12-Day Dubai Itinerary - City Experiences

1. Day 1: Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa
   30 minutes (13.5 km) from Dubai International Airport

   Shop at the world's largest mall and visit the tallest building in the world.

2. Day 2: Dubai Miracle Garden and Global Village
   20 minutes (12 km) from Dubai Mall

   Admire the beautiful flower displays at the Miracle Garden and experience the cultural diversity at Global Village.

3. Day 3: Dubai Museum and Bastakiya Quarter
   20 minutes (6.7 km) from Global Village

   Discover the history and culture of Dubai at the Dubai Museum and take a stroll through the charming Bastakiya Quarter.

4. Day 4: Jumeirah Beach and Kite Beach
   25 minutes (12.5 km) from Dubai Museum

   Relax at the beautiful Jumeirah Beach or go kite surfing at Kite Beach.

5. Day 5: Dubai Creek and Dubai Souks
   20 minutes (7.5 km) from Kite Beach

   Take a boat ride down the Dubai Creek and explore the traditional souks of Dubai.

6. Day 6: Dubai Frame and Palm Jumeirah
   25 minutes (9.5 km) from Dubai Souks

   Get a breathtaking view of Dubai from the Dubai Frame and take a walk along the iconic Palm Jumeirah.

7. Day 7: Dubai Opera and City Walk
   20 minutes (8.5 km) from Palm Jumeirah

   Experience world-class entertainment at the Dubai Opera and go shopping at the trendy City Walk.

8. Day 8: Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo
   10 minutes (3 km) from City Walk

   Explore the fascinating marine life at the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo.

9. Day 9: Ski Dubai and Mall of the Emirates
   20 minutes (7 km) from Dubai Aquarium

   Experience skiing in the desert at Ski Dubai and shop at the luxurious Mall of the Emirates.

10. Day 10: Bur Dubai Abra Dock and Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood
    20 minutes (8.5 km) from Mall of the Emirates

    Ride a traditional Abra boat across the Dubai Creek and explore the historic Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood.

11. Day 11: Dubai Autodrome and Global Village Golf Course
    20 minutes (9 km) from Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood

    Experience the thrill of race driving at the Dubai Autodrome and play some golf at the Global Village Golf Course.

12. Day 12: Dubai Miracle Garden and Dubai Parks and Resorts
    25 minutes (25 km) from Global Village Golf Course

    Visit the stunning Dubai Miracle Garden once again and enjoy some thrilling rides at Dubai Parks and Resorts.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Dubai Mall (2-3 hours, free entry)
• Burj Khalifa (2-3 hours, AED 154-533)
• Dubai Miracle Garden (2-3 hours, AED 40-50)
• Global Village (4-5 hours, AED 15-25)
• Dubai Museum (1-2 hours, AED 3-10)
• Bastakiya Quarter (1-2 hours, free entry)
• Jumeirah Beach (2-3 hours, free entry)
• Kite Beach (2-3 hours, free entry)
• Dubai Creek (2-3 hours, free entry)
• Dubai Souks (2-3 hours, depends on purchase)
• Dubai Frame (1-2 hours, AED 50-100)
• Palm Jumeirah (2-3 hours, free entry)
• Dubai Opera (2-3 hours, ticket prices vary)
• City Walk (2-3 hours, depends on purchase)
• Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo (2-3 hours, AED 136-198)
• Ski Dubai (2-3 hours, AED 190-350)
• Mall of the Emirates (2-3 hours, depends on purchase)
• Bur Dubai Abra Dock (1 hour, AED 1)
• Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood (2-3 hours, free entry)
• Dubai Autodrome (2-3 hours, AED 139-193)
• Global Village Golf Course (2-3 hours, AED 120-380)
• Dubai Parks and Resorts (4-5 hours, AED 245-295)
• Total Estimated Costs: AED 1,165-2,361

Useful Tips

With more time, consider taking a day trip to Abu Dhabi to visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Emirates Palace. Alternatively, spend a day at the beach clubs or water parks. With less time, you can combine some of the attractions or skip one or two.