Top things to do in Dubai

Dubai has become the world’s favourite holiday destination and most tour operators successfully fly dozens of people weekly to see this city beautifully crafted with tourism in mind. The city has so much to offer that tourists may get confused as to what to see once they are there.

So it’s always good to have an idea of the interesting places to see or things to do while touring the city. These are a list of some recommendations.

Dubai Mall

The Dubai Mall

The Dubai Mall is the largest mall in the world by total area. It is the 21st largest shopping mall in the world by gross leasable area. The mall has an aquarium that showcases more than 300 species of marine animals, including sharks and rays.

Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach

Burj Al Arab

The Burj Al Arab, the world’s most luxurious hotel, is the third tallest hotel in the world. Burj Al Arab stands on an artificial island 280 m (920 ft) from Jumeirah beach. The 7 star hotel is connected to the mainland by a private curving bridge. No one visits Dubai and misses Burj Al Arab.

Burj Khalifa

Burj Khalifa

Soaring 828 metres above Dubai and currently the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa represents a union of art, engineering and heritage. The megatal skyscraper is home to thousands of metres of office space, 900 private residences, the 160-room Armani Hotel and At the Top, the outdoor observation deck on the 124th floor. The 163-storey was constructed in January 2004.

Desert Safari

Akesse Sanza in Dubai

Desert Safari Dubai an exhilarating escapade of a lifetime. It offers hours of untainted fun and heart-stopping activities in one of the biggest as well as magnificent deserts in the Arabian Peninsula. Desert Safari in Dubai is a mix of adventure, cultural entertainment, and sumptuous dinner under the stars.

Desert Safari/ Photo credit: dubaisafariworld.com

Gold and Spice Souks

The Middle East is famous for its souks. In Dubai it is no different. The traditional markets spaces dedicated to the art of bargaining are the Gold Souk and the Spice Souk, the two are neighbors and are located on the edge of Dubai Creek in the Deira region.

Gold Souk is the largest gold market in the world and offers much more affordable prices than the major jewelers. It is a great opportunity for anyone who likes gold and other precious metals.

In the same complex of markets, there is also the Spice Souk. The place is ideal for those who love good cuisine and love to buy some seasoning. Arab markets always offer a huge variety of spices and will certainly help enrich the dinner table upon returning to Brazil. Stay tuned for price and always ask before you buy so you do not pay too much. The sellers love to trade values ​​and this is one of the best attractions of the souks.

Ski Dubai

Ski Dubai is an indoor ski resort with 22,500 square meters of indoor ski area. The park maintain the temperature of -1 degree Celsius to 2 degree Celsius through out the year. It is a part of the Mall of the Emirates, one of the largest shopping malls in the world, located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Source: Wikipedia)

Wild Wadi Waterpark

The Wild Wadi Water Park is an outdoor water park in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Situated in the area of Jumeirah, next to the Burj Al Arab and the Jumeirah Beach Hotel, the water park is operated by Jumeirah International, a Dubai-based hotelier.