We list the must-visit tourist attractions in the UAE. You can also go over the regular places to visit as you plan your itinerary. Tourism in Dubai and popular destinations.
The Dubai Miracle Garden is a popular tourist spot in Dubai. Located in Dubailand, this flower park opens during winter season when the weather is cool and perfect for spending time outdoors. Over 45 million flowers are spread in over 72 thousand square meters of land. The flowers are planted on different structures and these creations vary every year. … Read more
Do you love shopping? Looking for a way to experience the ultimate shopping escapade in the city of Dubai? Then, get your purse ready, and head off to Fashion Avenue in the Dubai Mall. As far as I’m concerned, this point of attraction is one of the biggest, grandest and most popular shopping centers in … Read more
A wet play area for children, Splash Pad is located at the THE BEACH in JBR. This is something you might want try when you take your kids out for a day at this beautiful open beach area at the Jumeirah Beach Residence. It’s a great place to keep them busy and have fun while … Read more
Looking for free and cheap things to do in this Emirati tourist hub? In my book, one of the best free tourist attractions in the city of Dubai is the bewitching fountain show at the Burj Khalifa Lake. As a spectator in this gratis grand presentation, you will surely have an unforgettable and pleasurable visual … Read more
Dubai is a shopping haven, no doubt about it. Residents of the city, other Emirates, and even other countries in the MENA region come to Dubai because of the many options it offers for shopping. With the influx of tourists flocking this Emirate, Dubai has set up various Shopper festivals to cater to the demand … Read more
The Dubai Textile Souk offers a colorful array of garments – from silk to satin to velvets to voiles, you can check out different hues of these merchandise in this area. The textile market in Dubai is one of the souks in Old Dubai that you should visit when exploring the city. Aside from the … Read more
Pass through alleys and pathways and explore the markets in the Spice Souk. Baskets and jars of spices are being sold at cheap prices by different shops. Take photos of the beautiful displays set up by each shop owner. Better yet, buy a few bags of spices you can use at home or give as … Read more
We explored the Gold Souk on a Friday. It was one of those days where we were figuring out what to do without spending too much money. Visiting the souks in Deira seemed to be a good option as we have never been there. Bad timing it was because on Fridays, the shops open at … Read more
From the imposing Dubai Dino to the electrifying Sega Republic, the Dubai Mall is a buzzing entertainment center teeming with mesmerizing spectacles and attractions. After all, the is often viewed by most Emiratis as the ultimate shopping, sight-seeing and leisure destination in this Middle Eastern metropolis. Whether you are a lavish shopper or a tourist … Read more
UPDATE: This cafe/restaurant is now closed and has replaced by an Apple store. We had dinner with a great view of the Dubai Fountain at the terrace of Madeleine Cafe and Boulangerie one Friday evening. This restaurant in The Dubai Mall specializes in French cuisine and has weekly specials for its patrons to offer something different … Read more
