
Places • 4 June, 2025
You are in the Heart of Dubai
Welcome to the heart of Dubai – a city where skyscrapers touch the clouds, the desert meets the sea, and adventure awaits around every corner. Want to experience it all, from a cup of coffee sprinkled with gold to a desert dune safari? Then grab this guide – your key to unforgettable sights, tastes, and experiences that will make your journey to Dubai truly extraordinary!
What to Do?
1. Ascend the Burj Khalifa or visit The View at The Palm observation deck

2. Watch the fountain show at The Palm Fountain

3. Admire the flowers at Dubai Miracle Garden

4. Enjoy a year’s worth of shopping at Dubai Mall and check out the aquarium

5. Have fun at Wild Wadi or Aquaventure water parks

6. Satisfy your thrill-seeking side at IMG Worlds of Adventure, Legoland, or Motiongate theme parks

7. Go skiing at the Ski Dubai indoor ski resort

8. Attend a concert by a world-famous star

9. Visit the Museum of the Future

10. Learn about the country’s history at Heritage Village

11. Compare modern districts with historic Al Bastakiya

12. Stroll through Dubai Design District with its galleries and art installations

13. Capture the most beautiful photos at Dubai Creek Harbour

14. Wander the markets: gold, spice, or perfume

15. Take a traditional dhow boat ride through Dubai Marina

16. Explore the artificial island of Palm Jumeirah

17. Experience cultures from around the world at Global Village

18. Soar 250 meters high on the Ain Dubai observation wheel

19. Swim in an infinity pool with a view

20. Spend a day at one of the beaches

And 5 More Important Activities Outside of Dubai
21. Go on a desert dune safari

22. Be amazed by the beauty of Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Abu Dhabi

23. Feel the adrenaline rush at Yas Waterworld and Ferrari World theme parks

24. Have breakfast with giraffes at Emirates Park Zoo in Abu Dhabi

25. See the largest aquarium at the new Sea World Aquarium in Abu Dhabi

What to Try?
- Real Dubai chocolate
- Coffee with gold
- A camel meat burger
- Arabic rice dish Machboos
- Dates
What to Bring Back?
- Traditional Arabic perfume
- Gold jewelry
- Bakhoor – agarwood incense
- Arabic coffee pot “dallah”
- Al Nassma Chocolate made with camel milk