Things to do in Dubai

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Souk Madinat Jumeirah featuring general coastal views
Dubai Emirate featuring a coastal town, modern architecture and skyline
Safa Park showing modern architecture, a park and a high rise building
Sharjah which includes modern architecture, a bay or harbor and boating

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Dubai Mall which includes shopping and interior views

Downtown Dubai

4.5/5(168 area reviews)

Dubai Mall and KidZania are top sights in Downtown Dubai, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station or Dubai Trolley Station 2 Tram Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Dubai
Aquaventure showing rides and a waterpark

Palm Jumeirah

4.5/5(427 area reviews)

Travellers love Palm Jumeirah for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Dubai by jumping on the metro at Nakheel Mall Station or The Pointe Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Palm Jumeirah Mall and Aquaventure.

Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Marina showing a city, skyline and a marina

Dubai Marina

Visit Dubai’s first purpose-built waterfront development to see a man-made canal city with luxury properties, parks, promenades and plenty of shopping opportunities.

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Jumeirah Beach Residence

4.5/5(551 area reviews)

A bustling marina amazing beaches and top sights from Marina Beach to The Walk – discover Jumeirah Beach Residence, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Dubai Water Canal and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.

Business Bay
Gold Souk which includes signage, a city and central business district

Deira

4/5(330 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Deira. Check out top attractions like Gold Souk and Fish Roundabout, and jump on the metro at Abu Baker Al Siddique Station or Salah Al Din Station to see more of the city.

Deira