Dubai

The best 50 places to visit in Dubai 

When you are on plane heading anywhere passing over Dubai of UAE, Dubai’s iconic palm-shaped island is extraordinary.
This precious marvel is synonymous with Dubai’s efforts to consistently evolve and make dreams come true. The neighborhood offers an urban mix of island residences, glamorous five-star resorts, on-trend restaurants and chic beach clubs.

1st_Burj Khalifa

Towering at a height of 2,700 feet, the Burj Khalifa is currently the tallest tower in the world. With two observation decks, a Las Vegas-inspired fountain, nine of the city’s best luxury hotels and multiple restaurants, this 21st-century architectural marvel must be your number one place to visit when in Dubai or even the UAE. Also, make sure to book your tickets in advance well to avoid last moment hassles.

2nd_Dubai Expo 2020

Dubai 2020, the World Expo is not only the biggest upcoming event in the Arab world but also the first-ever World Expo in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia. This phenomenal exhibition has 192 countries participating and millions of visitors globally. This six-month event will be a celebration of culture, collaboration and innovation. If you are not excited already, let’s tell you more about this grand extravaganza.

With more than 50 types of cuisines and over 200 eateries expected, food-lovers are surely going to have a gastronomic adventure. From connoisseurs to even picky eaters, there’s going to be something for everyone. And not just that, you’ll be surprised that all the ingredients will be locally sourced, fitting perfectly with the sub-theme of Dubai 2020- sustainability. Here’s another thing that will get you hyped, You will see food being prepared using augmented and virtual reality!

3rd_Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Located on the ground floor of the Dubai Mall, the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo houses over 33,000 marine life occupying the 10 million litres of water within the tank. A unique underwater zoo occupies the level above the tank showcasing a plethora of underwater life that can be found inhabiting the oceans, rivers and other water bodies across the planet. The VR Zoo makes up the third section offering thrilling wildlife adventures via realistically created virtual tours.

4th_Global Village Dubai

Global Village Dubai is claimed to be the world’s most significant tourism, leisure and entertainment project of UAE. It is the region’s first cultural, entertainment, family and shopping destination. Every year, the place receives over 5 million visitors over an area of 17,200,000 sq ft. The compound has various pavilions that each

Managed by Dubailand on the outskirts of the city, the event is organized during the winter season between late November and late February and is part of the Dubai Shopping Festival. These pavilions represent a different country or a region usually by creating an imitation of a famous landmark of the country. It is a perfect place to get souvenirs from around the world along with global authentic cuisine, exciting rides and street performers.

5th_Palm Jumeirah

Palm Jumeirah, Dubai’s magnificent artificial archipelago, is the epitome of beauty created by land reclamation, extending into the Persian Gulf. The archipelago resembles a palm tree with a circle when you take an overhead view of it. It was one of the first major tourism projects in the UAE and currently houses some of Dubai’s top tourist destinations like Atlantis, the Palm, Aquaventure Waterpark and the Lost Chambers Aquarium.

The principal sectors of Palm Jumeirah have been named Trunk, spine, fronds, and crescent.

The entrance to Palm Jumeirah is the broad trunk that connects the mainland by a bridge. Another bridge connects the trunk to the spine. The crescent is the breakwater and is connected to the spine by a vehicular tunnel. Palm Jumeirah is flanked by apartments, retails, villas,royal hotels and resorts, mainly on the trunk and the crescent. The offshore development was intended to be the first of three similarly shaped developments, the other being Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira. By the beginning of the second decade of the 21st century, Palm Jumeirah was housed by at least a population of 10,000. The most picturesque zone of Palm Jumeirah is the long fronds and you can catch sight of its a real beauty with an aerial view from the helicopter or airplane.

6th_The Dubai Mall

The Dubai Mall, also known as the home of the Dubai shopping festival, is one of the world’s largest shopping malls with an area of over 500,000 square meters! With more than 1200 stores, a large walk-through aquarium, a world-class ic rink, 14,000 parking spaces and more exciting experiences for shoppers, the mall was voted the best shopping experience in the world by Grazia Magazine in 2010.

Dubai Mall is one of the city’s premier malls, offering entry to the world of amusement and entertainment. It is home to the famous Underwater Zoo, which is a walk-through aquarium with a collection of over 300 species of marine animals. Another favourite activity here apart from shopping is the Dubai Ice Rink. It is a family-oriented attraction open to the general public. The rink also serves as a multi-purpose venue that can be transformed into a concert arena, or host private functions. Serving as the entryway to Burj Khalifa, there are unlimited options of shopping and eating. Other than that, the mall also offers a gaming zone and cinema complex and thus packing all the leisurely activities under one roof.

7th_Aquaventure Waterpark

One of the biggest water parks of Dubai, Aquaventure is located in the Atlantis hotel complex. This amazing water park offers a series of pools, shoots and flumes and a few thrilling rides. Adrenaline pumping Tower of Neptune and the equally exhilarating Tower of Poseidon are some of the key highlights of the park. Visitors can also relax at the Cabanas, have a nice meal at the various restaurants and shop some souvenirs at the many stores in the park.

The park houses the Country’s longest river called Rapids that goes up to 2.8 kms, a private beach for visitors to relax after a long day at the park and other facilities like sunbeds, experiences like the Shark Safari if you wish to go ‘safely’ swim with the sharks, feeding the stingrays or even go zip lining 20m above the park as you fly through the compound.
Do note that many rides and attractions of the park have a strict height, weight and health restriction.

8th_Skydiving in Dubai

If you think Dubai produces the best experiences on land and sea – touring the incredible Burj Khalifa, extravagant Dubai Mall stretches of clean, brown deserts, tranquil sea cruise, and a lot more – you are wrong. Dubai also produces the best experience in the sky. Enter skydiving. What’s more adrenaline-pumping than being thrown down from a plane at 13,000 feet above sea level and freefalling at 120 miles/hour? Fulfil your dream to fly by engaging in this intense activity on your next trip to Dubai. Here’s what you need to know. With both indoor and outdoor options available, skydiving in Dubai is taken to another level. It is one of a kind experience that you won’t encounter anywhere else in the world.

9th_Dubai Marina

Nestled in the region popularly known as ‘New Dubai’, Dubai Marina is a conceptualized man-made canal city. It offers luxurious lifestyles through its exquisite waterfront development along the Persian Gulf shoreline. There are classy hotels and upscale shopping and other leisure options here. It also contains the Dubai Marina Mall Complex, a shopping and entertainment destination

A dedicated beach for Dubai Marina, the Dubai Marina Beach stretches along a 3km long coastline. Entry to the beach is only through the Dubai Marina. The beach is a tourist favourite for the fact that it is less crowded when compared to the other major beaches in Dubai and also with the many restaurants here.

10th_Dubai Dolphinarium

Home to the majestic Black Sea bottlenose dolphins, Northern and Southern American fur seals, and exotic birds, the Dubai Dolphinarium is famous worldwide for its awe-inspiring and interactive shows. Located in Creek Park, a family entertainment and activity park in Dubai, the Dubai Dolphinarium is a major tourist attraction where people from all over the world flock in large numbers all around the year to enjoy exciting marine mammals and birds shows.

This indoor Dolphinarium is renowned for its world-class facilities where guests of different age groups can indulge in a variety of fun activities like swimming with dolphins, feeding exotic birds, enjoying thrilling 5D and 7D cinema experience, bouncing on a trampoline, and walking through a maze of mirrors. At the Dubai Dolphinarium, one can also buy souvenirs and have a fun dining experience at the onsite restaurant. Whether travelling solo or with family, the Dubai Dolphinarium is must-visit.

11th_Dubai Fountain

Dubai Fountain is the world’s largest choreographed water fountain located in the beautiful Burj Complex. This dancing fountain surges as high as 150 meters in complete synchronization to classical, Arabic, and other popular world musical numbers. Forming beautiful arcs and jumping to the beats, this fountain was designed by California-based WET, the creators of the Fountains of Bellagio in Las Vegas. The show begins in the evening every day, and the best way to approach it is through the Dubai Mall.

Nestled in the middle of the 24-acre Burj Lake, this Dubai Fountain set against the shimmering Burj Khalifa holds performances of around 5 minutes each. Visible from several vantage points, one can also take a closer look at the fountain by booking a wooden abra (a traditional Arabian boat) cruise that sails every day between 17:45 and 23:00. About 1.5 million lumens of mesmerizing projected light from the show is what attracts visitors here.

12th_Dhow Cruise

Dhow Cruise is a must-try for those who are curious enough to know the rich heritage of the nation. Cruising past the Creek or the Marina, a Dhow cruise highlights how fishers would use the vessels for fishing and pearl diving. The Dhow cruises in Dubai expose you to the other side of this magnificent city with a ride through the historical places. It is best experienced through a dinner cruise. With plenty of options at its disposal, you could explore the old Dubai creek or escape on a romantic dinner with your special someone. You can either witness the ultramodern episodes of a Cruise dinner or wonder at the sight of nature!

Dhow Cruise in Dubai operates in mainly two areas: Dubai Marina and Deira Creek, providing a great environment for those who wish to relax, rejuvenate and enjoy the views on the cruise. The duration is about 2-3 hours depending on different tour operators. A buffet boasting Indian, Continental, and Arabian cuisine is served, with some tour operators even providing live music and entertainment shows. There are usually two decks in the cruise; the lower deck is air-conditioned while the upper deck boasts fantastic views and is ideal for the cold weather.

13th_Bollywood Parks

Bollywood Parks Dubai is the ‘first theme park dedicated to the B-town’ in the world! A part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, it is the perfect location to learn and experience what goes into making a Bollywood film and how the Indian movie industry works. Visitors can visit various remakes of famous Bollywood movie sets like Lagaan, have a 4D movie experience to the movie Krish, the Cinema Circle for dance workshops and more. This place has perfect photo opportunities with the beautiful Indian décor, henna artists, vintage movie posters, mannequins of stars and colourful live performances.

14th_Dubai Frame

One of the most recent megaprojects of Dubai launched in January 2018, the Dubai Frame is the world’s largest frame structure inspired by the logo of the upcoming World Expo 2020 which is to be held in the city. Located in Zabeel Park, it acts as a frame to some of the greatest architectural marvels of Dubai including the Burj Khalifa. It is flanked by two high-rise towers that go up to 150 meters and are connected by a Sky Deck which has a breadth of 93 meters acts as a top member of the frame structure.

If observed closely, the frame acts as a bridge between Dubai’s past and present overlooking two perspectives – the old districts of Dubai from the North and the modern cityscape looking South. From Deira’s Old Town to the Dubai Marina, one gets to witness a panoramic view of all of Dubai through the frame. Engineered with splendid architecture, the sky deck is made with a walk-over, crack-proof, crystal-clear glass panel that turns from haze to clear glass once stepped on. The frame bears different levels with various attractions like the Old Dubai Gallery and a piece of modern art at the Mezzanine level; the present Dubai gallery at the sky deck offering exhilarating city views, and finally the future Dubai gallery with multimedia illustrations unveiling the city in the near future. One can witness the splendid sunset from the frame during the day which is unmissable.

15th_The Walk at JBR

The Walk at JBR near Dubai Marina is a beautiful avenue lined with swaying palms on either side offering many shops and restaurants to its visitors. The Walk is nearly a mile-long stretch with plazas and arcaded doorways on both sides. The Walk is host to multiple events and festival venues and is a must-visit after sunset. The Walk runs along with the six high-rise structures, Shams, Amway, Rimal, Bahar, Sadaf, and Murjan. With Shams on the east side and Murjan on the west side, this place is also home to some amazing restaurants.

Established in the year 1999, Burj Al Arab is one of the premium hotels of Dubai located on an artificial island off Jumeirah Road. Designed in the shape of a sail of a dhow, this iconic landmark houses an array of shiny chauffeur-driven limousines and a private helipad. Talking of luxury, the hotel features an attractive fountain, an admirable lobby and richness induced 203 suites. Standing tall at a height of 180 meters, the royalty factor of the hotel is brought out by its may interior elements adorned in real gold! A prior reservation (on its website) is required to get past the lobby security to visit its restaurant if you are not staying there.

22th_Dubai Creek

This Saltwater Creek is UAE’s one of the major port and divides the city into two parts and connects the trading port to the desert. Extended to the Persian Gulf and the wildlife sanctuary, this waterway acts as a commercial lifeline as it facilitates not just tourism but also harbours ships, trade and commercial activities. This is a popular place for an evening visit. Witness the lights and music shows, floating and moving dhows, yachts, boats and vessels to get a glimpse of old Dubai during the trade times. A delectable meal and a starry waterfront is all you need to end your journey and trip on a good note!

The creek was developed with the intention of creating a custom and import duty-free trade and to make Dubai as a major hub for the merchants and traders worldwide to conduct trade activities. Surrounded by the Deira twin towers, Dubai creek towers and the Sheraton Dubai creek, this port is a perfect amalgamation of traditions and modernised living and matches up with the overall architecture of the city. Also known as River Zara, this creek is a highly picturesque spot and attracts masses towards its traditional appeal which makes it different from the surrounding high-rise structures. It gives the city a new identity and boosts the marine trade as well.

23th_Jumeirah Mosque

Jumeirah Mosque is regarded as one of the most beautiful mosques in the UAE. Built exactly on lines of Cairo’s Al Azhar Mosque that is eight times its size, this mosque is an excellent example of Islamic architecture. It is the only mosque in Dubai that is open to non-muslims. Its detailed architecture and design are even more glorified when lit up in the evening. It is also one of the most photographed mosques in the UAE.

Exemplifying the medieval Fatimid style of architecture, the fort is adorned with two minarets displaying intricate stonework. To fully enjoy and explore the Jumeirah Mosque, one can book a 75-minute guided tour with the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU), which is organized six days a week from Saturday through to Thursday at 10:00. One has to reach the main entrance of the building by 9:45 without any prior reservations. Most unusually, photography inside is allowed, so itÍs worth bringing a camera.

24th_Dubai Gold Souk

Dubai is famous not just for its deserts, adventure parks and resorts, but for its many shopping hubs as well. Dubai’s famous gold souk happens to be the world’s largest gold market! Situated in Deira, this golden souk is the most famous and highly visited tourist spot in Dubai because of its excellent quality and designs of gold. With more than 350 jewellery traders and retailers, Gold Souk is restocked with at least 10 tons of gold daily.

25th_Jumeirah Beach

Stretched along the coast, south of the city’s historic Al Faihidi district, this sandy white strip of sand is among the top beach destinations for the visitors of Dubai. The cluster of high-end resorts and properties such as Burj Al Arab (Arab Tower) hotel, Wild Wadi Water Park, Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Burj Al Arab (Arab Tower) hotel adds grace to the lively waterfront. For adventure buffs, there is the facility for various watersports like jet skiing, kitesurfing and more. For a quiet day at the beach, visitors can rent sun loungers too.

26th_Saeed Al Maktoum House

Al Maktoum House is a historic building located in the Al Shindagha Area of the city. Former residence of Dubai’s then ruler Saeed Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, the house built in 1896 is now a museum. Visitors can enjoy and get to know about the city and royal family’s culture and lifestyle. It is now a famous tourist spot which impresses residents and visitors with its simple yet vast stature, open areas and courtyards, and cooling wind towers. You can find a lot of old pictures, documents, stamps and coins, jewellery and decorative items in this ancient museum.

27th_Dubai Opera

Located in Downtown Dubai, this 2016 established Opera is one of the finest and radiant cultural and art centres. Built by the famous Emaar properties, Dubai Opera is a multi-format performing arts centre with the capacity of holding approximately 2000 persons. It engages the audience and brings an exciting vibe and life to the place. Dubai Opera is a unique blend of art and culture and presents something you’ve never had seen before. The opera is shaped like a dhow or a sailing vessel and hosts several performances like theatre, ballets, concerts, orchestras, conferences and even fashion shows.

28th_Atlantis the Palm

With a private sandy beach and 5-star amenities, Atlantis is the first ever resort to be built on the Palm Jumeirah Island in Dubai. Offering mesmerizing views of the Arabian Gulf and being themed on the myth of Atlantis, this resort inculcates a few distinct Arabian elements. Providing unique features such as an underwater aquarium and swimming with dolphin opportunities, Palm Atlantis is surely one of the world’s most popular attraction destination for tourists.

Palm Atlantis is home to some of the world’s best adventure parks and aquariums. The Aquaventure Park is the largest waterpark in the middle east. Moreover, The Lost Chambers Aquarium is also a must watch one for all visitors. As far as resorts are concerned, Palm Atlantis has some of the best lavish resorts in Dubai. With pink palatial structures, soaring turrets and an Arabian archway, the look of the resorts are itself fascinating. The rooms have Arabian and oceanic style decors and feature all amenities that one requires. The views from the balcony are awe-inspiring and it adds up to the beauty of these resorts. Guests enjoy an exclusive free access to thrilling water slides in the Tower of Neptune and the Tower of Poseidon. There is also a private water playground for kids which features some adventurous water adventures for younger ones.

29th_IMG Worlds of Adventure

Established in 2016 in ‘the heart of Dubai’, IMG is the city’s first mega indoor theme park with world-class amenities and entertainment. Situated on the famous Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, this cartoon-themed park sprawls across 1.5 million square feet of amusement park space. Located next to Global village, this entertainment destination is full of live shows, attractive rides, movies and fantastic food options. Popular franchises there are characters from Frozen, Disney, Cars, Marvel, DC comics and more.

Experiences and Rides at IMG World of Adventure
IMG Adventure Park consists of 4 already-established zones and one still-developing zone that ensures that your experience is the best.

1. Marvel Zone:
– Enjoy the 3D view of Hulk Epsilon
– Go on a mini ride and witness the great battle between Spiderman and the Doc Octopus
– Take an Avengers flight on a Quinjet and control the journey
– Go against the gravity and enjoy a drizzling Thor Thunder ride and enjoy the spins.

30th_OliOli

OliOli located on Sheikh Zayed Road is an interactive play area for children. With eight galleries holding more than 40 exhibits and frequent workshops, OliOli has managed to capture the hearts of both parents and children alike in just a few short months. While the galleries are designed to create a fun, joyful, and safe atmosphere, they also create a learning space where children can explore topics like Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). This interactive museum provided a hands-on experience that not many other places could afford, and that’s what made it stand out from the other edutainment centers in Dubai.

31th_Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary

With over 500 flamingos and several species of birds and fishes, Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is a wetland reserve. Perfect for tourists, environmentalists, photographers and botanists, it is a protected area and has a large number of migratory birds, fishes, crustaceans and mammals. This delicate and vast ecosystem has three birding hides which allow visitors to explore and engage in bird spotting.

The sanctuary located in Ras Al Khor area aims at conservation, protection, preservation and maintenance of eco-tourism and nature. Also known as the “Cape of the creek”, it is a perfect mix of an architectural and a natural reserve. With avid birdwatching spots and perfect breeding grounds for fishes and birds, you can also spot several lagoons, mangroves, mudflats and salt flats. Not just the flamingos but you can also witness the roosting bird catching fishes out of water or rare grey herons and snowy plovers. You can explore the flamingo or mangrove hides which take you a step closer to the beauty of nature and sets you free and open in the wild.

32th_Dubai Butterfly Garden

Situated at the the Dubai Miracle Garden, the Dubai Butterfly Garden is the world’s largest, housing 15 thousand butterflies and around 50 various species of butterflies all bearing different colours, features and shape. With its butterfly Museum, Educational Centre and Cinema, the Dubai Butterfly Garden provides a great opportunity for the visitors to learn more about the advancement of butterflies through each stage making it an ideal place to visit with kids.

Dubai Butterfly Garden is indoor, having over 10 custom built domes. Each of these is filled with a copious amount of these colourful and beautiful winged creatures. These domes are climate controlled with the aim of creating and providing a safe environment for the butterflies to live in, also enabling the garden to be open throughout the year. The famous American white-winged butterfly Anteos Clorinde is one of the commonly found butterflies here.

33th_Bungee Jumping

Bungee jumping in a city full of skyscrapers is a must-try when in Dubai. Gravity Zone is Dubai’s first permanent bungee operator and takes you as high as 50 meters from where you will free fall! Get the fantastic view of the Dubai cityscape as you free fall to the view of the Burj Khalifa and the magnificent Dubai waterfront. The professionals ensure that everyone is safe and sound while jumping off the tall crane with bungee elastic cords being attached to your body. You can jump solo or with your friends and family in a group of two and double up the fun of this thrilling activity!

Gravity zone also has professional photographers and videographers that create memories with their cameras to make you remember this daring adventure forever. You can also have Dubai’s skyline or tallest Burj Khalifa as a background in the pictures or videos you pay for.

34th_Dubai Museum

Nestled in the Al-Fahidi Fort, this magnificent museum of Dubai was built in 1787 and is the oldest building in the Emirate. Restored in the year 1971 by the ruler of Dubai and then extensively renovated in 1995, today this beautiful architecture houses the city’s heritage and many important historical events. While the main aim of the museum is to present the traditional way of life in the Emirate of Dubai, it also showcases fascinating old maps of the Emirates and Dubai explaining the giant expansion of the region after the oil boom.

The exhibits in the museum vary from many traditional boats and a palm-leaf house to Emirati wind-tower. Various galleries in the complex display the general culture of the land mainly emphasizing the 1800s. Emirati musical instruments, plethora of artifacts exchanged from African and Asian countries and the 3,000-4,000-year-old graves at Al Qusais archaeological site will baffle you with its past.

35th_Dubai Safari Park

This beautiful park has over 3000 animals from across the globe and has become a popular attraction in Dubai for locals and tourists alike. The zoo is divided into various zones named as ‘Villages’, and these are classified based on the regions around the world in which the animals are based. They are Safari Village, African Village, Asian Village, Wadi Village, Arabian Village and Kids Farm which is a playground for children to learn about wildlife.

36th_Mall of the Emirates

The Mall of the Emirates, located in the Al Barsha area of West Dubai, is a shopping mall frequented by both tourists and residents of UAE. It is a one-stop-shop destination that has earned it the epithet of being the “World’s first shopping resort.” It has also been named as the “World’s Leading New Shopping Mall”. The Mall of the Emirates is home to a magnificent family leisure centre housing Ski Dubai, an indoor ski resort and Snow Park, the first of its kind in the Middle East.

The 500-seating capacity, Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre is one of the primary attractions within the mall along with Magic Planet, the popular entertainment center for people of all ages. Founded and owned by Majid Al Futtaim Properties, Mall of the Emirates boasts of 100 odd food shops including top restaurants and cafes. Visitors hoping to find a respite from shopping are free to catch a film at VOX Cinemas or be entertained in different ways. The visitors can also put up at the adjoining 5 star hotels in order to maximize their experience at the mall.

37th_Dubai Water Canal

Dubai Water Canal is one of the most exotic, exorbitant and eco-friendly projects of the Emirate. It stretches over a 3.2-kilometer waterway from the Creek in Old Dubai all the way to the Arabian Gulf. The canal is not just an attraction, it serves as a functional transportation system and provides routes to commute within the city.

The water Canal is eco-friendly as the street lights used in the canal are completely solar-powered ensuring sustainable use of resources. Sitting atop a traditional Arabic Dhow Cruise or taking an Abra ride would give you the best experience and view of the canal. The canal houses three water bodies, the Arabian Gulf coastline, the Crystal Lagoon in Safa Park and the Canal itself, which runs from Business Bay to the Arabian Gulf. It connects Safa Park to the Jumeirah Beach Park. The canal is also surrounded by recreational spots, delectable eateries, and seating areas.

38th_Wild Wadi

Wild Wadi Water Park is one of the premier water parks of Dubai and boasts of innovative rides for all ages providing a unique experience for visitors. Located in front of the iconic Burj Al Arab, Wild Wadi Water Park is themed around Juha, the character from the very popular folktale Arabian nights. Apart from the rides, the water park also provides an excellent surfing experience.

What makes the park people’s favourite is the fantastic location. Located in Jumeirah, the people on the park’s rides have the view of the beautiful Burj Al Arab, the world-famous Burj Khalifa, Jumeirah Beach and more! Do note that not all the rides at the park are family-friendly. Some rides have a strict height, weight and health limit. But rides like Master Blasters and Juha’s Journey are rides the whole family can enjoy together.

39th_VR Park Dubai Mall

Spread over a large 76,000 sq.ft area, VR Park Dubai is the world’s largest among its tribe and is a must-visit place while visiting Dubai Mall. First of its kind in the UAE, a dedicated VR themed park at Dubai Mall is the latest craze for AR and VR fans. It has mind-boggling VR games and experiences such as Dubai Drone, Apex, and the legendary John Wick experience.

This indoor theme park was inaugurated in 2009 with over 150 realistic amusement games and simulators. The primary idea of opening such a park was mainly to depict the video game animated character of Sega, Sonic the Hedgehog. To add up to the surreal experience, it has15 amazing and thrilling rides, fantastic motion simulator and carnival games, simulator games that involves skill-based activities and a wide array of Red Redemption Games. Rides include Xyclone, Robotnik and Rope Rush (which are all forms of obstacle courses), a laser maze which is known as Lazeraze and Racer Bumper Cars which could be driven on a racecourse. There is also a soft play area for children.

40th_Laguna Water Park

Dubai’s water paradise, Laguna Water Park is nestled in Dubai’s finest Beachfront locations of La Mer. It hosts a series of thrilling and exhilarating water rides for the adventurer in you. Other than water rides, you can indulge in shopping at the retail outlets and savor on the variety of delicious food at eateries like Roti Rollers, Zou Zou restaurant and more.

The water park houses world-famous attractions overlooking the sea for your recreation. There is a river along the oasis wherein you can take a soothing dip, a relaxing back float or just get your feet wet. You can also take downtime at the Cabanas. There is an infinity pool where you can swim to your heart’s content. There is something for every age group here. While there are attractive waterslides like Constrictor, Freefall, Loop, Mad Racer and Mantra for adults, the young ones can have a gala time at the Splash Pad (for children up to 4 years old) and Aqua Play (for children between 4 to 12 years old). The Park also has a picturesque Ocean View.

41th_Kite Beach

Not just a beachgoers hub, but a regular spot for watersports enthusiasts, Kite Beach, is the newest beach in Dubai to have a lasting impression on visitors. Wakeboarding, kitesurfing and paddleboarding are a few things that visitors try out when visiting Kite Beach. One can try their hand at volleyball too with the net set upright on the beach. Kite Beach is a local and tourists favourite beach destination with its clean sands, adventure and relaxing opportunities available at everyone’s disposal.

42th_Dubai Shopping Festival 2021

Dubai is hailed as the ‘Ultimate Shopping Destination’ and has more than 70 malls in addition to new ones that open every year. So it naturally becomes a shopaholic’s dream destination. However, with the big brands and the high-end stores, this dream often comes with a price. And this is where Dubai Shopping Festival 2020 comes to your rescue. Though sales happen in Dubai every month; it is the Dubai Shopping Festival 2020 extravaganza which gives you the best offers where much-loved fashion brands across all ranges are available at exceptional discounts.

Dubai Shopping Festival aka DSF was introduced on February 16, 1996, as a retail event. Soon, it was promoted as a tourist attraction, and now it attracts up to 3 million visitors from around the globe every year. It prides in being a premier festival and the largest shopping extravaganza dedicated to festivities and shopping. The duration of DSF is mostly one month, where one finds sale and crazy discounts in the stores for almost any item. During the entire month, there would be a range of activities held in every mall, parks, and other tourists? attractions. The activities are unique to every place, so your shopping experience doesn’t get boring. Moreover, innovative programs are introduced every year to make your experience unique and remarkable.

43th_Grand Mosque, Dubai

Home to Dubai’s tallest minaret (70m), the Grand Mosque or the Grand Bur Dubai Masjid is an Iranian style mosque that is part of the city’s heritage district. The interiors of the mosque is filled with beautiful blue mosaic work that attracts visitors from all over. The mosque is off limits to non-muslims. Built in 1900, the mosque was initially an Islamic Scool forthe teachings of the Quran and was rebuilt in 1998 as a Mosque to the public.

As one of the most visited buildings in the UAE, Grand Bur Dubai Masjid not only serves as a place of worship and Friday gathering, but also as a center of learning and discovery through its education and visitor programs.

44th_At the Top Burj Khalifa

Giving a mesmerising view of the horizon, the At the Top Burj Khalifa tour is a showstopper for those of you out there who wish to know what the view is like from the world’s tallest tower. Developed specifically for the tourists, the At the Top tour and At the Top SKY tour takes you to one of the highest observation decks in the world!

Out of the 160 storeys present in the building, you may find At the Top Observation decks on Level 148, Level 125 and Level 124. Visit during the sunset time for a jaw-dropping sunset view. Not only this, but you may also indulge in many other interesting activities along with your friends and family members at these levels, making your trip to At the Top Burj Khalifa a memorable one.

45th_Madinat Jumeirah

Situated in Dubai, Madinat Jumeirah is a luxurious 5-star resort built with the motto of ?staying different?. One of the largest resorts in Emirates, it has a private beach, several restaurants, ballrooms, an amphitheatre, fitness clubs, kids club, theatre rooms and a turtle sanctuary as well. Madinat Jumeirah has three grand hotels- Jumeirah Al Qasr, Jumeirah Mina A’salam and Jumeirah Al Naseem, and Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf which has summerhouses and villas. The resort also has its own Jumeirah Souk which has more than eighty shops, bars and restaurants. All the guests staying in the hotels of Madinat Jumeirah get a complimentary access to the private beach, wild wadi waterpark, kids club, Jumeirah souk, turtle sanctuary and talise spa and fitness centres.

46th_Al Qudra Lake

A part of the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, the Al Qudra Lake is a series of human-made lakes located right in the middle of the Saih Al Salam desert, on the southern outskirts of Dubai. A perfect place to visit for all nature lovers, the attraction comprises of extensive dunes and oasis-like pools, along with plenty of fauna and over 100 species of birds and desert plants.

Initially built to promote eco-tourism in the city, Al Qudra Lake slowly gained momentum as a famous tourist attraction. The authentic desert feel adds to the serenity of the site. Presently, there are myriads of activities that you can enjoy at the site, such as cycling, dining, capturing photographs, etc. Another highlight of the attraction is that it enables visitors to view wildlife in their natural habitat. The area is also an excellent way to enjoy the beautiful desert sunset of Dubai, complete with a waterfront view!

47th_Dubai Autodrome

Dubai Autodrome is a one-of-a-kind integrated motorsport facility with a sanctioned circuit of 5.39 km. Visitors and motor-enthusiasts can drive some of the famed racecars like the McLaren Sprint and the Ferrari GT at the Kartdrome for real-life racing experience. There are also other activities for the children like birthday parties, kart races for children, simulated races and more. Children have to 7+ years to participate in most of the activities.

48th_Dubai Spice Souk

Famous for its amazing quality and variety of herbs, spices and flavours, Dubai Spice Souks, also known as Old Souk, is all you need to visit for a visual as well as for a taste treat. The air is filled with a unique blend of smells and aromas. Situated in Deira, visitors can find other products like unique Arabian rugs and lanterns, dried fruits and traditional UAE clothing as well. It is the perfect place in Dubai for souvenir shopping.

49th_Etihad Museum

Situated on Jumeirah Road, the Etihad Museum is a historical place which consists of everything old and new. Also called the union house, it serves as a place which recites the story of the birth of the UAE. Managed by the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, this museum collects, preserves and exhibits the heritage and traditions of the city and the country. It has a total of eight pavilions that depict a different story of the UAE.

50th_The Lost Chambers Aquarium

The Lost Chambers Aquarium is the largest aquarium in the United Arab Emirates which is located in a five-star luxury hotel Atlantis, The Palm. This aquarium is designed to the theme of the Lost City of Atlantis. With over 65,000 marine creatures from the depth of the Arabian Sea, UAE’s largest aquarium is a must-visit for people of all ages, especially families with younger children.

Apart from the aquarium, visitors can also go scuba diving with experienced trainers to guide you through it or watch feeding shows. Built with mystic tunnels, underwater mazes and real-time experience of touching the marine creatures; The Lost Chambers Aquarium is the one-of-its-kind experience for visitors.