Top 15 Places to Visit in Dubai This Year – Ultimate Guide

by Sonali Mishra Human Resource Executive

Dubai has an enigmatic charm that dazzles and thrills its guests. The city set amid contrasts of desert on one side and the gorgeous Persian Gulf on the other gives great vantage for Dubai.

Also, its keen enthusiasm to overhaul and create extraordinary attractions makes Dubai a destination worth visiting. Dubai constantly outdoes its last achievement and today it is one of the most spectacular destinations in the world to visit for all genres of travellers. But that’s not it.

Dubai takes pride in its modest past and has seamlessly blended old-world charms into the futuristic city. The medley of modernization, luxury, and cultural charms are perfectly captured in Dubai. Listed below are 15 such incredible places to visit in Dubai on a Dubai vacation.

Best Places to Visit in Dubai

1. Burj Khalifa

Inarguably, Burj Khalifa is one of the most popular tourist spots in Dubai for all visitors. The tallest building in the world is a sheer grandeur to witness and will absolutely make your jaws drop. The view of the emirate from the top of the tower is something you will cherish for a long time.

Location: 1 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Admission Ticket: At the Top of Burj Khalifa (Level 124 and 125) – ticket price starts from AED 149(approx.) per person onwards

2. Dubai Fountains

The world’s largest dancing fountain – Dubai Fountain is certainly going to keep you mesmerized. Located on Burj Lake, hundreds of water jets shoot up in sync with lights and melodies with the grand settings of Burj Khalifa next to it. It is one of the not-to-miss Dubai attractions to visit on a holiday.

Location: Fashion Parking, Dubai Mall, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Show Times: Daily every half hour from 6 pm onwards till 11 pm. The duration of one show is about 5 minutes. Day time shows are at 1 pm and 1.30 pm.

Admission Ticket: The sound and music show is free of charge to the public. However, you can also enjoy a cruise along the Dubai Fountain on Burj Lake which costs about AED 30 per person.

3. Dubai Mall

Dubai is a shopper’s paradise and offers a wide selection of retail arenas to shop from. But the one spot that stands out is the Dubai Mall which happens to be the biggest shopping mall in the world.

Apart from over 1000 retail outlets of all sorts of merchandise and brands, Dubai Mall is also a popular recreational and dining arena for locals and visitors alike.

Location: Financial Center Road, Along Sheik Zayed Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

4. Palm Jumeirah

Dubai’s fascination about conquering the impossible is clearly revealed in Palm Jumeirah. The whole archipelago is artificially constructed in the shape of a palm tree which is now a prominent address for luxury residential complexes, opulent hotels, resorts and dining venues, grand shopping malls and recreational centres.

If you are an adventure junkie, get the bird’s eye view of this incredible masterpiece on a sky diving experience as Palm Dubai also happens to be a great sky diving zone in Dubai. Otherwise, you can take a helicopter tour to enjoy the aerial panoramas if you aren’t keen on the adrenaline rushes.

5. Dubai Frame

This 150-metre high picture frame dominates the scenery at Zabeel Park in Dubai. Boasted as the biggest picture frame in the world, Dubai Frame focuses on getting its visitors acquainted with Dubai’s past, present and future. The observation deck on the top of this attraction offers a seamless view of old and new Dubai.

Location: Zabeel Park Jogging Track, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Timings: Daily from 9 am till 9 pm.

Admission Costs: AED 50 per person and AED 20 per child under the age of 12. Kids under 3 years of age – free of charge.

6. Dubai Miracle Gardens

One of the most astounding attractions to experience in Dubai is the Dubai Miracle Garden. Dubai with this feat made it clear to the world that the word impossible doesn’t exist for this emirate.

This floral oasis is a burst of refreshing hues of over 40 million blossoms amid the glitzy futuristic city. This Dubai tourist attraction is a paradise for nature lovers and those seeking a respite from the urban settings of Dubai.

Location: Al Barsha South Third, Dubailand, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Timings: Sunday to Thursday – 9 am to 9 pm, Friday – 9 am to 11 pm, Saturday – 9 am to 10 pm.

Admission Ticket: AED 55 per person for 12 years and above, AED 40 for children below 12 years. Children below 3 years of age are free of charge.