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7-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Dubai and Abu Dhabi in September 2024

  1. Day 1: Dubai Creek
    30 minutes (6.7 miles) from Dubai International Airport

    In the morning, take a traditional abra boat ride along Dubai Creek and visit the Gold and Spice Souks. In the afternoon, visit the Dubai Museum and the nearby Dubai Frame for great views of the city. In the evening, enjoy a stroll along the creek and try some shawarma from a street vendor.

  2. Day 2: Bur Dubai
    15 minutes (3.4 miles) from Dubai Creek

    Visit the Grand Mosque, the oldest mosque in Dubai, in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood and the Dubai Museum of Illusions. In the evening, head to the Dubai Miracle Garden, the world's largest flower garden.

  3. Day 3: Jumeirah Beach
    20 minutes (10 miles) from Bur Dubai

    Spend the morning relaxing on the pristine white sands of Jumeirah Beach. In the afternoon, visit the Burj Al Arab, the world's only 7-star hotel, and the nearby Wild Wadi Waterpark. In the evening, head to the Palm Jumeirah Boardwalk for stunning views of the Dubai skyline.

  4. Day 4: Dubai Mall
    15 minutes (5.4 miles) from Jumeirah Beach

    Shop till you drop at the Dubai Mall, one of the largest malls in the world, in the morning. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. In the evening, catch the Dubai Fountain show, the world's largest choreographed fountain system.

  5. Day 5: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
    1 hour 30 minutes (86.4 miles) from Dubai Mall

    Take a day trip to Abu Dhabi and visit the stunning Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the largest mosque in the UAE, in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the nearby Emirates Palace Hotel and the Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital. In the evening, head to the Corniche waterfront for a relaxing stroll.

  6. Day 6: Yas Island
    30 minutes (20.4 miles) from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

    Visit Yas Island in the morning and enjoy the adrenaline-pumping rides of Ferrari World, the world's largest indoor theme park. In the afternoon, cool off at Yas Waterworld, one of the largest waterparks in the world. In the evening, catch a show or concert at the nearby Yas Island Arena.

  7. Day 7: Al Ain Oasis
    1 hour 30 minutes (86.4 miles) from Yas Island

    Take a day trip to Al Ain, the UAE's "Garden City," and visit the tranquil Al Ain Oasis in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the nearby Al Ain Zoo and the Al Jahili Fort. In the evening, head to the Jebel Hafeet Mountain for stunning views of the surrounding desert.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Dubai Miracle Garden in the morning, the Dubai Frame in the afternoon, and the Dubai Opera House in the evening. For a side trip, visit the nearby Sharjah, the UAE's cultural capital, and explore its many museums and galleries. To maximize your fun, take advantage of the many free public beaches in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and pack a picnic lunch. Finally, don't forget to try some local Emirati cuisine, such as machboos and luqaimat, from a local restaurant or food truck.

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