15 attractions of Dubai: a must see

Dubai is the largest metropolis in the Middle East, the most cosmopolitan city in the UAE, and at the same time, a city of miracles that you can finally believe in by just looking at them. Dubai: Attractions here are located almost at every step, in close proximity to each other.

Today we will list the most famous and iconic sights in Dubai, post their photos and descriptions, as well as talk about where to go and what to see while relaxing at this resort.

Skyscraper Burj Khalifa

The skyscraper Burj Khalifa, whose height reaches 828 m, is considered the hallmark of Dubai. This tower, by the way, the highest on Earth, is perfectly visible from anywhere in the city, but only inside it is possible to feel its true greatness. On the 124th floor of this building, above the clouds, there is an observation deck - on a sunny day, an unbelievably beautiful panorama opens from it. On the 122nd floor there is a luxurious restaurant Atmosphere, whose visitors feel like true celestials, having dinner among the clouds. This is only a small part of what Burj Khalifa has.

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Dancing music fountain

Next to the legendary skyscraper, in the middle of an artificial lake of 12 hectares, there is the highest musical fountain in the world: the jets of water it releases soar up 150 m.

Water, shimmering with all the colors of the rainbow, usually "dances" to the Arabian tune. Less often, the performance takes place with classical music and popular world hits.

Vacationers who want to see this attraction and enjoy the enchanting magic of water can find out the schedule of performances of Dubai fountains by clicking on the link.

The Dubai Mall

After exploring the legendary Burj Khalifa Tower and in between music shows, head to Dubai Mall.

Although, to call an ordinary shopping center this huge commercial and entertainment complex is completely wrong. Even a whole day will not be enough to visit numerous boutiques and take part in the entertainment programs of this complex. Dubai Mall welcomes visitors with 150 restaurants, an ice skating rink and a large theme park, as well as the most interesting attraction - an aquarium and an underwater zoo. If you feel tired from hiking in all these sights, you can sleep for several hours in comfortable capsules for sleeping, equipped here in the shopping center.

Of course, the center of the Dubai Mall is better to see on their own, and not as part of the tour. About all the opportunities that open to its visitors, you can read on this page.

Aquarium and underwater zoo

Going to the Dubai Mall with children, you should definitely look into the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo - although they are not too big, there is something to see.

An aquarium is a glass tunnel 10 meters long, passing through which you involuntarily feel yourself inside a huge living organism. Around there are many fish swimming in completely different colors - the spectacle is truly majestic and bewitching.

On the second floor, in the zoo, you can see various animals: crocodiles, penguins, hedgehogs, parrots, owls, bats.

More detailed information that you will need when you independently visit the aquarium and the zoo can be found here.

Hotel Burj Al Arab

Burj Al Arab is recognized as one of the most significant sights of the emirate of Dubai. The silhouette of the hotel, resembling a huge sail, became the beacon of a huge metropolis.

Burj Al Arab is known worldwide for its very high level of service. Although officially it has 5 "stars", it is often called the only hotel on Earth awarded 7 "stars".

Visitors are waiting for everything you can imagine: a shuttle to Rolls-Royce, helicopter flights, a luxurious private beach, the best bars and restaurants in the world.

For those who want to be among the guests of the legendary hotel, go there with a guided tour or see this attraction on their own, the information on the page will be useful.Find out RATES or book any accommodation using this form

Wild Wadi Waterpark

Wild Wadi Water Park offers the best entertainment for those who like extreme adventures. The entertainment complex has 30 magnificent water rides. But even for those who do not want extreme sports, there is something to see and where to walk.

Lazy river

You can go to Wild Wadi water park on your own, moreover, it is much more convenient than as part of the tour. How and when is it better to do this, you can learn from this article.

Aquaventure Waterpark

Aquaventure is a popular attraction in Dubai and the UAE. This huge water park covers an area of 17 hectares and offers a variety of and incredible entertainment. There are different types of slides: with extreme sports and without, for visitors of different ages and different companies.

Detailed information about Aquaventure Water Park and tips for those who travel there on their own can be found on this page.

Sikh Temple Guru Nanak Darbar

The cosmopolitan city of Dubai has become a home for people of different nationalities and religions, including 50,000 Sikhs. Not so long ago, the first Gulf temple of the Sikhs Guru Nanak Darbar was opened in the Persian Gulf.

Around the building there is a special prayer path (parikrama) 54 m long, framed by a beautiful metal fence and adjacent to the picturesque pond. The entire territory of the religious complex covers an area of more than 100,000 m².

Inside the temple there are incredibly spacious and wide staircases, as well as huge arched windows with stained-glass windows, through the multi-colored glass of which a lot of sunlight comes in - thanks to this, the spacious room visually seems extremely huge. In addition to the large prayer hall, which can accommodate 900 people, the building has a dining room for 600 people and a good modern kitchen.

Guru Nanak Darbar Sikh Temple is a unique attraction of Dubai, so it is advisable to see it first. This is a very beautiful and serene place where you can sit in silence and be filled with harmony. And after the prayer, all visitors and those just in need are invited to stay at the langar, during which they are treated to delicious vegetarian food.

To go to the temple, it is not necessary to be a Sikh.

This attraction is open to the public, admission is free.
This religious shrine is open daily from 4:30 to 21:00.

When planning to visit Guru Nanak Darbar on your own, it is best to agree in advance with the taxi driver about the return trip, otherwise you will have to walk to the main road and catch a taxi there. From Dubai, from Energy Metro, you can try to get to the temple on a free bus (the schedule should be on Energy Metro).

Before the trip, you must definitely study the map of Dubai in Russian with the sights marked on it in order to understand the exact location of the Guru Nanak Darbar Sikh Temple.

Center for Cultural Cooperation Sheikh Mohammed

How can a fascinating excursion into the history and culture of the UAE be absolutely free in Dubai? You need to independently visit the Center for Cultural Cooperation Sheikh Mohammed, and You can find it here: Al Mussallah Road, House 26, Al Fahidi District.

The employees of the Center will conduct a free tour and talk about the life and customs of the Arab people, about the historical past of the UAE and Dubai. Tour and all information on information screens in English.

The Center organizes visits to the Jumeirah Mosque, cultural and gastronomic tours. You can book a tour in advance by filling out a special form on the Center's website www.cultures.ae/.

Miracle Garden - a wonderful desert garden

Dubai never ceases to amaze: everything built here is the most ambitious and ambitious in the world, and there is always something to see. Isn't it amazing: a fragrant flower oasis in the middle of the desert?

Miracle Garden is a unique, the largest miracle garden in the world, where 45 kinds of flowers grow on the territory of 72,000 m². Green lawns here harmoniously alternate with luxurious flower beds, and many flowers are planted in the shape of figures: parrots, swans, a 10-meter-high pyramid, an airplane.

The wonder garden is also unique in that its territory is served by a drip irrigation system, through which purified wastewater is supplied. And at the same time no unpleasant odors, only the aroma of flowers!

Miracle Garden is located on the outskirts of the city, address: Al Barsha 3, Arjan Dubailand, Dubai. This is a bit far, and it is most convenient to get there by taxi. The Dubai Miracle Garden is a must-see, and it’s better to go there on your own - it will turn out to be half the price than going from a tour operator with a guided tour.

In the summer, when it is very hot in Dubai, the garden does not work. At other times of the year, he receives visitors at such times:

from Sunday to Thursday inclusive - from 9:00 to 21:00;
Friday and Saturday - from 9:00 to 23:00.

Tickets for adults and children cost the same - at $ 12, children under 3 years pass for free.

You can always find out about possible changes in the schedule and entry prices on the Miracle Garden website: www.dubaimiraclegarden.com/.

Meydan Racecourse

In the list of interesting sights of Dubai that are worth seeing, there is the Meydan Racecourse. It is located within the Meydan City Complex at Al Meydan Road, Dubai.

Meydan Racecourse is the largest in the world: its total area is 6.2 million km2, and the length of the central rostrum is 1,600 m and accommodates 120,000 people. Although the dimensions of the structure are quite impressive, everything is well thought out so that the audience does not miss a single important point: the races are broadcast on a giant LED-screen.

The hippodrome is known for its racetracks of the highest class. One of them, with a length of 1.75 km, has an artificial coating that allows competitions to be held regardless of the weather. Another path, 2.4 km long, is covered with lawn grass. In addition, at the Maidan Racetrack there is a track equipped with everything necessary for warm-ups.

The horse racing season here lasts from November to March and includes several competitions with individual prize pools. The most important event of the season closing it is the Dubai World Cup, known for its grand prize pool of $ 10,000,000. From March to November, when there are no horse races, diverse city events and various exhibitions are held at the racetrack.

Tourists who want to visit Meydan Racecourse on their own and watch the races must first worry about the place on the podium. A ticket worth 300 dirhams will provide very comfortable conditions for watching races, including alcohol and food served by waiters. But you can come to the stadium a few hours before the start of the race and take up free, but not the best places for free.

The meydan hotel

By the way, visiting Meydan Racecourse will be interesting even for those who are not interested in racing, because this is not just a huge racetrack, but a giant entertainment complex. On its territory is the 5 * The Meydan Hotel, whose guests can watch the races directly from the rooms. In the modern IMAX cinema with 585 seats, guests are offered to watch the best news from the world of cinema. The museum, which is located on the territory of Meydan, will tell visitors a fascinating story of the origin of horse racing. In addition, there are numerous cafes and restaurants, a large car parking and a marina.

You can study the exact schedule of the races, as well as find out the cost of tickets for a specific event and book them in advance on the official Meydan Racecourse website www.meydan.ae/.

Race track

Where to go and what to see in Dubai for lovers of speed and sports cars? Of course, you need to visit Autodrome, which located at: Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Rd / Motor City.

Dubai Autodrome is one of the most difficult in the world, since there are high-speed straight lines on the 6 km long track, as well as complicated, technically complicated sections.

Autodrome Dubai offers its guests a variety of programs. For example, adrenaline-causing rides on maps and race cars, including tuned cars for Audi TT and Subaru STI Impreza races. Visitors to the circuit can also purchase an individual program for the whole day or a range of services for a group of tourists. Although visitors are constantly accompanied by an instructor showing the correct path for cornering, many still later note that the tension did not leave them throughout the trip. Even for those who do not have driving skills, but want to ride a race car, there is such an opportunity at the racetrack: you can drive a few laps at high speed in a sports car, which will be led by an experienced instructor.

Autodrome provides all the necessary equipment, including suits, comforters, gloves, and boxes for valuables are also provided. It is very important that shoes for an independent trip be closed, as the car is very hot.

The cost of one check is 100 dirhams. It is quite expensive, but in the CIS countries such experience is simply nowhere to be gained.
It is advisable to reserve a place on the track in advance, you can do this on the official website of the autodrome www.dubaiautodrome.com/. But first, you must definitely study the schedule, because competitions are regularly held at the open kartodrom.

Dolphin Bay at Aquaventure Water Park

What you should definitely see in Dubai, being there on vacation with your children, is Dolphin Bay.

Dolphin Bay is located on the island of Palm Jumeirah, in the Atlantis Hotel, in the eastern part of the Aquaventure Water Park. Address of this attraction: Atlantis The Palm, Crescent Road, The Palm, Dubai. Dolphin Bay is open daily from 9:10 a.m. to 4:30 a.m.

There are a lot of programs that vacationers offer here. The simplest is called "Meet the Dolphins" and takes place in shallow water. It is designed for children under 8 years old and for those who can not swim. In principle, the essence of this program comes down mainly to photographing those who communicate with the dolphin. It is not surprising that at the exit you have to buy a photo for 795 dirhams, and this is still the cheapest option with the ability to get an electronic version of all the pictures.

All programs in the Bay of Dolphins are conducted in English.
Depending on the chosen program, a ticket for an adult will cost 850 - 1450 dirhams. For a photo shoot with dolphins you will have to pay 450 dirhams, and for a spectator pass - 300.
A nice bonus: when buying a ticket to the dolphinarium, on the same day you are allowed to visit the Aquaventure water park for free.
You can find out the schedule of the show, see the cost of tickets and order them on the Dolphin Bay website: www.atlantisthepalm.com/en/marine-water-park/dolphin-bay.

The Walk At JBR - Jumeirah Embankment

The Walk Promenade is ideal for a relaxing walk, and it is best to do it on your own or in a small friendly company, but as part of an excursion.

There are many luxury hotels, stylish boutiques and shops with a huge variety of goods, small markets with handmade souvenirs on the promenade, there are street vendors and live music.

After a walk or busy shopping, it's nice to sit in one of the cafes or restaurants, ordering a cup of ice latte or delicious food. Of course, the prices are not cheap, but you can sit opposite the sea and calmly look at everything that is happening around.

You need to consider that the Dubai The Walk is more comfortable to see in the evening in the evening, when it is not so hot and everything is buried in a romantic highlight.

Dubai Marina Pier

After the artificial archipelagos Palm Jumeirah and Palm Jebel Ali were created in the western part of Dubai, a vast bay was formed between them. On the coastal territory of this bay is the Dubai area known as Dubai Marina. This is a prestigious residential area, a walk through which is included in almost any city tour.You can go there yourself.

Part of the coast of the man-made bay has been transformed into the largest yacht mooring on Earth owned by the Yacht Club. From the pier it is very interesting to see the city, because it offers stunning panoramic views.

In the yacht club on Dubai Marina you can take a boat trip, and best of all the evening. In the evening from the water both the pier and the city open from a different angle than during the day from the boardwalk. Thanks to the lighting, the skyscrapers look even more impressive than in sunlight. In addition, a pleasant breeze blows in the evening and it is not so hot.
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Conclusion

A stay in Dubai can only be compared with a fairy tale. Having studied what attractions Dubai offers, you will probably want to see all of them. After all, choosing the most interesting is really very difficult.

The location of all the attractions of Dubai described in the article can be viewed on the map (in Russian).