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Things to do in Dubai

Cross the Creek by abra to the gold and spice souks, ride up Burj Khalifa, watch the fountain and end the day on the beach.

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Neighborhood

Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

A creekside quarter of wind towers and narrow lanes that shows Dubai in the mid-19th century.Entry: Free to visit
Food

Al Seef

A heritage-style leisure district on Dubai Creek with restaurants, cafes and shops next to Al Fahidi.Entry: Pay as you go
Museum

Al Shindagha Museum

A museum in Dubai's historic Shindagha district that tells the city's story, culture and traditions.Entry: AED[fee]Search tickets and tours on Klook
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Burj Khalifa, At the Top

The observation decks on levels 124 and 125 of the world's tallest tower, 456 m up, with an outdoor terrace.Entry: Book a time slotSearch tickets and tours on Klook
Viewpoint

Dubai Fountain

A choreographed fountain on Burj Lake that performs every 30 minutes in the evening below Burj Khalifa.Entry: Free to visitSearch tours on Klook
Viewpoint

Dubai Frame

A 150 m picture-frame tower in Zabeel Park with a glass-floored sky deck between old and new Dubai.Entry: Pay at the entranceSearch tickets and tours on Klook
Food

Dubai Marina Walk

A seven-kilometre palm-lined promenade around the marina, lined with cafes and restaurants.Entry: Free to visit
Market

Gold Souk

One of Dubai's oldest markets, with long shaded lanes of gold, pearl and jewelry shops in Deira.Entry: Free to visit
Beach

Kite Beach

A free public beach in Umm Suqeim with a long running track, water sports and views of the Burj Al Arab.Entry: Free to visitSearch tours on Klook
Food

Souk Al Bahar

An Arabian-style souk by Burj Lake with restaurants and the Time Out Market food hall facing the fountain.Entry: Pay as you go
Market

Souk Madinat Jumeirah

A modern Arabian souk on waterways, with crafts, lanterns, over 25 places to eat and abra boat rides.Entry: Free to visit
Market

Spice Souk

A traditional Deira market of spices, herbs, teas, nuts and saffron sold by weight from open sacks.Entry: Free to visit
Food

The Dubai Mall

The giant mall next to Burj Khalifa and the fountain, with shopping, dining and entertainment.Entry: Pay as you go
Viewpoint

The View at The Palm

An observation deck 240 m above sea level with 360-degree views over Palm Jumeirah and the coast.Entry: Book a dated time slotSearch tickets and tours on Klook
Food

The Walk at JBR

A 1.7 km beachside boulevard at Jumeirah Beach Residence with restaurants, cafes, shops and the beach.Entry: Free to visit
Market

Waterfront Market

Dubai's largest food market, the successor to the Deira Fish Market, with fresh seafood and waterfront restaurants.Entry: Pay as you go

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