How to Enjoy 6 Classic Days in Dubai – A City of Multi-Faceted Attractions 

Dubai is an entrancing city in the UAE that has secured a reputation as a foremost tourist destination. This alluring destination would offer much that would draw the interest of the discerning visitor, including warm sunny weather, urban attractions, cultural highlights and many engrossing things to see and do. If you have several days to experience the attractions in Dubai you could visit its key highlights, as described below. 

Relax in style

You could spend your first day in Dubai relaxing and unwinding so that you would be fresh and energetic for the days of sightseeing to come. You will find that this city would offer some attractive beaches that would be accessible to the public; a great beachfront locality where you could take it easy would be Marina Beach at the Dubai Marina. You may also take the opportunity to make your way to Bluewaters Island and admire the skyline of the city. One of the Dubai Marina hotels to consider from which you could easily visit Marina Beach would be Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort; of course, such properties located on Palm Jumeirah also provide access to private shorelines so you can begin and end your day with some beachside bliss.  

Experience the historical attractions 

On your initial day of sightseeing, you may choose to experience the city’s historical attractions. A locality that would draw the interest of the culture and history lover would be the historical neighbourhood of Al Fahidi with its narrow lanes and quaint buildings. You could enjoy a pleasant lunch at Al Seef which resembles a traditional local souk. An iconic Dubai experience would be taking a ride on an abra (a traditional sailing vessel) across Dubai Creek. You may also take the opportunity to visit the traditional souks of Deira. 

RPSkokie, Al Seef Heritage Market, CC BY-SA 4.0 

Admire the modern attractions 

Now it would be time to experience the more modern attractions of the city. A great place to start would be Dubai Mall which would be counted amongst the biggest malls on the globe. In addition to shopping, during your visit to this mall, you could also visit the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, as well as, other attractions. Another essential experience in the city would be admiring the views from the observation deck at the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building on the planet. Additionally, you could look to experience the Dubai Fountain show at Burj Lake too. 

Explore the desert 

You may spend your next day indulging in an exciting desert safari. One of these safaris would take you into the sandy expanses of the desert where you could admire the stunning scenery and engage in a variety of leisure activities. You would have the opportunity to go dune bashing (travelling up and down sand dunes at speed in an expertly driven four-wheel-drive vehicle), ride quad bikes and fat bikes, take camel rides, go sandboarding, and enjoy a shisha. You could also savour a delicious barbecue meal amidst the desert expanses and under the stars. 

Enjoy the theme parks 

There would be an array of outstanding theme parks to be experienced during your visit to Dubai and you could choose the ones that you like best. If you seek a respite from the warmth, an attractive choice would be the Wild Wadi Waterpark or Aquaventure Waterpark. On the other hand, during cooler weather, you could try out the attractions of Dubai Parks & Resorts like Legoland Dubai, the Legoland Water Park and Motiongate. Another attractive choice would be IMG Worlds of Adventure which is a stunning indoor theme and amusement park with plenty of thrilling rides and experiences. 

Engage in adventure

Finally, you could take the opportunity to enjoy some of the unique adventures that you could experience in Dubai. You could take a balloon ride at the time of sunrise across the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Another exciting experience would be ziplining over the Dubai Marina. Adrenaline seekers may opt to additionally skydive above Palm Jumeirah which is sure to be a heart-pounding experience. You may also choose to take a helicopter excursion above the city and enjoy the aerial views of the truly remarkable luxurious oasis that is Dubai.