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Home to Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, Dubai is synonymous with soaring skyscrapers that rise beautifully above sunny beaches and desert panoramas. The hallmark of this city is its diversity of attractions coupled with an abundance of opportunities to experience Arabian hospitality.

You can expect to have a packed schedule of things to do when visiting this modern Arabian city, from theme parks to desert safaris. One of the standout city landmarks is the Burj Al Arab, a sail-shaped structure set against the backdrop of the Arabian Sea. A short drive away is Downtown Dubai, home to Dubai Fountain – a visually exciting spectacle of illuminated water jets dancing to music. Thrill seekers can even experience adrenaline-pumping action at Skydive Dubai, Deep Dive Dubai and Dubai Parks and Resorts.

No trip to Dubai is complete without a shopping spree at its glitzy malls and traditional souks, or marketplaces. The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence, an open-air promenade, comes alive during the winter months while Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Mall offer year-round opportunities to shop for luxury goods. For local souvenirs, hop over to Spice Souk, Perfume Souk or Gold Souk.

Dubai's sun-drenched coastline – stretching from Jebel Ali to Al Mamzar – is dotted with numerous public beaches, offering everything from energising water sports to tranquil swimming spots. Kite surfers and paddleboarding enthusiasts can head to Kite Beach, while sunbathers can relax at Sunset Beach.

Dubai is served by two airports, Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International Airport, the former being one of the busiest airports in the world.

Tonight

From £24 per night

This weekend

From £52 per night

Next weekend

From £63 per night

Most popular time to visit October–December
Cheapest time to visit January–March
Local currency AED 10 = £2.16
Language Arabic
Average weekend price £150 per night
Average weekday price £152 per night
Typical stay 2 nights

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What other travellers say about Dubai

10

Dubai is beautiful.

27 March 2024

Dubai is beautiful. Everywhere is so clean, people are friendly and helpful, food is delicious. It feels so safe and civilised. I love it. So easy to get around as you have a choice of tram, metro or very reasonably priced taxi’s always available.

Jan
Jan United Kingdom
2.0

Dubai has been spoiled because of the amount of traffic on...

26 March 2024

Dubai has been spoiled because of the amount of traffic on the roads. More time (hours) is spent in gridlocked traffic jams than actually viewing the sites. I love the Middle East but won't be in a hurry to use Dubai again as a hub when there are others available.

Ann
Ann United Kingdom
10

Meals in the dinner cruse are tasty and sufficient.

26 March 2024

Meals in the dinner cruse are tasty and sufficient. Meals served in desert safari were not in a good taste. The places which we visited were a new experience for my family and never seen such places another country. The service staff of the most location were very helpful and not cheatable.

Anonymous
10

Always love going to Dubai for short trips and exploring new...

25 March 2024

Always love going to Dubai for short trips and exploring new areas. Plenty of great hotels and dining options to try new foods and experiences. The Treehouse at Taj has nice views and outdoor ambience for an evening out plus views of the Burj Khalifa. Miss Tees is great for trying a variety of Asian cuisine; very tasty foods.

Lita Jo
Lita Jo United Arab Emirates
8.0

The hotel is good, location is perfect.

23 March 2024

The hotel is good, location is perfect. The only thing staff to be more friendly. Most of them are new in field including, manager has to be more flexible and reachable. Contact details of this hotel is not reachable all the time. So before you book u should be very careful of your requirements.

Ahmed Faisal
Ahmed Faisal
10

Dubai is a must see.

21 March 2024

Dubai is a must see. Every time you go there you are surprised by new amazing buildings, new ideas from the volcanic mind of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum and his advisors. Go there. Stay there. It's an example of visionary projects, amazing architectures, beautiful buildings, cleanliness.

Luigi
Luigi Italy

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