Planning a Dubai holiday is all fun until you start asking your friends or close ones who have already been to the city for the top tourist spots. You might also end up searching online for ideas, especially on social media videos. And the real problem finally comes up. Your holiday list fills up with almost 20 to 25 spots. But 5 days is not that long and you can manage to tick off just five to six options. Since the time is limited, it is better to keep a short list of spots that are popular for a reason and actually worth the visit.
So here are 8 popular tourist spots in Dubai that you can include in your holiday, with approx price and time for each.
1. Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall
Almost everyone puts Burj Khalifa first on their Dubai list. The At the Top ticket for levels 124 and 125 starts at about AED 169 in normal hours. If you want to enjoy golden sunset views, you have to book the prime hour ticket which costs a bit more than the normal slots. After coming down you are already at Dubai Mall, where you can do shopping and watch the Dubai Fountain show for free in the evening. My suggestion is to keep one full evening for this area.
2. Dubai Frame
Dubai Frame is in Zabeel Park and from the top bridge you can see old Dubai on one side and new Dubai on other side. Adult ticket is around AED 50 and kids ticket is around AED 20, which makes it one of the most budget friendly spots in the city. The visit takes only 1 to 2 hours.
3. Museum of the Future
Museum of the Future is on Sheikh Zayed Road and it is very easy to spot because of its silver oval shape. Inside it shows how life can be in the coming years with floors about space, nature and health. Ticket is around AED 149 per person with a fixed time slot, so it is better to book online few days before.
4. Deep Dive Dubai
Now this is a spot that many tourists don’t know about. Deep Dive Dubai in Nad Al Sheba has the deepest swimming pool in the world, which is around 60 metres deep, and inside it there is a full sunken city with streets, cars and an old style apartment. You can try snorkeling or a discover scuba session with a trainer even if you have never done diving before. When its about Deep Dive Dubai tickets, snorkeling starts from around AED 400 and discover scuba is above AED 1,000 per person. Minimum age is 10 years for most of the activities, so check before booking if you are going with kids.
5. Palm Jumeirah and Atlantis
Palm Jumeirah is the famous man made island in the shape of a palm tree, and Atlantis The Palm is at the end of it. You can take the Palm Monorail which gives a good view of the island, and then visit Aquaventure Waterpark or The Lost Chambers Aquarium at Atlantis. Even if you don’t buy any ticket, just going there for photos and a walk on the boardwalk is a good plan.
6. Dubai Marina and JBR
If you want to just spend a relaxed evening, go to Dubai Marina. Tall buildings stand around the water and JBR beach sits just beside it. This entire view looks absolutely magical. Also, strolling along Marina Walk is free, and you will find lots of cafes and restaurants along the path. JBR Beach is right next to it with clean sand and a small open market called The Walk. Whether you are coming with family or a partner – the vibe here is simply unmatched.
7. Al Fahidi and the Old Souks
Suppose you want to see how Dubai was before the big buildings, then Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood is the place to go. The old houses here have wind towers which were used to keep homes cool in the old days. From there take an abra (small wooden boat) for AED 1 across the creek to reach the Gold Souk and Spice Souk in Deira, where bargaining is normal.
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8. Dhow Cruise on Dubai Creek
Here is a nice way to wrap up your day. After exploring old Dubai, hop onto a dhow cruise Creek. A lot of people searching for a dhow cruise dinner want something more traditional than a Marina cruise. That is exactly what you get here. You sit on a wooden dhow with buffet dinner and live Tanoura show, and the boat moves slowly for around 2 hours past the lighted souks and heritage buildings. Price is around AED 100 to AED 150 per person, which is cheaper than the Marina cruise.
Quick Comparison Table
| Tourist Spot | Best For | Approx. Price | Time Needed |
| Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall | Views and shopping | From AED 169 | 3 – 4 hours |
| Dubai Frame | Old and new Dubai view | AED 50 adult, AED 20 kids | 1 – 2 hours |
| Museum of the Future | Tech and families | AED 149 | 2 – 3 hours |
| Deep Dive Dubai | Snorkel and scuba | From AED 400 | 2 – 3 hours |
| Palm Jumeirah and Atlantis | Photos and attractions | Free to visit | Half day |
| Dubai Marina and JBR | Evening walk and beach | Free | 2 – 3 hours |
| Al Fahidi and Old Souks | Culture and shopping | AED 1 (abra) | 2 – 3 hours |
| Creek Dhow Cruise | Dinner and heritage view | AED 100 – 150 | 2 hours |
Having said that, you don’t need to rush to cover everything, just pick the spots that suit your interest and your days. For booking any of these attractions or a full Dubai holiday package with hotel pickup and drop, you can contact DubaiTicketExpert.Com and they will arrange it as per your dates.
