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Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Dubai in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa
    18 minutes (11.6 km) from Dubai International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Dubai Mall, the world's largest shopping center with over 1,200 stores, an aquarium, and an indoor theme park. For lunch, head to the food court for affordable options or grab a shawarma from one of the vendors. In the afternoon, take a tour to the top of Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, for stunning views of the city. As the sun sets, head to the Dubai Fountain where you can watch the water show set to music.

  2. Day 2: Dubai Miracle Garden and Old Dubai
    21 minutes (17.6 km) from Burj Khalifa

    In the morning, visit the Dubai Miracle Garden, the world's largest flower garden with over 45 million flowers. Take a walk through the heart-shaped pathway and take pictures at the floral castle. For lunch, head to local street vendors for shawarma or falafel. In the afternoon, take a walk through Old Dubai, where you can explore the Dubai Museum and the traditional souks for spices, gold, and textiles. End the day with a traditional dinner at Arabian Tea House.

  3. Day 3: Jumeirah Beach and Dubai Marina
    16 minutes (9.8 km) from Old Dubai

    Start the day at Jumeirah Beach, a pristine white sand beach. Take a dip in the warm waters of the Arabian Gulf or take a stroll along the beach. For lunch, try some of the local seafood at Bu Qtair or take a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, take a walk through the Dubai Marina, where you can see modern architecture and luxury yachts. End the day with a visit to the Dubai Mall of the Emirates, where you can go skiing indoors at Ski Dubai.

Recommendations

Other local attractions worth visiting include the Palm Jumeirah, an artificial island shaped like a palm tree, and the Dubai Frame, a giant picture frame that offers views of both old and new Dubai. For a side trip, consider visiting Abu Dhabi and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. To maximize your fun, consider purchasing a Dubai Pass, which offers discounts to multiple attractions. Finally, don't forget to haggle at the souks to get the best prices on your purchases.

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