115 things to do in Dubai and UAE

Dubai and the UAE offer a wide range of experiences for travelers and locals alike. From stunning floral displays to adrenaline-pumping activities, there is always something new and exciting to discover in this dynamic region. Whether you are interested in exploring the city's rich history and culture, enjoying the natural beauty of the desert landscape, or indulging in the luxurious amenities of world-class hotels and spas, Dubai and the UAE have something to offer everyone.

By Audrey SegalPublished about a year ago • 9 min read

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Visit the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world
Enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants on the 122nd floor of the Burj Khalifa, such as Atmosphere
Watch the famous Dubai Fountain show at the base of the Burj Khalifa
Explore the Dubai Mall, the largest mall in the world by total area
Visit the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo at the Dubai Mall, home to over 140 species of marine life
Skate at the Olympic-size ice rink at the Dubai Mall
Visit the VR Park at the Dubai Mall, offering virtual reality experiences
Catch a movie at the cinema at the Dubai Mall
Take a desert safari and experience the thrill of driving over sand dunes in a 4x4 vehicle
Enjoy camel riding, quad biking, sandboarding, and a traditional Bedouin-style dinner under the stars on a desert safari
Watch a belly dancing and a falconry show on a desert safari
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden, the largest flower garden in the world with over 45 million flowers arranged in stunning designs and patterns
Walk through the various themed gardens at the Dubai Miracle Garden, including a butterfly garden, a floral clock, and a heart-shaped pathway
Go skiing at Ski Dubai, an indoor ski resort located within the Mall of the Emirates
Meet and play with penguins in the snow park at Ski Dubai
Take ski or snowboarding lessons at Ski Dubai
Visit the Dubai Museum, located in the historic Al Fahidi Fort and showcasing the traditional way of life in Dubai
Explore a recreated souk, or market, and see artifacts from archaeological digs at the Dubai Museum
Enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and water sports like kayaking and paddleboarding at Jumeirah Beach
Visit the Dubai Frame, a massive golden structure that offers panoramic views of old and new Dubai
Learn about the city's past, present, and future through interactive exhibits inside the Dubai Frame
Shop for gold jewelry, spices, textiles, and souvenirs at the Gold Souk
Explore the spice market and souvenirs market at the Deira Old Souk
Visit the Palm Jumeirah, an artificial island shaped like a palm tree
Enjoy the luxury amenities at the Atlantis, The Palm hotel on Palm Jumeirah
Go on a helicopter tour over Dubai for a bird's eye view of the city
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Glow, a nighttime attraction with stunning light installations
Take a ride on the Dubai Miracle Garden Glow train for a tour of the illuminated gardens
Explore the Dubai Marina, a man-made canal city that stretches for 3 kilometers along the Persian Gulf
Walk along the Marina Promenade in Dubai Marina and enjoy the views of the waterfront properties and the surrounding skyline
Go on a boat tour of the canal at Dubai Marina and enjoy the views of the waterfront properties and the surrounding landmarks
Visit the Dubai Marina Mall, a shopping and entertainment destination with a variety of retail stores, restaurants, and a cinema
Enjoy water sports like jet skiing, wakeboarding, and parasailing at Dubai Marina
Dine at a waterfront restaurant in Dubai Marina and enjoy the views of the canal and the surrounding skyline
Relax on the sandy beaches and swim in the crystal-clear waters at Marina Beach
Visit the Dubai Marina Yacht Club, a prestigious yacht club that offers a range of services to boat and yacht owners, as well as facilities like a swimming pool, gym, and restaurant
Take a skydiving experience with Skydive Dubai, and enjoy the stunning views of the city from above
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Butterfly Park, which features over 15,000 butterflies from 26 different species
Go on a hot air balloon ride over the Dubai desert for a breathtaking view of the sunrise
Visit the Dubai Mall Ice Rink, which offers a variety of ice skating activities, including public skating sessions, figure skating lessons, and ice hockey games
Enjoy a round of golf at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, which features an 18-hole championship course and stunning views of Dubai Creek
Visit the Dubai Opera, a state-of-the-art performance venue that hosts a variety of concerts, operas, and other live events
Explore the Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood, which features traditional Emirati architecture and historical buildings
Visit the Dubai Creek, a natural waterway that runs through the heart of the city and offers stunning views of the skyline
Take a traditional dhow boat cruise along the Dubai Creek, and enjoy a dinner or sunset cruise
Visit the Dubai Butterfly Garden, which features over 15,000 butterflies from 26 different species, as well as a variety of other insects and reptiles
Visit the Dubai Safari Park, which features over 3,000 animals from 250 different species, including lions, tigers, and bears
Visit the Dubai Water Canal, a man-made canal that stretches for 3.2 kilometers and offers stunning views of the city skyline
Go on a yacht cruise along the Dubai Water Canal, and enjoy the views of the city and the surrounding landmarks
Visit the Dubai Museum of the Future, a museum that showcases futuristic technologies and innovations
Explore the Dubai Design District, which features a variety of design-related businesses and events
Visit the Dubai International Financial Centre, a financial hub that features a variety of banks, financial institutions, and businesses
Explore the Dubai Maritime City, a development that features a variety of maritime-related businesses and services
Visit the Dubai Auto drome, a motorsports complex that features a variety of racing tracks and events
Enjoy a day of adventure at the Aventura Parks, which features a variety of outdoor activities, including zip-lining, rope courses, and climbing walls
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Dubai Butterfly Park, which features over 15,000 butterflies from 26 different species
Go on a night desert safari, and enjoy the stunning views of the stars in the desert sky
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Art Park, which features a variety of sculptures and installations made of flowers and plants
Explore the Dubai Miracle Garden Trampoline Park, which features a variety of trampolines and other fun activities
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Islamic Garden, which features a variety of Islamic-inspired designs made of flowers and plants
Enjoy a day of shopping at the Dubai Outlet Mall, which features a variety of discounted retail stores and outlets
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Mickey Mouse Floral Structure, which features a giant floral Mickey Mouse made of over 100,000 flowers
Go on a camel trek through the Dubai desert, and enjoy the stunning views of the landscape
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Clock, which features a giant clock made of flowers and plants
Enjoy a day of water fun at the Wild Wadi Waterpark, which features a variety of water slides and attractions
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Peacock Structure,
Take a tour of the Dubai Miracle Garden, and enjoy the stunning floral displays and installations
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Mickey and Minnie Mouse Floral Structure, which features a giant floral Mickey and Minnie Mouse made of over 100,000 flowers
Explore the Dubai Miracle Garden Hearts Passage, which features a pathway decorated with heart-shaped floral installations
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Teddy Bear Floral Structure, which features a giant teddy bear made of over 500,000 flowers
Go on a guided tour of the Dubai desert, and learn about the culture and history of the region
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Emirates A380 Floral Structure, which features a giant Emirates A380 plane made of over 500,000 flowers
Enjoy a day of shopping and dining at the City Walk, a mixed-use development that features a variety of retail stores and restaurants
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Lost Paradise, which features a variety of tropical plants and flowers
Explore the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Passage, which features a pathway decorated with floral installations
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Love Lake, which features two interconnected lakes in the shape of a heart, surrounded by floral installations
Enjoy a day of relaxation and pampering at one of Dubai's many luxurious spas, such as the Talise Spa at the Burj Al Arab
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Arch, which features a giant archway made of flowers and plants
Explore the Dubai Miracle Garden Giant Tortoise Structure, which features a giant tortoise made of over 500,000 flowers
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Castle, which features a giant castle made of flowers and plants
Take a tour of the Dubai Creek Harbour, a mixed-use development that features residential, commercial, and retail properties
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Butterfly Passage, which features a pathway decorated with butterfly-shaped floral installations
Enjoy a day of outdoor fun at the Dubai Parks and Resorts, which features several theme parks and attractions, including Motiongate Dubai, Bollywood Parks Dubai, and Legoland Dubai
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Pyramids, which feature giant pyramid-shaped structures made of flowers and plants
Explore the Dubai Miracle Garden 3D Floral Structures, which feature giant 3D sculptures made of flowers and plants
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Windmill, which features a giant windmill made of flowers and plants
Enjoy a day of adventure at the Jebel Jais Zipline, which features the longest zipline in the world and stunning views of the Hajar Mountains
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Train, which features a train-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Explore the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Tunnel, which features a pathway decorated with a tunnel-shaped floral installation
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Boat, which features a giant boat-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Take a tour of the Dubai Design District, and explore the variety of design-related businesses and events in the area
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Wall, which features a giant wall-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Enjoy a day of outdoor recreation at the Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club, which features a variety of equestrian activities and facilities
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Burj Khalifa, which features a giant Burj Khalifa-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Explore the Dubai Miracle Garden Giant Flowerpots, which feature giant flowerpot-shaped installations made of flowers and plants
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Peacock, which features a giant peacock made of over 7 million flowers
Take a hot air balloon ride over the Dubai desert for a breathtaking view of the landscape
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Village, which features a variety of small houses and buildings made of flowers and plants
Enjoy a day of shopping and dining at the Mercato Shopping Mall, which features a variety of retail stores and restaurants with an Italian-inspired theme
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Emirates Towers, which features two giant towers made of flowers and plants
Explore the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Bicycle, which features a giant bicycle-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Boat Ride, which offers a relaxing boat ride through the gardens
Enjoy a day of relaxation and wellness at the Anantara Spa at the Palm Jumeirah
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Car, which features a giant car-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Explore the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Windmill Village, which features a collection of small windmills made of flowers and plants
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Amphitheater, which features a large amphitheater made of flowers and plants
Enjoy a day of shopping and dining at the Ibn Battuta Mall, which features a variety of retail stores and restaurants with a theme inspired by the travels of Ibn Battuta
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Castle Clock, which features a giant clock tower-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Explore the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Train Station, which features a train station-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Dubai Frame, which features a giant Dubai Frame-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Enjoy a day of outdoor recreation at the Al Qudra Lakes, which feature several man-made lakes and a variety of outdoor activities, including cycling and camping
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral World Map, which features a giant map of the world-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Explore the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Castle Tower, which features a giant tower-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden Floral Biplane, which features a giant biplane-shaped installation made of flowers and plants
Enjoy a day of relaxation and wellness at the Talise Ottoman Spa at the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray.

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