Guidebook for Dubai
Shopping
Located in the old part of town in Deira, it is a vibrant market close to the old Gold Souq. For a unique experience, you can reach there by crossing the creek by abra from the Textile Souq on the Bur Dubai shore. 1 AED fee per person.
17 locals recommend
Dubai Spice Souq Market
41 34th StLocated in the old part of town in Deira, it is a vibrant market close to the old Gold Souq. For a unique experience, you can reach there by crossing the creek by abra from the Textile Souq on the Bur Dubai shore. 1 AED fee per person.
The biggest.. for shopping and casual dining. Check out the aquarium and enjoy the fountains show facing Burj Khalifa.
523 locals recommend
The Dubai Mall
The biggest.. for shopping and casual dining. Check out the aquarium and enjoy the fountains show facing Burj Khalifa.
Food Scene
Best trendy restaurants are located in the heart of the Financial District. Perfect place for dining or to have a drink at Zuma, La Petite Maison or Peyote.
25 locals recommend
DIFC
Best trendy restaurants are located in the heart of the Financial District. Perfect place for dining or to have a drink at Zuma, La Petite Maison or Peyote.
Best burger in town!!! Located in Kite Beach, this locally grown food truck burger place is the place to go for the most delicious waggyu sliders you'll ever taste! You can also find them at other locations in town like at La Mer.
15 locals recommend
SALT Kite Beach
2C StreetBest burger in town!!! Located in Kite Beach, this locally grown food truck burger place is the place to go for the most delicious waggyu sliders you'll ever taste! You can also find them at other locations in town like at La Mer.
From South Africa with love! Great place and staff with amazing food and fresh juices for casual lunch or brunch!
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From South Africa with love! Great place and staff with amazing food and fresh juices for casual lunch or brunch!
Fine dining Peruvian restaurant at the Four Seasons Resort. You can't go wrong with this one!
24 locals recommend
COYA Dubai
Jumeirah Beach RoadFine dining Peruvian restaurant at the Four Seasons Resort. You can't go wrong with this one!
Insanely good but very expensive. What else could you expect from the renown Salt Bae flagship restaurant? This is th ultimate destination for meat lovers!
14 locals recommend
Nusr-Et Steakhouse Dubai
Insanely good but very expensive. What else could you expect from the renown Salt Bae flagship restaurant? This is th ultimate destination for meat lovers!
For seafood lovers and lovers ;) With captivating views across the Arabian Gulf and Burj Al Arab, the multi-award winning Pierchic restaurant offers a ‘over-the-water’ dining experience. Offering fresh seafood delicacies, this restaurant is situated at the end of the pier at the Al Qasr Hotel.
12 locals recommend
Pierchic
For seafood lovers and lovers ;) With captivating views across the Arabian Gulf and Burj Al Arab, the multi-award winning Pierchic restaurant offers a ‘over-the-water’ dining experience. Offering fresh seafood delicacies, this restaurant is situated at the end of the pier at the Al Qasr Hotel.
Drinks & Nightlife
Zuma
06 Al Mustaqbal StThe bar of Zuma is always busy and their cocktails are delicious.
Rooftop with great music and atmosphere. A classic for an outdoor drink when the weather is still bearable.
10 locals recommend
40 Kong
Rooftop with great music and atmosphere. A classic for an outdoor drink when the weather is still bearable.
Arts & Culture
Opened in late 2017, the iconic Louvre museum designed by French architect Jean Nouvel is a place to see!
57 locals recommend
Louvre Abu Dhabi
Opened in late 2017, the iconic Louvre museum designed by French architect Jean Nouvel is a place to see!
An entire district of warehouses dedicated to Art Galleries. A must see for art lovers!
53 locals recommend
Alserkal Avenue
17th StreetAn entire district of warehouses dedicated to Art Galleries. A must see for art lovers!
The new Opera House in the shape of a traditional sailing dhow is located next to the landmark Burj Khalifa.
90 locals recommend
Dubai Opera
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid BoulevardThe new Opera House in the shape of a traditional sailing dhow is located next to the landmark Burj Khalifa.
The visitors of Dubai Museum "Al Fahidi Fort" have an opportunity to get rich, full and integral knowledge of the very old history of Dubai that interacted with different people and civilizations across history. Visitors will get acquainted with the different environments of urban and rural lives in Dubai, whether they are marine, coastal, desert, mountain or agricultural life. Rare authentic monuments, original samples, drawings and diagrams, audio and video media are scattered all over the wings of the museum.
9 locals recommend
Al Fahidi Fort
The visitors of Dubai Museum "Al Fahidi Fort" have an opportunity to get rich, full and integral knowledge of the very old history of Dubai that interacted with different people and civilizations across history. Visitors will get acquainted with the different environments of urban and rural lives in Dubai, whether they are marine, coastal, desert, mountain or agricultural life. Rare authentic monuments, original samples, drawings and diagrams, audio and video media are scattered all over the wings of the museum.
Essentials
Spinneys Central Park
Nearby grocery store with quality products at a walking distance.
Parks & Nature
Newly open, La Mer is a great destination to go to the beach and grab a drink or have a bite. Perfect for a walk.
88 locals recommend
La Mer Beach
Newly open, La Mer is a great destination to go to the beach and grab a drink or have a bite. Perfect for a walk.
Sightseeing
Traditional neighborhood reproducing antic wind towers and houses by the creek. Few coffee shops and art galleries. Great for outdoor pictures before going to Dubai Museum or the nearby Textile Souq.
37 locals recommend
Al Fahidi Historical District - حي الفهيدي التاريخي
Traditional neighborhood reproducing antic wind towers and houses by the creek. Few coffee shops and art galleries. Great for outdoor pictures before going to Dubai Museum or the nearby Textile Souq.
The tallest building in the world. You can see it from home but it is even more impressive when you stand next to it!! 828 meters high and 163 floors!
577 locals recommend
Burj Khalifa
1 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid BlvdThe tallest building in the world. You can see it from home but it is even more impressive when you stand next to it!! 828 meters high and 163 floors!
Las Vegas style fountain show every night! You can also watch Burj Khalifa laser show from the same spot!
148 locals recommend
The Dubai Fountain
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid BoulevardLas Vegas style fountain show every night! You can also watch Burj Khalifa laser show from the same spot!
The Burj Al Arab is the only 7 stars luxury hotel in the world. It stands on an artificial island 280 m (920 ft) from Jumeirah beach and is connected to the mainland by a private curving bridge. The shape of the structure is designed to resemble the sail of a ship. It has a helipad near the roof at a height of 210 m (689 ft) above ground. Booking to a restaurant or for high tea is mandatory to get access to it.
216 locals recommend
Burj Al Arab
Jumeirah StreetThe Burj Al Arab is the only 7 stars luxury hotel in the world. It stands on an artificial island 280 m (920 ft) from Jumeirah beach and is connected to the mainland by a private curving bridge. The shape of the structure is designed to resemble the sail of a ship. It has a helipad near the roof at a height of 210 m (689 ft) above ground. Booking to a restaurant or for high tea is mandatory to get access to it.