Dubai, also known for its occasional festivals that take place throughout the year has remodeled itself a lot in recent years, be it in terms of creativity, ambitiousness, or in constructing the projects. The magic of the place will leave you spellbound once you visit it. Here we are listing down a list of best places to visit in Dubai.
#1 – Burj Khalifa
The Burj Khalifa, also known as the Burj Dubai is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With a total height of 829.8 m and a roof height of 828 m, the Burj Khalifa stands proudly as the world’s tallest building one of the attractions you must see when in Dubai.
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# 2 – Dubai Fountains
The Dubai Fountain is a choreographed fountain system. It might surprise you know that It is set on the 12 hectares manmade Burj Khalifa Lake, at the center of the Downtown Dubai development in Dubai. Grab a seat in a nearby cafe, and enjoy every sight around this well-known attraction in Dubai.
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#3 – Burj al Arab
Located on an island in a striking sail-shaped building, this luxury hotel is just at a 5-minute walk from Wild Wadi Water Park and 4 km from Mall of the Emirates.
Burj Al-Arab is one of the tallest hotels in the world, it is the seventh tallest to be accurate, proving it to be among must-see best places to visit in Dubai.
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#4 – Palm Islands
Talking about Dubai tourist attractions, let’s talk about the Palm Islands, which are three artificial islands, Palm Jumeirah, Deira Island, and Palm Jebel Ali, on the coast of Dubai.
Palm Jumeirah already houses luxury villas and a waterpark whereas, the larger Palm Jebel Ali is still going under construction.
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#5 – The World Dubai
The World Dubai or The World Islands is an artificial archipelago of small islands constructed in the shape of a world map, located in the waters of the Persian Gulf. This Dubai tourism attraction has 300 mini-islands that are secluded properties for exclusive investors.
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#6 – Jumeirah Beach
Jumeira Beach is a white sand beach that is located and named after the Jumeirah district of Dubai. Since Dubai gets some intense sun, that means you’ll be needing a beach.
Jumeirah Beach is the best sandy strip in town, and the hub of hotels makes it a great home base for tourists coming from all over the world.
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#7 – Dubai Creek
Dubai Creek is a saltwater creek located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The creek divides Dubai into two towns, Deira to the north, and Bur Dubai to the south.
Check out the Dhow Wharfage, where some fishing dhows have anchored for over a century. Don’t forget to add this place to your best places to visit in Dubai list!
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#8 – Dubai Museum
The Dubai museum is a must-visit for all those who are interested in knowing the history of the United Arab Emirates. The Dubai museum is housed inside the 18th century, Al-Fahidi Fort.
There are light and sound shows which depict the evolution of the U.A.E. from a small fishing village trading dates and pearls to a full-fledged metropolis which is now proudly one of the leading cities of the world.
#9 – Dubai Mall
Another one from our best places to visit in Dubai, the Dubai Mall is a shopping mall in Dubai which is the second-largest mall by total land area, and the 26th-largest shopping mall in the world. In a city like this which is well-known for luxury, you better believe the Dubai mall is a must-see!
#10 – Dubai Marina
Indeed a lovely area to take a stroll, or read a book, or enjoy a boat ride. Its an experience during late evenings when the hustle-bustle around the bay has rested and you enjoy another best place to visit in Dubai.
Spanning three kilometers along the Persian Gulf, the Dubai Marina will be the largest man-made marina in the world upon completion and house to over 12,000 residents and tourists.
Final Thoughts – Best Time To Visit
Though Dubai is a warm place where the weather won’t matter much when it comes to exploring its attractions. BUT, For pleasant weather and less crowded places, the best time to visit this place would be from November to April, as winters in Dubai last from November to April. So explore Dubai with a pleasant atmosphere when everything is at its best!