Top 50 Best Things to Do in Dubai
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  • Burj Khalifatop_1
    󰺂9.6
    3472.55
    Dubai.Downtown Dubai925m from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoBurj Khalifa, a Dreamy Display of Light and Shadow Throughout the Day | Nov 19, 2025
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱤎Overlook the night view of Dubai from the top of the tower
    󰀆Nightly music & light show
    󱨠Saved by 2170 users󱨠2366 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Digital GlobetrotterDigital Globetrotter

    The "At The Top" experience at the Burj Khalifa is an absolute must-do for any visitor to Dubai, despite the inevitable crowds.​The ascent in the world's fastest elevator is an attraction in itself—a smooth, rapid climb to the clouds.​Level 124 offers the main attraction: a spectacular outdoor observation deck. The views from 456 meters are genuinely unparalleled. Dubai transforms into a vast architectural model; you can trace the entire city's outline, from the sprawling Sheik Zayed Road to the distant marina and the deep blue of the Arabian Gulf.​Level 125 provides a spacious, quieter, indoor escape with 360-degree panoramic views. This is where you can enjoy interactive experiences, like the popular virtual reality floor simulation, and take stunning, less-windy photos.​Verdict: The ticket price is justified by the unique opportunity to stand on the world's tallest building and witness such an epic scale of urban development. It's a true travel highlight.

  • The View Palm Jumeirahtop_2
    󰺂9.0
    2184
    Dubai.Palm Jumeirah16.6 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoThe View at the Palm, Overlook a Wonder of the World From 300 Meters High
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱤎Enjoy the dazzling night view from The View at the Palm
    󱨜Interactive Palm Island history exploration
    󱨠Saved by 1057 users󱨠427 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    LEANLEAN

    The scenery is pretty good on a sunny day and there aren't many people at the moment. I don't think a speed pass is necessary. What's useful is that you can go up to the 54th floor. There is no glass blocking the 54th floor, but there is an open terrace, which is not very big. Most people can just take pictures on the 52nd floor.

  • Dubai Frametop_3
    󰺂8.1
    982.8
    Dubai.Bur Dubai4.5 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Dubai Frame Overlooking the City's Evolution
    󱓊360° views & 164-foot glass
    󱨠Saved by 778 users󱨠261 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    MelsidaMelsida

    The Dubai Frame is one of those attractions that perfectly combines architecture, art, and history in a single experience. Standing 150 meters tall, it literally “frames” the city — one side shows old Dubai and the other the modern skyline, which makes it a unique and symbolic spot to visit.

  • Lost World Aquarium
    4
    󰺂8.1
    2948.39
    Dubai.Palm Jumeirah17.5 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Snorkel & feed marine life
    Over 65,000 marine species worldwide
    󱨠Saved by 770 users󱨠315 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    lingling

    It's quite small and I walked around it in ten minutes. I happened to see the fish feeding and it was quite lively. The discounted ticket I bought on Ctrip was not expensive and it was OK. If you want to see a big one, go to Dubai Mall or the one in Abu Dhabi. This one is suitable for those staying in or near Palm Island.

  • Dubai Desert Safari Camp
    5
    󰺂7.9
    2184
    Dubai36.7 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Dubai
    Highlights:
    Vow love on the dunes
    Experience thrills in a 4x4 off-road ride
    󱨠Saved by 974 users󱨠235 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    _TI***q1_TI***q1

    We had the VIP package and I’m glad we did because we were waited on fantastically by our host and the amount of people there was amazing, the queue for the food on the normal package was huge but the VIP package entailed that our food was served to us..The food was endless with fish, meat and all served with a fantastic evening of entertainment..We will do this experience again.

  • Global Village
    6
    󰺂7.8
    546
    Dubai.Global Village15.3 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoUnited Arab Emirates National Day fireworks calendar released | Nov 29, 2025-Dec 3, 2025
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Specialty items from the world
    27 exhibits 93 national cultures
    󱨠Saved by 740 users󱨠209 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    迪拜明远迪拜明远

    Coming to the Global Village is like traveling around the world. You can see the food and representative buildings of various countries here. It is the best choice for relaxing travel with family, friends or couples in Dubai.

  • Dubai Gold Souk
    7
    󰺂7.8
    Dubai.Deira7.8 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 7 of Night Attractions in Dubai
    Highlights:
    󱓊Over 1000 gold shops & styles
    Gorgeous emerald & onyx window displays
    󱨠Saved by 608 users󱨠175 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    FyzahashimFyzahashim

    Dubai Gold Souk: The Treasure MarketLocation: Deira, near Al Ras Metro • Opening hours: 10am – 10pm (some close during Friday prayer) • Bargain-friendly: Yes! Negotiation is part of the experience • Type of gold: Mostly 22K & 24K • No need to buy to enjoy — it’s like walking through a golden museum!

  • Inside Burj Al Arab Tour
    8
    󰺂7.7
    4804.79
    Dubai.Jumeirah Beach10.8 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰋄Enjoy stunning views of the Arabian Gulf from the hotel
    󱨜Experience the world's only 7-star service
    󱨠Saved by 119 users󱨠89% positive reviews
    4.6/5
    M25***11M25***11

    The overall feeling was luxurious. The suite we visited cost $50,000 a night. The color was red, representing the element of fire. We stopped by for a drink (photos are not allowed in the lobby), then went upstairs to sample a red date and a cup of tea. Finally, we toured the suite. Then, with the money gone, we relaxed. We went about our business.

  • Sky Views Observatory
    9
    󰺂7.6
    1747.2
    Dubai.Sheikh Zayed / DIFC438m from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 8 of Night Attractions in Dubai
    Highlights:
    151 ft glass walkway for thrilling views
    󰋄719 ft high view of Dubai skyline
    󱨠Saved by 589 users󱨠89% positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Ladokhin AndreiLadokhin Andrei

    Кто первый раз в Дубай будет интересно подняться посмотреть, цена не такая уж и высокая, будет интереснее чем золотая рамка

  • Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
    10
    󰺂7.4
    4346.15
    Dubai.Downtown Dubai1.1 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Swim with dolphins & sharks
    Transparent underwater tunnel
    󱨠Saved by 783 users󱨠269 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    学校🏫学校🏫

    ## Dubai Aquarium: Suspended in the shopping center of the deep sea theater ** worth going? ** If you are traveling with your parents or obsessed with the giant ocean landscape, the visual impact of the 48-meter viewing window is definitely worth the fare**; but if you have experienced a top aquarium (such as Okinawa/Singapore), you may have limited surprises. **Core hegemony in scale and magic:** -**World's largest suspended viewing window**: in the atrium of Dubai Shopping Center, the three-story blue hole suddenly topped, hammerhead sharks like ghost fleets passing by, sardine storms whirled into liquid tornadoes**The absurdity of shopping is instantly replaced by deep sea fear Experience** -**Glass Bottom Boat Tunnel**: Take the elevator through the arch tunnel, the emperor's wingspan is three meters, and the reflection and entity are twisted into double behemoths in the arc glass **Hidden highlights in details:** 1. **Nighting shark side**: limited camping area to put sleeping bags in front of the viewing window, at 3 am reef shark green fins swim in dark blue like aliens 2.**Backfield breeding laboratory**: touching the leaf sea dragon that just broke eggs in the box, translucent body slightly trembling with the current 3. **Rainforest area reversal setting**: through the aquarium tunnel, the Amazon dome that roars monkeys, the toucans dive to grab food and trigger screaming**Reality considerations: **-**Basic tickets ≈¥300 only include the observation deck**, tunnel/glass boat needs to be superimposed ¥150+-The crowds are turbulent on weekends, **Doubling the admission experience at 10 am or 8 pm** - The exit is forced to pass through 59 souvenir shops, and the children's crash prevention warning**Summary:** This is essentially a surreal aquarium where business and spectacle coexist**. When you look up at Hermes window and see the shadows of tiger sharks and shopping bags overlap on the viewing window, you understand Dubai's ultimate logic - even the deep sea behemoths are the most shocking window models in luxury malls.

What Best Things to Do are there in Dubai?
These are all Best Things to Do in Dubai:Burj Khalifa, The View Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Frame, Lost World Aquarium, Dubai Desert Safari Camp
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Dubai?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Dubai include:Burj Khalifa:4.6, The View Palm Jumeirah:4.6, Dubai Frame:4.6, Lost World Aquarium:4.4, Dubai Desert Safari Camp:4.6
At what locations in Dubai can Best Things to Do in Dubai be found?
The Best Things to Do in Dubai are mainly located in:Burj Khalifa:Dubai, The View Palm Jumeirah:Dubai, Dubai Frame:Dubai, Lost World Aquarium:Dubai, Dubai Desert Safari Camp:Dubai
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