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Best things to do in Dubai

  

Dubai is one of those cities that’s so much more than meets the eye. Beyond the glossy building exteriors, there’s a wealth of award-winning restaurants, cultural hubs and incredible souks that you have to see. Honestly, there’s just so many of the best things to do in Dubai that are dotted all across the city. 

Best things to do in Dubai  

1.) See the historic fishing town of Al Bastakiya

Before Dubai was, well… Dubai, the area was scattered with small fishing villages that dotted the shoreline. I’m all for the glossiness of Dubai but I equally love to see some of the older parts of the city.

Take a moment from the towering city and head over to the Bastakiya Quarter, which has stood the test of time (even if this mega-metropolis of a city has grown around it).

Visit some of the historic buildings, visit the smaller souks and discover some of the beautiful architecture that makes up ‘old-Dubai’ it’s somewhere I loved visiting on my last visit to the city. It really is one of the best things to do in Dubai. 

If you really want to escape some of that midday heat, hop over to the Dubai Museum to learn more about this region.

2.) Spend a night in the desert

If you’re anything like me you’ll be itching to explore outside of a city. One of the things that struck me with Dubai is that it’s quite unique, once you leave the fringe of the city skyscrapers you realise pretty fast that you’re smack-bang in the gorgeous desert landscapes of the UAE.



There are quite a few ways to spend a night in the desert, some focus on gorgeous luxurious Bedouin-style tents, while others focus on exploring the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.

Whatever you choose, it’s got to be one of my favorite ways to see the sunset and easily one of the best things to do in Dubai.

3.) Watch the sunrise over the city

Arguably one of the best ways to see the sunrise is via the age-old craft of hobby of air ballooning.

4.) Explore the souks for spices and gold

Once a thriving melting pot of local trade, the souks of Dubai are still a great place to explore.

Popular amongst visitors, they do get a little busy but that shouldn’t stop you visiting (just embrace the crowds and enjoy it).

On the other hand, if you want to avoid most of the visitors, arrive in the early morning, a time when the souks traditionally thrived (as it kept locals out of the midday heat).

5.) Try your hand at falconry

Falcon handling is the art of ‘handling’ the falcon’s that are so very popular in Dubai and history in the culture of the region.

Book yourself an excursion, learn more about how these gorgeous birds live and try your hand at guiding a Falcon in the desert landscape.

Falconry, by the way, is an important part of the history here and is even classed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Item to protect and help raise awareness of falconry.

6.) See the old fishing boats at Bur Dubai Abra Dock




After spending the afternoon in the glitz of the city, head over to Bur Dubai Abra Dock where you can walk the boardwalk and experience some of the older trades that once sustained the region.

7.) Wander through the Dubai Miracle Garden

Dubai’s Miracle Garden is a uniquely designed garden that sits pretty within the city itself. Cultivated and crafted to show some of the most beautiful gardens in the UAE. Make sure you visit early in the day and discover some of the gorgeous gardens that are truly works of art.



8.) Take in the views from the Burj Khalifa

A great way to start your time in Dubai and gain an appreciation for the scale of the city, head to the top of the world’s tallest building – the Burj Khalifa. From here you can take in views of the entire city, though do note that the view changes every day! For our visit, the view was quite hazy, but on a good day, you can see well into the distance. Sunrise and sunset are also magical times to visit and find yourself on top of the clouds, but be sure to book your visit a few weeks in advance of your trip as the tower is booked out daily!






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