe against Atlantis, The Palm at Palm Jumeirah, it’s the step up version of the Dubai Fountain show, being Palm Fountain the world’s highest fountain. So you can imagine the sheer grandeur and opulence of this breathtaking aquatic show.

Bluewaters Island

Dubai is no stranger to record-breaking sights and experiences. But the unparalleled attractions and breakthrough experiences that are fast getting ready at the remarkable waterfront neighborhood of Bluewaters Island are hard to miss. It ishome to the world’s largest observation wheel – Ain Dubai. You’ll also get to see here the world’s largest 3D Museum plus the Middle East’s first Madame Tussauds Museum. And of course, be sure to catch up with the Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai – the only Caesars Palace structure that you’ll find outside of Las Vegas. Apart from its high-end accommodation options, one of its star highlights is Rotunda Caesars Palace – the region’s ultimate entertainment venue.

Al Bastakiya Quarter

You haven’t seen Dubai until you’ve discovered its extraordinary historical side. For this, head to Old Dubai, especially Al Bastakiya Quarter. Rightly known as Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood, this traditional quarter close to Dubai Creek in Bur Dubai region gives you a glimpse of how life used to be to Emiratis in the pre-oil phase. Stroll down the narrow alleys of this 19^th century district and check out its various structures that are sure to blow you away with its simplicity and unpretentious allure. You will even get to walk into most of them as they are now converted into art galleries or museums including Dubai Museum (inside the region’s oldest of its kind Al Fahidi Fort).

Desert Safari

For a quintessential Dubai experience, go on a Dubai desert safari! This will detach you from the city’s bustling part for a few hours, allowing you to participate in many activities and experiences that enlighten you on the authentic Bedouin culture and traditions. Starting with an electrifying drive over the colossal high and low sand dunes, you’ll get to enjoy desert sunrise / sunset, enjoy camel ride, relax in the cool Bedouin camp, watch falconry, and try Shisha smoking, among others. Moreover, BBQ dining and traditional shows like Belly Dance and Tanura are included in most evening and overnight desert safari packages.

AquaFun Dubai

Want to ditch Dubai’s usual theme parks or water parks? AquaFun Dubai is the place to be! Spanning over 5,000 square meters, it’s the largest inflatable water park in the world, with the specialty that it’s completely set outdoors along the water of the Beach at JBR (Jumeirah Beach Residence.)It has over 70 exciting water obstacles – they all are of exceptional quality (being Wibit products) and are set in such a way that it reads as I Love Dubai from top. So be sure to add this place on your bucketlist if you’re looking to dedicate a whole day for water fun and thrill in Dubai.

Dubai Parks and Resorts

Dubai has to its credit some of the world’s most unusual and extraordinary theme parks such as Ski Dubai, Hub Zero etc. But, the recently launched Dubai Parks and Resorts takesyour theme park fun to next level. It’s an all-inclusive concept that comes with several accommodation choices, a dedicated retail and dining section, and most importantly, four parks such as Motiongate Dubai (Hollywood themed), Hindi-movie inspired Bollywood Parks Dubai, LEGO-themed LEGOLAND Dubai and LEGOLAND Water Park.

Dhow Cruise

The illuminated night skyline views of Dubai are magical and this should be best experienced on a dhow cruise. This includes sail aboard a traditional Arabian vessel which was once famously used for pearl farming, fishing etc. Now converted into a floating restaurant, this gives you a peek into the striking attractions that dot across the quaint Dubai Creek or the stylish Dubai Marina from a refreshing vantage point on water. Lavish buffet style dinner, unlimited refreshments, live traditional entertainment (like Tanura), and soothing background music are other highlights of this approximately two hours cruise.

Conclusion

There is nothing quite like Dubai anywhere in the Middle East. Everything here is distinct, lively, and incredible. And with this above compact list, we hope that you’ve got enough ideas to put together your dream holiday in Dubai.

What to See and Do in Dubai
What to See and Do in Dubai

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