When it comes to Dubai, what comes to mind are various high-end and luxurious sights, whether it’s the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, or the largest man-made fountain, or how it developed from a small fishing village to such an international metropolis in a short period of time, all of which prove that this “tycoon” city is not just a reputation.
So, as someone who is visiting Dubai for the first time, what should you do? Here are the top 8 must-see attractions in Dubai!
Burj Khalifa, experience the refreshment of standing on the top of the cloud
This architectural masterpiece of art, engineering and heritage is the tallest building in the world today. The observation deck on the 124th floor can take in the view of the entire Dubai, and the At The Top Sky on the 148th floor is the highest observation deck in the world, where you can experience the real feeling of “in the clouds” .
Under the viewing platform, there is the Armani Hotel and At.mosphere, the highest restaurant in the world. Here, you can enjoy the first-class food while letting your eyes feel the beauty of the city.
Tips：
Opening hours:Floor 124+125: 8:30 – 24:00,
The golden hour climbing time is 16:00 – 18:00. (Prime Hours change seasonally)
148th floor + 125th floor + 124th floor observation deck: 09:30-18:00
Transportation: Take the red line (MRed) on the light rail and get off at Burj Khalifa Metro Station, or take a taxi to Dubai Mail
The Dubai Mall Experience the world’s largest entertainment and shopping complex
The Dubai Mall, located under the Burj Khalifa, is the largest shopping, entertainment and leisure center in the world, with an area as large as 200 football fields. It will take at least several hours to go shopping!
Among them, you can shop at thousands of retail stores, many of which are limited editions; you can also visit aquariums, zoos, skate, and see spectacular and gorgeous fountains at night.
At that time, the design of the entire shopping mall is also very stylish. The whole shopping mall adopts a “simple and luxurious” design, and there is also an indoor market with the Middle Eastern market style. Any pose here is basically a check-in photo of an Internet celebrity.
In short, in Dubai Mall, you can always find the activities you want, whether it is shopping, shopping or playing, whether it is patting or eating, you will never feel bored.
Tips：
Opening hours: 10:00 – 24:00 daily
Transportation: Metro Dubai Mall Station or taxi to Dubai Mall
Dubai Museum: Getting to Know the Historical Dubai
Before becoming such a large international metropolis, Dubai was a small fishing village with no significant presence, surviving on the nourishment of Dubai Creek.
Dubai Museum allows you to learn about the past history of Dubai, understand the living conditions of the people at that time, and the museum itself is also an artifact – built in 1787, it is the oldest surviving building in Dubai.
Tips：
Opening hours: 08:30-20:30, Friday 14:30-20:30
Transportation: Metro Al Fahidi Station or taxi Dubai Museum
Dubai Creek: Experience the Past Years of Dubai
Dubai Creek is known as the historical center of Dubai, where early Dubai residents relied on for their livelihood. In modern times, Dubai Creek separates the “old city” from the “new city.” It is also known as the “real Dubai,” with various traditional souks on both sides of the riverbank, filled with strong Arabic flavors and offering a wide range of souvenirs for purchase.
In the early morning, take a boat, look at the blue sky and white clouds, feel the different scenery on both sides of the river, and experience a different Dubai.
Tips：
Opening hours: all day
Transportation: Metro Al Ras Station or Al Ghubaiba Station
The Pearl of the Sea: Burj Al Arab, the Sailboat Hotel
This is a pearl on the sea.
The Burj Al Arab on the artificial island is not just a seven-star luxury hotel, it is also a symbol of modern Dubai.
You can look at it from a distance on the beach and feel its unique sail shape and exquisite design;
You can also visit the inside of the Burj Al Arab for the price of a meal and experience its inner luxury, perfect service, and exquisite cuisine. Alternatively, you can choose to take a helicopter ride and experience its uniqueness from above. At this moment, you will feel that it is so perfect and different from everything else.
Tips：
Opening hours: all day
Transportation: Taxi
Jumeirah Public Beach: Enjoying the Sea Breeze in the Desert
This is one of the few free public beaches in Dubai, but even so, the sand is fine and the sea water is pure and flawless. At the same time, it is also an excellent place to watch the sailing hotel under the sunset.
Walking along the long coastline, strolling in the afterglow of the setting sun, look at this city with sand and sea, and feel what kind of existence Dubai is outside of the city.
Tips：
Opening hours: all day
Transportation: Far away from public transportation, taxis are recommended
The Beauty of Sanctity and Elegance: Jumeirah Mosque
Built with the traditional decoration of the medieval Fatimid dynasty (Fatimid), completely using white stone, this is the only mosque in Dubai that welcomes tourists to visit, and it looks so eclectic in Dubai among the high-rise buildings. Going clockwise, with the white and transparent slate, it gives people a sacred feeling.
Tips：
Opening hours: 09:00-17:00, closed on Friday
Transportation: X28/88/8 multiple buses are available, about 10 minutes by taxi from Al Jafiliya subway station
The Modern Wonder of the World: Palm Jumeirah Island
As the “8th Wonder of the World”, it is the world’s largest land reclamation project, creating a series of islands in the sparkling waters of the Arabian Gulf, resembling palm tree trunks floating on the sea. Experience a helicopter tour or skydiving for the most stunning aerial views.
There are countless luxurious hotels and resorts on the island, including the Atlantis Hotel, which houses the largest and most dynamic water park in Dubai. Whether you are just visiting the outskirts or experiencing the countless luxuries inside, this largest man-made island can give you a different feeling.
Tips：
Opening hours: all day
Transportation: Take the tram to Palm Jumeirah Station and then transfer to the Palm Island Light Rail to Atlantis, or take a taxi to the Atlantis Hotel