Discover Dubai in 5 Days: A City Experience Itinerary

  • Day 1: Burj Khalifa
    20 minutes (9.7 km) from Dubai International Airport

    The Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world, standing at 828 meters high. The observation deck on the 124th floor offers impressive views of the city, including the Dubai Fountain and Dubai Mall.

  • Day 2: Dubai Miracle Garden
    30 minutes (16.1 km) from the Burj Khalifa

    The Dubai Miracle Garden is home to more than 45 million flowers, making it the world's largest flower garden. It features impressive floral sculptures and designs, such as a life-sized Airbus A380 covered in flowers.

  • Day 3: Dubai Mall
    15 minutes (6.9 km) from the Dubai Miracle Garden

    The Dubai Mall is one of the largest malls in the world, spanning over 1.1 million square meters. It features over 1,200 shops, an aquarium, an ice rink, and numerous dining options.

  • Day 4: Dubai Museum
    20 minutes (8.3 km) from the Dubai Mall

    The Dubai Museum is located in the oldest existing building in Dubai, the Al Fahidi Fort. It showcases the history and culture of Dubai, including exhibits on pearl diving, traditional Emirati houses, and the development of the city.

  • Day 5: Palm Jumeirah
    30 minutes (14.7 km) from the Dubai Museum

    Palm Jumeirah is a man-made island that is shaped like a palm tree. It features luxurious hotels, resorts, and villas, as well as a variety of dining and entertainment options.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Burj Khalifa (2 hours, 169 AED)
  • Dubai Miracle Garden (3 hours, 55 AED)
  • Dubai Mall (4 hours, 100 AED)
  • Dubai Museum (2 hours, 25 AED)
  • Palm Jumeirah (4 hours, 200 AED)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 549 AED

Transportation

Transportation in Dubai is relatively easy with numerous taxis, buses, and metros available. The Dubai Metro is a convenient and affordable way to travel around the city, with ticket prices starting at 2 AED. Taxis are also readily available, with fares starting at 12 AED.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo located in the Dubai Mall, or taking a desert safari tour. If you have less time, skip the Dubai Museum and Palm Jumeirah.

Airports

Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the main airport in Dubai, located approximately 14 km from the city center. Another airport, Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), is also available and serves as Dubai's second airport, located approximately 37 km from the city center.

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