Dubai's attractions attract hundreds of thousands of people who want to see how a fishing village turned into a center of world trade and tourism. To make it easier for you to visit Dubai, I have prepared this guide in which I have collected the most important attractions of Dubai and places worth seeing. Dubai is not only the world's tallest building - the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Mall and the luxurious Dubai Marina, but also the atmospheric districts of Deira, Burj Dubai and a number of less typical attractions. I invite you to explore Dubai together! We are also recommended to try buggy tours, when you visiting Dubai. You will be able to see beautiful dunes and so on.

What will you learn from the article?

• how to plan a tour of dubai,
• what does the map of the most interesting attractions in Dubai look like ,
• how to get to the most interesting attractions of the city,
• what places are worth seeing in dubai,
• how much time to spend visiting dubai,
• where to sleep (accommodation recommendations) during your stay in the city,
• what is worth knowing when visiting the United Arab Emirates.

First time in Dubai? Are you just coming for a while?

To help you prepare for your trip to Dubai, I have prepared an interactive map of Dubai's attractions and highlights. Thanks to it, it will be easier for you to find yourself in this huge city, you will not waste time on unnecessary journeys and you will get to know more interesting places . You can use the map on your phone and computer - it works in Google Maps

What is worth seeing in Dubai? 25+ attractions you should not miss while exploring Dubai

I based my sightseeing in Dubai on visiting other districts of the city. Set aside at least one day to visit each district . So that you do not have to spend too much time on unnecessary commuting, I have grouped the attractions according to the main districts of Dubai :

• Dubai Marina and the artificial island Palm Jumeirah ,
• Jumeirah i Umm Suqeim,
• Downtown Dubai with Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall,
• Bur Dubai with the atmosphere of old Dubai,
• Deira across Dubai Creek.

I associated Dubai with modernity, but not all districts are filled with skyscrapers . Together, we will get to know the atmosphere of each of Dubai's districts so that you can decide which one you like the most. So, let's take a look at the places worth seeing in Dubai!

1. Dubai Marina and The Palm Jumeirah artificial island

Dubai Marina is one of the most south-western districts of the city. The district was built around the canal of the same name, serving as a harbor for numerous boats belonging to the inhabitants of Dubai. Many visitors to Dubai find Dubai Marina to be one of the city's best areas for tourists.

Dubai Marina is well connected with the rest of the city - the red metro line and the only tram in the city run here . By changing to it from the subway, you can easily reach the beach and the marina area. Transfer is possible at Jumeirah Lakes Towers and DAMAC Properties stations.

The marina is often the place of choice among the wealthier population flocking to Dubai. Apartments are intertwined here with office buildings, of course, the higher the better. The marina itself is a ditch in the form of an approx. 3-kilometre-long canal.

The Walk and JBR Open Beach

While in a non-pedestrian city, you'll appreciate The Walk , a two-kilometer boardwalk that runs parallel to the city's JBR Open Beach . You'll feel like you're in a Western European city as you wander past the shops and restaurants and head to the beach.

The beach is approx. 1 km long and well maintained. As the place of my first contact with the hot waters of the Persian Gulf, it stuck in my memory very positively. It is worth coming here in the morning or late in the evening - in the middle of the day the temperature becomes simply unbearable.

Palm Jumeirah Island

The district's ambassador to the world is the palm-shaped artificial island - Palm Jumeirah . The core of Palm Jumeirah is almost 2 kilometers long , and the island consists of 16 palm arms. Around it, a circular belt with a length of 11 kilometers was created, which protects the island from the waves. The rise of the palm island doubled the length of Dubai's coastline.

Hotels and villas have been built on the Palm Jumeirah, the largest building being the luxury hotel Atlantis The Palm . You can reach the island by an unmanned cable car . There is also an Aquaventure Water Park on The Palm Jumeirah . Its must-see attraction is the Leap of Faith , which is a slide over 25 meters high.

Palm Jumeirah is the first of several planned artificial islands in the city. However, the island is struggling with flooding problems. It is said that its level decreases by 5 mm every year. The developer responsible for its construction, however, assures that it does not threaten the future of the island.

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2. Umm Suqeim i Jumeirah

The city district is directly adjacent to Dubai Marina and includes the city's largest beaches. The farther from the shoreline, the less luxurious the buildings become, giving priority to low-rise residential buildings. In the Umm Suqeim district you will find one of Dubai's symbols - the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab Hotel , one of the world's most luxurious hotels and a popular Dubai attraction.

Communication with the rest of the city is provided by the red metro line, but it runs so far from the coast that in order to reach the beaches, we must additionally use a city bus or taxi. The Madinat Jumeirah shopping, service and residential complex is right next door . In Jumeirah we will find the only mosque in the city open to non-Muslims - Jumeirah Mosque .

Madinat Jumeirah

Madinat Jumeirah is a complex of buildings and a system of canals imitating a former Arab settlement . This creation is an attempt to recreate the atmosphere of old Arabian markets filled with goods from many corners of the world in the center of modern Dubai.

The interior of the bazaar, however, made a rather indifferent impression on me. The stalls are sparkling new, the surroundings are immaculately clean, and every few steps we can find signposts leading to the next sectors of the bazaar.

The chance to get lost in the intricacies of the winding, narrow streets of Arabian souks, so alluring in Moroccan bazaars, has been almost completely eliminated. The complex also includes exclusive hotels, apartments and beaches dedicated to them.

Hotel Burj Al Arab

The streets and canals of the bazaar offer an interesting view of the Burj Al Arab hotel . The place attracts with its picturesqueness and historical, Arabian architecture. Built in 1999, the Burj Al Arab (Arabic for Tower of the Arabs) has become one of Dubai's standout construction projects. The sail-shaped building was erected on an island several hundred meters from the shoreline.

The interior of the hotel is unimaginably luxurious - so much so that the hotel quality assessment body decided that the amenities deserve a separate "lux" category, exceeding the standard of five stars.

A garage full of Rolls Royces, a helipad or apartments with an area of ​​over 700 square meters say a lot about what we can expect from the Burj Al Arab. There are as many as 6 staff for one hotel guest. Price per night? Even over $20,000 .

Jumeirah Mosque (Jumeirah Mosque)

This part of the city is also home to the city's only Jumeirah Mosque, open to tourists . The mosque building is featured on the AED 500 note . As part of the paid admission to the mosque, we become a participant in the presentation conducted by employees of the foundation that takes care of the mosque. We get a chance to get to know both the charms of the building and the basic principles of Muslim culture.

The fluent English-speaking guide talks about the five pillars of Islam , the way of life in accordance with Muslim laws, and the attitude of faith towards women. If Dubai is your first contact with a Muslim country, a 90-minute meeting will be an opportunity to understand at least a cursory understanding of the culture prevailing in such countries.

Modest dress is required in the mosque , covering the shoulders and ankles. Women must additionally cover their hair. Appropriate attire can be borrowed for free before entering the mosque. The guide is not afraid of inconvenient questions from guests and is extremely open - you just need to find the courage to publicly present your doubts.

No advance booking is required to enter the mosque. While waiting for the tour to start, you can enjoy Arabic coffee, tea and numerous snacks, available as part of the entrance fee.