The Las Vegas of the Middle East, Dubai is a whole new world that represents a different way of life. Dubai is a futuristic place with warm and medieval quintessence. UAE is the 3rd richest country in the world and Dubai is the 30th wealthiest city in the world. The glittering Dubai is the UAE’s magnificent tourism and holiday spot, with skyscrapers, ultra-modern parks, museums, luxury hotels, recreation spots, malls and many more. One of the famous tourist attractions of Dubai for which the city Dubai itself is renown around the globe is Burj Khalifa. The tallest structure of Dubai is 830 meters to the tip in height that makes it the major attraction of the city for the tourists. Dubai has numerous cultural highlights, sightseeing and fun things to do along with glamorous modern add-ons. After a pandemic hiatus, Dubai is all open for tourists following all essential care and norms for tourist’s safety. Tourists have to follow some essential rules and norms according to tourist guidelines for the pandemic effect. Let’s learn more about the top places to visit that are the best tourist attractions in Dubai:
#1. Burj Khalifa
Dubai’s tallest landmark structure Burj Khalifa is the major tourist attraction of the city, which has soared up to 829.8 meters, to be precise 830 meters to the tip is the world’s tallest building. For convenient observation, tourists must buy “At the Top” entrance ticket for Burj Khalifa to get rid of annoying long queue, if planning to visit on weekends.
Trip to the observation deck is on the 124th floor which is a must-do activity for the tourists while being in the city. The building has 163 floors in total and the views from the 124th floor across the city skyline to give you absolute bird’s-eye perspective are simply breathtaking. The structure is all equipped with modern high-speed elevator that whizzes you up to the observation deck to grant you 360-degree views out at the skyscrapers with the desert on one side and the serene ocean view on the other. Nighttime sightseeing of the structure is most popular with photographers and light lovers to get a glimpse of Dubai’s famous city-lights panoramas.
Location – 1 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd, Dubai
Open – 24 hours
#2. Jumeirah Beach
The strip of white sandy bliss is the famous sun-kissed beach destination in Dubai that allures tourists from all over the world due to its spectacular view of the Persian Gulf. Jumeirah Beach is particularly popular for its white sands and is one of the best tourist attractions of Dubai.
Tourists can enjoy an awestrucking view of the seven-star Burj-Al-Arab, the iconic hotel from the beach itself, which is another hot attraction of the city Dubai. Tourists can stroll around on the public part of Jumeirah Beach, which is highly facilitated with barbeque lines, palm trees, children parks and desert gardens. The beach has also excellent facilities, with numerous sun loungers, water sports offering jet skiing and restaurants.
The Jumeirah Beach in Dubai is the attraction to get best view of the sunset when the sands reflect a deep shade of gold and the waters comfortably warm.
Location – Jumeirah District, Jumeirah Beach Road
Open – 9. A.M – 6:30 P.M.
#3. The Palm Islands
The Palm Islands in Dubai is actually a set of 2 artificial islands, primarily the Palm Jumeirah and the Palm Jebel Ali. Tourists can conveniently get a chance to visit Palm Jumeirah which is one of the most famous tourist places in Dubai which is the only completed Island. The island is built in the shape of a palm tree. The absolute best way to view the Palm Islands is by aerial view or atop one of Dubai’s many high-rise skyscrapers, including most popular Observation Deck at the Burj Khalifa.
Location: Persian Gulf, Dubai
Open – 24 hours
#4. Dubai Mall
Dubai Mall, the massive shopping center of the world, located in the core of the prestigious Downtown Dubai, known as ‘The Centre of Now,’ as The Dubai Mall which is the world’s colossal and most-visited merchandise and entertainment spot. The destination has welcomed luxuriantly more than 80 million tourists and visitors in year 2014. The Dubai Mall is the Fashion Avenue which is the sector dedicated solely to large fashion.
Highlights of The Dubai Mall are SEGA Dubai, Sleep Pod Lounge, Dubai Dino, Dubai Aquarium.
Location – Financial Center Street, Next to Burj Khalifa, Dubai
Open – 10 A.M. – 1 A.M.
#5. Dubai Miracle Garden
Dubai Miracle Garden always stays on the top priority of tourists sightseeing and must do things in Dubai lists. For the nature fanatics, the Dubai Miracle Garden is one of the best tourist attractions in Dubai to relish. The lush green gardens with multiple vibrant colorful florae become a treat to the senses of the tourists and visitors that will leave you with a serene, pleasant and cheerful feeling throughout the day. This attraction in Dubai is the largest natural flower garden in the world and the miraculous fact that makes it stand out is it is located in the city of deserts.
Lake Park, Giant Teddy Bear, Umbrella Tunnel and Floral Clock are the most popular attractions in the Dubai Miracle Garden, Dubai.
Location – Al Barsha South 3, Barsha, Dubai land Area, Dubai
Open – 9. A.M- 6. P.M. and Saturdays – 9 A.M. – 9.P.M.
#6. Ferrari World
Abu Dhabi’s largest theme park is the Ferrari World founded back in 2010. The park’s indoor activities attract most tourist as it is centered around all wishes you can fulfill with a Ferrari. At Ferrari World, everyone can enjoy somethings even the kids.
Provided with the opportunities to get glimpse of how incredible Ferrari cars are actually manufactured. If tourists wish to drive a Ferrari, they can actually get an expert champion by their side to ride with them. The Ferrari world is facilitated with live shows, shopping and food and everything you need for entertainment and to have unlimited fun.
Highlights of the Ferrari World are 3D animations, live theatre at Ferrari World with Formula Rossa, Fiorano GT Challenge, Ferrari Store, Speed of Magic, G-Force, The Pit Wall.
Location – Yas Island, 128717, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Open – 11.A.M – 6. P.M (Sun – Wed)
11 A.M. – 10. P.M (Thurs – Sat)
#7. Dubai Museum
Located near the Bastakiya Quarter, the Dubai Museum grants its visitors and tourists a glimpse of the origin of the monumental city and the futuristic transformation. The museum comprises the Al Fahidi Fort, which is one of the oldest buildings in Dubai, earlier used by the monarch as a defense station. The present time, museum features a variety of aspects dedicated to Dubai’s historical, cultural, and geographical landscape.
Location – Al Fahidi Fort, Dubai, UAE
Open – 8:30 A.M. -8:30 P.M.
#8. Dubai Aquarium
World’s largest suspended aquariums located in Dubai, known as Dubai Aquarium which is an underwater zoo. Tourists get a captivating experience of the aquatic life with numerous aquatic species in this aquarium. The underwater zoo is facilitated with a huge range and collection of sand tiger sharks and other endangered species which is one of the best tourist attractions in Dubai.
The aquarium is one of the popular tourist spots in Dubai having over 140 various species which this aquarium and underwater zoo conserves and sustains. The aquarium is a walk on the 48-meter-long tunnel inside giving all tourists and visitors a breathtaking view of the glittering world of the ocean.
Location – Dubai Mall, Doha Street
Open – 10 A.M – 10 P.M.
#9. MOTIONGATE
Motiongate is one of the famous and popular fun destinations of Dubai to visit which is essentially a theme park inspired by Hollywood. Tourists get to this place to experience the adrenaline-pumping ride and visitors can even meet popular Hollywood characters strolling around the parks waiting for snapshots with visitors. The park’s most thrilling attraction is the adrenaline pumping ride which is The Green Hornets High-Speed Chase. Some other highlights of Motiongate are Zombieland Blast of Shows like King Julien’s Side Show Stomp, Operation Penguin Strike, Madagascar Mar Pursuit, Smurf’s Village, Kung Fu Panda academy.
Location – Dubai Parks & Resorts, Sheikh Zayed Road
Open – 2 P.M. – 10 P.M. and up to 11 P.M. on Thursdays and Fridays
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