8-Day Dubai City Experience Itinerary

1. Day 1: Dubai Mall and Fountain Show
   10 minutes (5.7 km) from Dubai International Airport

   Explore the world's largest mall with its famous indoor aquarium, ice skating rink and fountain show in the evening.

2. Day 2: Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain
   10 minutes (6.1 km) from Dubai Mall

   Visit the world's tallest building, take in the panoramic views from the observation decks and enjoy the Dubai Fountain show in the evening.

3. Day 3: Dubai Miracle Garden and Global Village
   30 minutes (28.4 km) from Burj Khalifa

   Experience nature's grandeur with a stroll through the world's largest flower garden followed by a cultural tour at Global Village (seasonal).

4. Day 4: Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah
   25 minutes (17.5 km) from Dubai Miracle Garden

   Enjoy a cruise along Dubai Marina, view the magnificent skyline and end at the spectacular man-made Palm Jumeirah, home to the iconic Atlantis The Palm hotel.

5. Day 5: Historic Dubai and Spice Souk
   25 minutes (12.1 km) from Palm Jumeirah

   Explore the historic neighbourhoods of Dubai, including the Al Fahidi district and the Dubai Museum. End your day at the colourful Spice Souk.

6. Day 6: Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo
   15 minutes (8.7 km) from Spice Souk

   Experience the aquatic life at the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo with its 40-metre tunnel and a variety of fascinating marine creatures.

7. Day 7: Ski Dubai and Mall of the Emirates
   15 minutes (9.6 km) from Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo

   Beat the heat and hit the slopes at the indoor Ski Dubai followed by some shopping at the famous Mall of the Emirates.

8. Day 8: Dubai Creek and Dhow Cruise
   20 minutes (12.6 km) from Mall of the Emirates

   End your trip on a relaxing note with a dhow cruise along the historic Dubai Creek, taking in the stunning sights and sounds.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dubai Mall and Fountain Show (4 hours, free)
• Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain (4 hours, AED 169 per person)
• Dubai Miracle Garden and Global Village (6 hours, AED 30 per person)
• Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah (4 hours, AED 200 per person)
• Historic Dubai and Spice Souk (6 hours, AED 50 per person)
• Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo (4 hours, AED 120 per person)
• Ski Dubai and Mall of the Emirates (4 hours, AED 250 per person)
• Dubai Creek and Dhow Cruise (3 hours, AED 60 per person)
• Total Estimated Costs (excluding flights and accommodation): AED 879 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider taking a day trip to Abu Dhabi to visit the Grand Mosque and the Louvre museum. For a more offbeat experience, visit the Dubai Miracle Garden in the morning to avoid crowds. If time is limited, skip Ski Dubai and the Mall of the Emirates, and head to Jumeirah Beach for a relaxing time or indulge in a desert safari experience.