Best Things to do in Dubai

Seema is a fun-loving girl and has been a travel writer for more than 3 years. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, painting, and basketball. She is the editor of the website www.kidzapp.com , where you can find the best places to take your kids in the UAE.

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Dubai is one of the richest Emirates in the world that attracts tourists like a magnet. Whether you want to enjoy a leisurely holiday, soak yourself in sightseeing, experience wildlife, and offbeat adventure, shop until you drop, or pamper yourself indulging in comfort and luxury, Dubai will have you covered. Just imagine anything that you want to experience on land, in air, and in water, and you can find it here. We have sorted out the best things to do in Dubai for both leisure and adventurous vacations in the UAE.

Top Things To Do In Dubai

#1 Burj Al Arab

If you want to soak your eyes in a gorgeous site for free, then Burj Al Arab is one such site you shouldn’t miss. It’s the only Seven-Star Hotel in the world perched between Jumeirah Beach and the Palm Islands. This marvelous building has revolutionized the world of architecture with its stunning design. It has an impressive, curved glass façade and the tallest atrium (around 600 ft.) in the world.

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Besides, it’s also one of the tallest hotels in the world. The hotel is renowned for its amenities which include revolving beds in suits. Guests who book a room in this hotel are welcomed with a complimentary ride in Rolls-Royce. For the ultra-rich, the hotel also has a helipad.

If booking a room is not in your league, try breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is one way to enjoy the hotel’s interior and exterior closely without depleting your bank balance. However, you ought to make a reservation first with the restaurant. In case you want to see the building for free from a close distance, take a walk on Jumeirah Beach. Find an idle spot on the beach and click a selfie with Burj Al Arab in the background.

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#2 Dubai Mall

Whether for window shopping or actual shopping, visiting the Dubai Mall is one of the best things to do in Dubai. This grand and chic mall has earned the distinction of being the largest mall in the world. It houses over 1200 retail stores that sell branded products covering a wide range of categories.

Just think of anything, and you can buy it in this mall. This massive retail center is good to experience for a whole day. It is equipped with a movie theater, restaurants, and an underwater aquarium. The best thing about visiting this mall is the option to enjoy ice skating at Dubai Ice Rink.

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#3 Bollywood Park Dubai

If you love drama, comedy, music, and the action of Indian movies, then Bollywood Park is for you. This park celebrates the great film industry of Mumbai, India. It is built in a 1.7 million square feet area and forms a part of Dubai Parks and Resorts. It is divided into six zones where you can enjoy the world’s tallest swing ride and mouth-watering treats that form an integral part of Mumbai street foods.

Everything inside the park is designed to simulate the feeling of the B-Town. You can enjoy cinematic rides, and attractions based on blockbuster movies. The park is also good to enjoy live shows and performances, as well as see the live shooting of a movie action scene. In short, you can enjoy wholesome food, custom, culture, and Indian culture at this Bollywood movie-theme-based amusement park.

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#4 Jumeirah Mosque

Don’t be surprised by finding this religious site in the list of the best things to do in Dubai. Whether you’re religious or not, a visit to this holy site is a must learn about the cultural significance and educational value of the region. Visitors are provided with a guided tour of the mosque. 

The Jumeirah Mosque is impressive from the outside and the inside. It has a stunning façade and the entire structure is built in the Fatimid architecture style that belongs to the medieval period. This is one of those mosques in the UAE where visitors of all faiths are granted access. When you step into this mosque, its ornate detailed interior with painted panels will have your jaws dropped. A visit to this mosque will surely change your perception in many ways.

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#5 Burj Khalifa

Who doesn’t want to see the beauty of something the world bows to? The one name that comes to mind in this regard is Burj Khalifa. This sky-touching edifice has earned so many titles owing to its construction and many ‘firsts’ in the world. It features commercial offices, residential apartments, restaurants, and much more. It also houses the world’s fastest elevator and the highest observation deck.

You can take the elevator to the observation deck located on the 124th floor from where you can take in the breathtaking views that stretch up to the Persian Gulf. A special telescope is installed at this observation deck that allows you to see how Dubai evolved into a futuristic city from being a fishing village. If you’re ready to doll out extra cash, you can also access the 148^th floor, which has the highest observation deck in the world. If you want to visit this world-famous destination, book entry tickets online in advance.

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Conclusion

If one starts counting the best things to do in Dubai, he or she can easily list down over 100 things. In comparison to that, the above-listed things are like a drop in the ocean. Nevertheless, if you experience all of the mentioned things, your vacation in Dubai will be a massive hit. 

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