With millions of visitors flocking to this jewel city of the UAE, Dubai is the ultimate destination for entertainment, adventure, and fun. The ultra-modern architecture, posh lifestyle, and soaring skyscrapers offer something like no other place. With so many places to see and things to do, exploring the city feels like a never-ending desert. So, we have picked the top ten beautiful places that you must visit on your city tour of Dubai.
- Dubai Miracle Garden
Dubai Miracle Garden is one such place that will take you to an entirely different world with the feel of a fairy-tale land. The lush greenery and vibrant hues of more than 150 million flowers are enough to awe your heart. It is the biggest natural flower garden in Dubai and exhibits various flower façades, including the Emirates A380 flight, the world’s largest artwork made entirely of flowers. The flower procession, a festive parade featuring costumed dance, music, and much more, is a must-see at this most beautiful place in Dubai.
- Global Village Â
Global Village in Dubai is a one-stop destination for shopping, entertainment, and dining experiences, with various country-set-up pavilions offering varied experiences. There are nearly 26 pavilions representing each country, so you can get a taste of different cultures. You not only get entertained by some of the best performances in the world but also sample the authentic flavours of restaurants scattered throughout the Global Fest.
- Dubai Garden Glow
Witness how art and science combined can create a wonderful place. Dubai Garden Glow is a special theme park with attractions that come alive at night. Wander through the various art installations across the four zones in the park: Glow Park, Magic Park, Dinosaur Park, and Art Park. Visit Dinosaur Park to see the world’s largest dinosaur-themed park showcasing the evolution of prehistoric species, while the installations in Art Park are made entirely out of recycled materials. 3D art in Magic Park and ice sculptures at Ice Park are also commendable.
- Ain Dubai
The world’s largest and tallest observation wheel, Ain Dubai, is a popular tourist hub where the height of the highest point is 250 meters above the ground. Enjoy the views as the wheel reaches its peak, offering stunning vistas of some of the major attractions of Dubai like the Burj Khalifa, the Burj Al Arab, and the Palm Jumeirah, making it a one-stop city tour of Dubai. You can also take the ‘Dine in the Sky’ experience and treat yourself to a gourmet dinner.
- Atlantis Palm Hotel
This iconic destination of Dubai, sitting on the famous Palm Island, is a world-renowned resort offering luxury and entertainment. One of the most beautiful places to visit in Dubai features ten gourmet restaurants that redefine the idea of fine dining by bringing the best of global cuisine under one roof. What’s more, head to the best water adventure activities at the hotel’s Aquaventure Waterpark and the Lost Chambers Aquarium.
- The Green Planet
The Green Plant is one of Dubai famous places attracting nature and animal lovers from around the world. This tropical home is to over 3000 species of flora and fauna, which include watching the piranhas eat, a sloth encounter, the Australian walkabout, and the bat cave. Apart from these, you can also spot animals like Sugar Gliders, Sloth Bears, Leaf Cutter Ants, Amazon Parrots, Squirrel Monkeys, and Pythons as well as other must-see marine creatures.
- Museum of Illusions
Get tricked at the Museum of Illusions as you venture through a power-packed entertainment destination. The museum showcases a unique feature that deceives your eyes through various attractions like the Vortez Tunnel, the Rotating Cylinder, and more. It even has a room that defies gravity, and everything you see there is upside down. You can also take a look at the collection of paintings, holograms, and other playful games and puzzles. Whether you are with your friends, family, or loved ones, you are guaranteed to have the utmost fun.
- Dubai Gold Souk
Dubai is known as the “City of Gold,” which comes from this famous and oldest part of the city, the Gold Souk. Stroll around streets marvelling at the sheer beauty of gold displayed in stores. You can look, try, and buy gold in any form of accessory: jewellery, a crown, or even a gold scarf. There are numerous options for you to pick around, and if you walk further, you will find a perfume souk, a spice souk, and other major attractions around this region.
- Jumeirah Mosque
The Jumeirah Mosque is one of the few mosques in Dubai that has opened its arms to even non-Muslim visitors. The mosque is completely finished with white stone and is an architectural masterpiece to marvel at. It can accommodate up to 1200 worshippers at any given time, and when the mosque is lit up at night, one can witness the intricate artistry all around the monument under the lights.
- Ibn Battuta Mall
Ibn Battuta Mall is the largest theme-based mall in the world, featuring spellbinding architecture and experiences. The mall has just one floor but covers over 270 outlets, 50 restaurants, a multi-plex, a five-star hotel, and even a gym. There are six zones in the mall that honour six lands: China Court, India Court, Persia Court, Egypt Court, Tunisia Court, and Andalusia Court, making it one of the must-visit places in Dubai.
From world-famous attractions to some of the world’s biggest and tallest attractions, a trip to Dubai is always a unique experience.
