Dubai Delights: A 10-Day Adventure in the City of Gold

Murtadah Allawati

19 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the mesmerizing city of Dubai. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the United Arab Emirates.

Trip to Dubai

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Viator

Day 1

$44

ibis Dubai Mall of the Emirates

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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20 - 29 min

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Huge shopping mall with international department stores, a ski centre and a multi-screen cinema.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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Indoor ski center with a mountain motif & snow for year-round skiing & snowboarding.

12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$37

Day 2

$60

$ 9

ibis Dubai Mall of the Emirates

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Arabian Tea House Restaurant & Cafe (بيت الشاي العربي)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

11 - 16 min

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Bazaar in traditional Middle Eastern style with stalls & restaurants under wooden covered arcade.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

5 - 6 min

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Upscale beachfront property with 5 pools, a diving centre & a spa, plus 9 restaurants.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$19

10 - 12 min

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Popular for kitesurfing & kayaking, this white sand beach offers a jogging track & kids' play areas.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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16 - 20 min

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Massive fountain with displays of water jets reaching 140 m, set to a music & light show.

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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$12

Day 3

$67

$ 8

ibis Dubai Mall of the Emirates

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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La Tablita is vibrant Mexican restaurant located in hotel Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights. The restaurant offers casual dining experience serving lunch and dinner. The Mexican restaurant also has a bar on the side where you can experience tequila served by certified Master Tequilier.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 6 min

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Sizable indoor destination with dolphin & seal shows, interactive experiences & an Asian restaurant.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

23 - 28 min

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Vast public space with a swimming pool, green areas, horse & camel rides, plus a 500-seat theater.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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30 - 36 min

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Vibrant garden with floral creations such as a life-size airplane, topiary animals & a heart tunnel.

2:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$26

Day 4

$103

$ 9

ibis Dubai Mall of the Emirates

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Imagine sitting in your favourite arm chair, sipping your favourite coffee, and eating your favourite food - that's Costa.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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22 - 27 min

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Large indoor amusement park offering rides, eateries & shows with Cartoon Network & Marvel themes.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$43

23 - 28 min

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Lush waterside park with kids' play areas, a cable car, an amphitheatre & restaurants.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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13 - 16 min

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Spired 828-metre skyscraper with a viewing deck, a restaurant, a hotel and offices.

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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$47

Day 5

$53

$ 6

ibis Dubai Mall of the Emirates

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Healthy Café at the Pavilion Sports Club.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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13 - 20 min

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Aquatic roller coasters & surfing wave machine in outdoor water park with pools, slides & tunnels.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$37

8 - 11 min

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Opulent hotel featuring ornate suites, plus 9 restaurants, 4 pools, a private beach & a luxe spa.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Scenic, 117-acre park featuring a flea market, a landmark shaped like a giant picture frame & more.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Day 6

$40

$ 8

ibis Dubai Mall of the Emirates

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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2 - 3 min

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Cafes and restaurants in an outdoor retail complex with a tree-lined esplanade and central fountain.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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11 - 14 min

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Unique, 150-m-tall building resembling a picture frame, with historic displays & panoramic views.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$25

13 - 16 min

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Huge shopping and leisure centre, with department stores, plus an ice rink, aquarium and a cinema.

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Day 7

$44

$ 8

ibis Dubai Mall of the Emirates

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Arabian Tea House Cafe (كافية بيت الشاي العربي)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

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18th-century fort housing a museum with multimedia exhibits on local history & cultural heritage.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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6 - 9 min

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Area of traditional-style buildings in typical materials housing arts & cultural exhibits & museums.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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25 - 30 min

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Beach park with cabin rentals, swimming pools & restaurant plus children's games & bike hire.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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26 - 32 min

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4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$18

Day 8

$68

$ 8

ibis Dubai Mall of the Emirates

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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16 - 23 min

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Mall with lifestyle/department stores, restaurants and a multiscreen cinema in travel-themed zones.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

26 - 32 min

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Elaborate, whimsical flower & animal displays constructed out of handmade colourful lights.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

9 - 11 min

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Marine animal encounters & feedings, plus an underwater tunnel under a huge tank with sharks & rays.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$31

Day 9

$99

$ 6

ibis Dubai Mall of the Emirates

Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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10 - 15 min

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Playful Hollywood-themed park featuring rides & live entertainment, along with dining & shopping.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$43

52 - 63 min

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Vast water park with zip lines, slides through shark-filled lagoons & a splash area for kids.

1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$50

Day 10

$96

$ 6

ibis Dubai Mall of the Emirates

Depart from your stay 🏨

48 - 58 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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13 - 20 min

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Theme park with Lego-inspired rides for kids, plus a factory tour, pedal boats & light show.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

4 - 5 min

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Complex of stores & restaurants with architecture inspired by India, France & mid-century America.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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34 - 41 min

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Prominent 250m-tall observational wheel on Bluewaters Island featuring stunning panoramic views.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$31

Budget breakdown: $732 In total

Activities & Food:$670

Transport:$62