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Dubai is the largest city in the United Arab Emirates and one of the world's most striking modern metropolises, rising from the desert on the shore of the Arabian Gulf. It is famous for record-breaking architecture, from the soaring Burj Khalifa to vast shopping malls and man-made islands, yet it also keeps an older…
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BezienswaardigheidThe world's tallest building, with observation decks offering vast views over the city and desert. Book a timed ticket online in advance, as prices vary by floor and time; sunset slots cost more and sell out.
ErvaringA giant mall beside the Burj Khalifa with an aquarium, ice rink and shops, plus the free choreographed Fountain show on the lake each evening. Browsing and the fountain are free; individual attractions are ticketed.
ErvaringThe historic heart around Deira and Bur Dubai, with the Al Fahidi heritage district, museums and a working waterway. Crossing the Creek by traditional abra boat is a cheap, memorable highlight.
ErvaringHistoric markets in Deira selling gold jewellery, spices and perfumes. Browsing is free and bargaining is expected, especially for gold, which is sold by weight at a posted daily rate plus making charges.
The must-try local dishes, sweets and fruits — including the exotic ones you won't find back home.
DrinkLightly roasted coffee brewed with cardamom, served in small handle-less cups alongside dates as a symbol of Emirati hospitality, a genuine UNESCO-listed tradition worth experiencing in a heritage cafe.
DishThe Emirati national dish of spiced rice slow-cooked with chicken, lamb or fish, flavoured with dried lime, saffron and cinnamon, the best introduction to home-style Emirati cooking.
DishThinly sliced spiced meat carved from a rotating spit and wrapped with garlic sauce and pickles, Dubai's favourite cheap, fast street food, sold on almost every corner.
SweetGolden deep-fried dough dumplings, crisp outside and soft inside, drizzled with date syrup, one of the few desserts with genuine Emirati roots and a Ramadan favourite.
SweetA thick milk chocolate bar stuffed with pistachio paste, tahini and crispy shredded pastry, invented in Dubai and gone viral worldwide, a genuinely novel sweet worth trying at its source.
DrinkSlightly saltier and less fatty than cow's milk, camel milk turns up in Dubai's coffees, chocolates and ice creams, an unusual, distinctly local taste for most foreign visitors.
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Two metro lines serve the airport terminals and run into the city, making this the cheapest link with a Nol card. Note the metro's late-night closing hours, when you will need a taxi instead.
Metered taxis from the official rank are fair and convenient, especially with luggage or late at night. Avoid anyone offering an off-rank ride inside the terminal.
Licensed ride-hailing apps work well across the city with upfront pricing. A convenient door-to-door option, though often a little pricier than a standard metered taxi.
A clean, modern, mostly driverless network linking the airport, Downtown, Marina and more. Cheap with a Nol card and the easiest way to avoid traffic; some carriages are Gold Class or for women and children.
Plentiful, reliable and metered, filling the gaps the metro misses. Fares are reasonable; make sure the meter is running and keep small change for shorter trips.
A tram serves the Marina and Jumeirah area and connects with the metro, while an extensive bus network reaches the rest. All use the same Nol card as the metro.
The cooler months from November to March are by far the best time, with warm, sunny days ideal for the beach, desert and sightseeing. Summer from June to September is extremely hot and humid, often above 42C, when outdoor activity is limited to early morning, evening and air-conditioned indoor attractions.
Three to four days cover the Burj Khalifa and Downtown, old Dubai and the souks, a beach day and a desert safari at a comfortable pace. Add time for theme parks, day trips or more relaxing.
It can be, but it does not have to be. Hotels, malls and marina dining are pricey, while the metro, abra rides, old Dubai eateries and public beaches are excellent value. Mixing the two keeps costs down.
Beachwear is fine at pools and beaches, but away from them dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered, especially in malls, souks and heritage areas. Respectful dress avoids problems and is expected.
The metro is cheap, clean and covers most tourist areas with a Nol card, backed up by plentiful metered taxis and ride-hailing apps for door-to-door trips and late nights when the metro is closed.
November to March offers warm, sunny weather ideal for the beach, desert and sightseeing. Summer is extremely hot and humid, best suited to indoor attractions and early or late outdoor activity.
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