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Visit DUBAI
EAUTIFUL beaches, record-breaking attractions and experiences like no other - Dubai is the place to be in 2023.
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It’s no wonder it’s been named Tripadvisor’s No.1 Most Popular Destination in the World for the second year running. Let’s explore...
Downtown Dubai
Downtown Dubai, with the Dubai Mall and Dubai fountain - and the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, is one of the most snapped backdrops in the city. Fashionistas from around the world - as well as Dubai’s own style-set - love to share the frame with this extraordinary landmark. You’ll also want to book a table at the Asado for award-winning Argentinian cuisine and stunning waterside views.
Bluewaters
No ordinary island, Bluewaters is a man-made wonder that houses the world-famous Caesar’s Palace Dubai and Ain Dubai, the world’s largest observation wheel. With the city’s gleaming architecture on one side and and the shimmering waters of the Arabian Gulf on the other, we recommend heading to Cove Beach for a quintissential sun and sea backdrop, or dining at the Japanese-Peruvian Clay, with Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach residence in the distance.
Al Seef
For old Dubai charm with a modern twist, take a stroll through the All Seef district. Nestled beside Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood and along the banks of the historic Dubai Creek, this bustling development presents the charms of a bygone era, in effortless fashion.
Venture through the sand-coloured ‘sikka’ (alleyways) and cobblestoned streets and vibrant museums to capture the feel of Dubai’s humble beginnings.
There are plenty of charming restaurants too, like Al Fanar Seafood Market for authentic local flavours.
THE POINTe
A waterside wonderland at Palm Jumeirah, The Pointe presents an array of dining, shopping and entertainment options for the whole family. Stroll along the picturesque promenade, especially popular for its views of fairytale castle-like Atlantis, The Palm, in the distance.
If you’re in the mood to shop, stop by Oud Dubai to discover an incredible range of traditional scents, or create your own sparkling souvenir at Palazzo Jewellery.
Dubai Creek Harbour
Home to retail, cultural and residential spaces, it’s also one of the most photographed places in Dubai. You’ll want to seek out the waterside promenade, where giant arches frame skyline views of Burj Khalifa and the Downtown Neighbourhood.
Swim at Vida Creek Harbour’s infinity pool or dine on French classics at Mondoux restaurant’s terrace.
Dubai Aquarium
Don’t miss the giant 10 million-litre tank at Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, which contains more than 33,000 aquatic animals and the largest collection of sand tiger sharks anywhere.
Rising to the third floor of Dubai Mall, the aquarium is among the city’s most popular attractions. Stroll through a 48 metre tunnel, with the aquarium enveloping to the Buri Khalifa. Featuring over 1,200 retail stores and hundreds of food and drink outlets, it covers over 1 million square metres - an area equivalent to 200 football pitches. It houses retailers such as Bloomingdales and Galleries Lafayette and brands such as Burberry and Versace.
As well as the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, it also features the Olympic-sized Dubai Ice Rink, childrens’ ‘edutainment’ concept Kidzania and a massive indoor cinema complex.
Jumeirah Public Beach
The Jumeirah Public Beach (called Nessnass Beach by locals), has become a popular hotspot thanks to its welcoming waters and clean stretch of sand.
you from overhead and around, and tiger sharks and stingrays swimming overhead.
Dubai Mall
Dubai Mall is the world’s largest shopping, entertainment and leisure destination, located next
It‘s also one of the few beaches in Dubai to allow swimming at night, as well as during the day. Thanks to powerful floodlights, you can swim in the sea at part of Jumeirah Public Beach from sunset to sunrise. Nessnass Beach is located behind Sunset Mall, one of the city’s boutique shopping destinations.