DUBAI Tourism Guide Places
Aquaventure Water Park / Aquaventure
A world-class park
with many exciting rides. A great way how to spend the day out. Highlight: the
Leap of Faith – a killer attraction!
GPS: N25.13450, E55.12033
Opening hours:
Daily: 10 a.m. till sunset
Admission:
Above 1.2 m in height: AED 250 (AED 225 when booked online)
Under 1.2 m in height: AED 205 (AED 180 when booked online) Infants (under 2):
free
Palm Jumeirah
These artificial islands are one of Dubai's landmarks and a
centre of shopping, fine dining and luxurious hotels.
GPS: N25.11467, E55.13780
Burj Al Arab Hotel
One of the tallest hotels in the world, also well-known for
its seven-star rating. Can be visited.
GPS: N25.14119,
E55.18551
Opening hours:
The hotel is open only to its guests. However, those
interested in visiting can have a breakfast or tea here.
360 Degrees Bar
One of the most popular nightclubs in Dubai. The location
itself is exquisite. Grab a drink and a shisha and enjoy the night.
Marina Breakwater, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Jumeira Road,
Dubai, UAE GPS: N25.14571, E55.18867 Phone: +971 4 4068999
Opening hours:
Sun – Wed: Serving from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Thu – Sat: Club: 5
p.m. – 2 a.m. Lounge: 5 p.m. – 3 a.m. Fri: Club: 4 p.m. – 2 a.m. Lounge: 4 p.m.
– 3 a.m.
Ski Dubai
The kind of fun you wouldn't expect in Dubai. Step through
the door and get transported into an icy land where you can ski and meet
penguins.
GPS: N25.11722, E55.19833 Phone: +971 800386
Opening hours:
Sun – Wed: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. Thu: 10 a.m. – midnight Fri: 9
a.m. – midnight Sat: 9 a.m. – 11 p.m. Last tickets will be sold at: Sat – Wed:
9:30 p.m. Thu – Fri: 10:30 p.m.
Admission:
Ski Slope day pass: Adults: AED 300 Children (3 -12): AED
275 Children under 3 are not allowed to enter due to security reasons.
2 hours:
Adults: AED 200
Children (3 -12): AED 170
Mall of the Emirates
Simply overwhelming – one of the largest malls in Dubai,
featuring countless shops and entertainment facilities.
GPS: N25.11806,
E55.20056
Phone: +971 4 409
9000
Opening hours:
Shops, restaurants, food court, Ski Dubai: Daily: 10 a.m. – midnight
Jumeirah Beach
Perhaps the most popular beach in Dubai. Soak in the warm
sea right by the most luxurious hotels. Well-facilitated.
GPS: N25.17982,
E55.21870
Admission: The
entrance to the beach is paid.
Jumeirah Beach Park
A well-facilitated
park with playgrounds, barbeque sites and the vast beach right next to it. A
wonderful day out.
GPS: N25.19772, E55.23618
Opening hours: Daily: 8 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. (11 p.m. on Thu
and Fri)
Admission: General
admission: AED 5 Admission per car: AED 20
Safa Park
A pleasant park
filled with greenery and other sights, such as the lake, playground or jogging
tracks. A relaxing refuge.
GPS: N25.18564, E55.24676
Opening hours: Sun – Wed: 8 a.m. – 11 p.m. Thu – Sat: 8 a.m.
– 11:30 p.m.
Admission: General admission: AED 3
Mercato Shopping Mall
Smaller and pleasant
shopping mall that won't tire you too much. Well worth the visit if you want to
avoid crowds.
Jumeirah Beach Road, 755 Dubai, UAE GPS: N25.21611,
E55.25278
Phone: +971 43444161
Opening hours: Daily: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Jumeirah Mosque
A stunning staple of Islamic architecture and a perfect
opportunity for taking photos. The inside can be visited only with a tour.
GPS: N25.23397,
E55.26554
Opening hours:
Open on Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun at 10 a.m. It is recommended
to arrive at 9:45 a.m. Admission: General admission:
AED 10
The Dubai Fountain
When these fountains go off, it's a sight like no other. Do
not miss this lustrous gem right by the Burj Khalifa.
GPS: N25.19519,
E55.27548
Opening hours:
Afternoon
shows: daily: 1
p.m., 1:30 p.m.
Evening shows:
Sun – Wed: 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. Thu – Sat: 6 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. (every 30 minutes)
There are no afternoon shows during Ramadan and evening
shows start at 7.30 p.m.
Admission: The admission is free.
Burj Khalifa
The tallest
skyscraper in the world, over 828 metres high. A must-visit while in Dubai.
Take the special tour to the top. 1 Emaar Boulevard, Dubai, UAE GPS: N25.19740,
E55.27429
Phone: +971 4 8888888
Opening hours: Daily: 10 a.m. – 1 a.m. (last entry is 45
minutes before closing)
Admission: Adults (13 years +): AED 125 Children (4 – 12):
AED 95 Infants (0 – 3): free These prices are for tickets bought in advance;
immediate entry admission is much more expensive.
Heritage Village
Discover what Dubai was like before the commerce took over.
The traditional lifestyle is still alive here. GPS: N25.26985, E55.29120
Phone: +971 4 852
1374
Opening hours: Sat – Thu: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. Fri: 8 a.m. – 11 a.m.; 5
p.m. – 10 p.m. Opening hours are subject to change.
Dubai Museum
See how Dubai transformed from a tiny city to the wonder it
is today. Educative and fascinating exhibits – do not miss.
GPS: N25.26306,
E55.29722
Opening hours: Sat – Thu: 8:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Fri: 2:30
p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Visiting hours during Ramadan: Sat – Thu: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Fri: 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Admission: Adults:
AED 3 Children: AED 1
OKKU Dubai
Delicious Japanese cuisine and terrific ambiance. Well worth
the visit on about any occasion.
1 Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE GPS: N25.23040, E55.28688
Phone: +971 4 501
8777
Opening hours:
Sun – Thu: noon – 3 p.m. Daily: 6:30 p.m. – 3 a.m.
Camel Race Track
Dubai residents gather here at weekends to see the camels
race. Do not miss this intriguing past-time. GPS: N25.16715, E55.28831
Opening hours:
Camel races take place from Nov through Mar on Thursdays and
Fridays.
The Dubai Mall
The largest shopping
mall in the world. A must if you've come to Dubai for shopping or
entertainment.
GPS:
N25.19750, E55.27917 Phone: +971 4 362 7500
Opening hours: Stores,
attractions, restaurants and food courts: Sun – Wed: 10 a.m. – 10 a.m. Thu –
Sat: 10 a.m. – midnight
Waterfront Promenade Restaurants: Sun – Wed: 10 a.m. –
10 a.m. Thu – Sat: 10 a.m. – midnight.
Zabeel Park
Sporting facilities,
a gorgeous lake and a full-scale indoor amusement park – you can find all of
this here. A great day out.
GPS: N25.23572, E55.29716
Opening hours: Daily: 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Admission: General admission: AED 5
BurJuman
An upscale shopping
mall with all the high-end brands and more. If you have an unlimited budget,
don't hesitate.
GPS: N25.25306, E55.30194 Phone: +971 4 3520 222
Opening hours: Stores: Sat – Wed: 10 a.m. – 10
p.m. Thu – Fri: 10 a.m. – midnight
Food & Beverages: Sat – Wed: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. Thu –
Fri: 10 a.m. – midnight
Gold Souk
A glimmering miracle. The market specializes in gold and you
can find some real wonders here. Worth the visit even for sightseeing.
GPS: N25.27167,
E55.29861
Opening hours:
Sat – Thu: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Fri: 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Lamcy Plaza
One of Dubai's
fabulous malls featuring a number of stores, an entertainment centre for
children and a huge food court.
GPS: N25.23414,
E55.30784 Phone: +971 4 3359999
Opening hours: Mall: Sun – Wed: 10 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Thu – Sat: 10
a.m. – midnight
Food court: Sun – Wed: 10 a.m. – midnight
Thu – Sat: 10 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.
Rock Bottom Café
A late-night venue with an American flair to it. Visit after
all the other bars close – a terrific night out guaranteed.
GPS: N25.26468,
E55.31165
Opening hours:
Daily: noon – 3 a.m.
Wafi Mall
A marvellous mall
completely themed after Ancient Egypt. Perfect if you want to avoid the crowds.
Oud Metha, Dubai, UAE
GPS: N25.22958,
E55.31924
Phone: +971 43244555
Opening hours:
Sat – Wed: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Thu – Fri: 10 a.m. – midnight
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club
The centre holds
several golf courses, a fully equipped marina, arranges scuba diving and more.
GPS: N25.24295, E55.33588
Phone: +971 4 3801234
Opening hours:
Golf does not end at sunset at Dubai Creek as the Par 3 course, a Driving Range
and the Club's practice facilities are all floodlit to allow play late into the
night.
Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
These protected wetlands are famous for their great
flamingoes and other birds who come to nest here.
GPS: N25.19562, E55.34380 Phone: +971 6066826
Opening hours:
Sat – Thu: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Admission:
Admission to the sanctuary is free.
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