Things to do in United Arab Emirates
Dhow Cruise Dubai84 optionsDhow Cruise Dubai Marina53 optionsHelicopter Ride Dubai14 optionsSafaris6 optionsDubai Yacht Tour19 optionsYas Island Attractions24 optionsImg Worlds of Adventure Tickets6 optionsAbu Dhabi City Tour17 optionsZiplining7 optionsDubai City Tour95 optionsSki Dubai Tickets19 optionsQuad Biking Dubai185 options
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Abu Dhabi Overnight Desert Safari: Dune Bashing & Bedouin CampYou depart Abu Dhabi at 3:30pm in a 4x4 for dune bashing across the highest sand in the UAE, stop at a camel farm and watch the sunset, then spend the night in a traditional Bedouin camp where you ride camels, eat a three-course BBQ dinner, watch a belly dance performance, and wake to breakfast before returning in the morning. Hotel or mall pickup is included.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full desert experience—dune bashing, camping, and cultural entertainment—without arranging separate transport, meals, or accommodation; the overnight format is what makes it possible to reach the deepest desert and stay long enough to feel like you're actually there.
Dubai Creek Dhow Cruise Dinner & Tanura Dance with PickupYou're picked up from your hotel and taken to a traditional dhow on Dubai Creek for a two-hour evening cruise. Dinner is a buffet with unlimited soft drinks and coffee; the Tanura dance performance happens mid-cruise while the boat drifts past lit landmarks including Sheikh Mariam's house. You return to your hotel by the end of the night, having never arranged transport or made a reservation at a restaurant.Is it for me?Book this if you want dinner and sightseeing combined without arranging separate reservations or transport—the fixed pickup time and included meal mean the evening is already planned, leaving you to show up and enjoy the water.
Qasr Al Watan Abu Dhabi: Presidential Palace Entry & GardensYou get entry to the presidential palace, its working rooms, the library, Great Hall, and banquet hall, plus the surrounding gardens. Interactive exhibitions on Arab heritage are included. There's no time pressure, and the palace is fully accessible — you move through at whatever pace makes sense for your group.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting to understand UAE's governance and heritage without a guide — you move through the actual presidential palace at your own pace, and the exhibitions are built into the rooms themselves, so learning happens as you walk.
The View at The Palm: 52nd Floor Dubai Observation DeckYou ride an elevator 240 meters up to an open-air observation deck with unobstructed views of Palm Jumeirah, the Dubai skyline and the Arabian Gulf. Before ascending, you walk through an interactive museum explaining how the Palm was engineered and built. The deck includes both outdoor terrace and indoor lounge access, with no time limit on how long you stay. Optional hotel pickup and drop-off are available if you'd rather not arrange transport yourself.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting a high vantage point of Dubai without climbing or hiking — the elevator does the work, and the deck stays open as long as you need to take in the view and photograph it from different angles.
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Tickets: 48m Tunnel & King CrocYou get entry to both the main aquarium and the underwater zoo, walk the 48-meter tunnel with 270-degree views of 33,000 creatures, and see King Croc up close. Optional add-ons like shark cage snorkeling and dives are available separately. The ticket is valid for one visit on the date you choose, and you can move through at your own pace without a guide or time limit.Is it for me?Right for families, solo travelers, and anyone spending an afternoon at Dubai Mall who wants a self-paced indoor activity with no guide or time pressure. The tunnel and zoo sections keep you occupied for 1.5 to 2 hours, and wheelchair access means it works for visitors of different mobility levels.
Try Scuba Diving & Snorkeling with BBQ Lunch in FujairahYou’ll get hands-on scuba training with a certified PADI instructor in Fujairah’s clear waters, see colorful marine life up close, enjoy a beachside BBQ lunch, and take home underwater photos—all gear included.
Dubai City Tour & Kayaking: Jumeirah Mosque, Creek & BeachYou start at your hotel, visit the Dubai Museum in the city's oldest fort, stop at Jumeirah Mosque for photos and context, then paddle a kayak at Jumeirah Beach before driving past the Burj Khalifa and Atlantis on your way back. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with water and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle. The group stays under 15 people, so the pace stays manageable.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Dubai's older landmarks and the waterfront in one morning without arranging your own transport or entry tickets — the fixed route and small group size mean you move through the city without getting lost or waiting in lines alone.
Dubai Half Day City Tour: Gold Souk, Palm Jumeirah & Burj Al ArabYou’ll see Dubai’s icons—from royal palaces to buzzing souks—in just half a day. Ride an abra across Dubai Creek and wander through markets full of color and scents you won’t forget soon.
Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque & City Tour from Dubai with GuideYou’ll walk barefoot across cool marble at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, hear stories from your local guide about Abu Dhabi’s past at Heritage Village, and catch glimpses of modern icons like Ferrari World and Emirates Palace. With hotel pickup included and time to soak up both old traditions and new city vibes, it’s a day you’ll remember long after you’re home.
Dubai City Tour: Palm Jumeirah, Blue Mosque & Gold SoukYou visit the Blue Mosque, photograph Palm Jumeirah and the Museum of the Future, then step into a heritage house in Old Dubai for Arabic coffee and the city's actual history. A traditional Abra water taxi crosses Dubai Creek, and you walk the Gold and Spice Souks with a licensed guide who explains what you're seeing. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with cold water and ground floor museum access, all in 4 to 5 hours.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want Dubai's mix of modern landmarks and actual history without arranging transport, timing stops, or navigating the souks alone—the 4 to 5 hour window fits the main sights and the heritage house visit into one morning, and hotel pickup means you're ready at 8 AM instead of finding your own way to each stop.
Atlantis Waterpark Dubai: Water Slides & Private Beach TransferYou get hotel pickup and a one-way ride to Atlantis The Palm, entry to Aquaventure Waterpark with all its slides and rides, and access to the private beach. Spend the day moving between water and sun at your own pace, then arrange your own way back or book a return transfer separately. No guide, no schedule, no surprises at the ticket window.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a full day at a major waterpark without arranging transport or buying tickets separately — the included transfer is what makes the trip from your hotel straightforward instead of a logistical puzzle.
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo: Fast Entry & Penguin CoveYou enter through a 48-meter underwater tunnel where sharks and rays glide overhead, then explore the Underwater Zoo with otters, penguins, and giant crocodiles across themed zones. Fast-track entry skips the line, same-day booking is available, and the entire facility is wheelchair accessible. Plan for a few hours to move through at your own pace and take photos.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the main marine attractions in Dubai without arranging transport or worrying about entry queues — fast-track access and same-day booking mean you can decide in the morning and be in the tunnel by afternoon.
Abu Dhabi: Louvre & Qasr Al Watan Tickets with Fast EntryYou get timed entry to both the Louvre Abu Dhabi — home to masterpieces by Van Gogh and da Vinci — and Qasr Al Watan, the UAE's presidential palace with its own exhibitions on heritage and governance. Skip the ticket lines, explore at your own pace, and move between two of Abu Dhabi's main cultural sites without arranging separate bookings. The combo saves you time and money on entry fees.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to see Abu Dhabi's two major cultural attractions without the hassle of buying tickets separately or standing in entry lines — the combo ticket locks in both admissions upfront, which is what makes fitting both into one day actually possible.
Wild Wadi Dubai: 30+ Water Slides & Wave PoolYou spend the day moving between 30+ water slides, a wave pool, and a FlowRider surfing machine, with access to a lazy river and family-friendly pools. Life jackets and park entry are included; hotel transfer is optional. You choose your own pace—hit every ride or spend the afternoon floating and sunbathing. No need to arrange tickets or figure out which attractions to skip.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day of water rides without planning which attractions to visit or buying separate tickets for different areas—everything is included in one entry, and the range of rides and pools means there's something for every age and comfort level.
Khasab Dhow Cruise from Dubai: Dolphins, Snorkeling & LunchYou board a traditional dhow at Khasab and spend the day sailing past fjords and white sand beaches, watching dolphins surface naturally, snorkeling at Telegraphic Island in clear water, and swimming at Seebi Island. A buffet lunch with coffee and fresh fruit is served on board; snorkeling gear and life jackets are provided. Hotel pickup and return transport from Dubai are included, making it a full-day experience without arranging your own logistics.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full Khasab experience without arranging transport, timing multiple stops, or renting snorkeling gear yourself — the dhow's pace and included transfers mean you show up at your hotel and the rest unfolds on schedule.
Ski Dubai: Indoor Snow Park & 5 Slopes with Fast EntryYou get fast-track entry to Ski Dubai's indoor snow park with all gear included, unlimited access to five slopes and snow activities like bobsled and tubing, and a chairlift ride. The whole experience happens inside the Mall of Emirates, so you're never far from shops, food, or air conditioning if you need a break.Is it for me?Book this if you want to escape Dubai's heat for a few hours without the hassle of buying tickets at the door or renting gear separately — the direct entry and included equipment mean you walk in ready to go.
Dubai Balloon Ride & Atlantis Views with GuideThis is your chance to float above Atlantis & Palm Jumeirah on a guided Dubai balloon ride—see iconic landmarks like Burj Khalifa and Ain Dubai up close, with a professional pilot keeping things light (and safe). Includes your ticket and flight experience—plus those moments of quiet awe you’ll remember long after landing.
Desert Horse Riding in Dubai: 1-Hour Arabian Dunes ExperienceA 1-hour desert horse riding experience in Dubai where you ride Arabian horses across the dunes with a live English or Arabic-speaking guide, all safety equipment, and unlimited drinks and Karak tea included. Children can join from age 5, and the ride welcomes both novice and experienced riders. The group format and fixed duration fit a morning or afternoon slot without eating the whole day.Is it for me?The 1-hour slot leaves your morning or afternoon open for other plans—it's not a half-day commitment, so you can ride and still explore the city or rest at your hotel. Book a sunrise ride if you want the desert before the heat builds, or sunset if you prefer the light and cooler air.
Ski Dubai: Indoor Slopes & Snow Rides with EquipmentYou enter a -1°C indoor ski resort in Dubai's mall, get dressed in thermal gear and snow boots, then ride the chairlift to the top of the slope. Your day includes unlimited access to Mountain Thriller, Snow Bullet zipline, Snow Park rides, and two hours on the slopes if you ski; beginners can take lessons. Equipment, locker, and hotel pickup are included, so you arrive ready to go and leave without arranging anything else.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day of winter activities without arranging gear, transport, or lessons separately — everything arrives with you at the door, and the unlimited access to rides and the slope means you're not watching the clock or paying extra for each attraction.
Dubai Mall Shopping Tour: 1,200 Outlets & DiningA 4-hour guided shopping tour of Dubai Mall takes you through over 1,200 retail outlets, two anchor department stores (Galeries Lafayette and Bloomingdale's), and more than 200 international dining venues, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Your driver-guide provides shopping assistance and navigation through the mall's layout, so you spend time browsing instead of finding your way around.Is it for me?The four-hour window fits a focused shopping session with time to explore multiple stores and grab a meal, but leaves your afternoon or evening free for other activities. If you need a full day at the mall or want to browse at a slower pace, a longer independent visit would suit you better.
