5-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Dubai

  1. Day 1: Dubai Mall & Burj Khalifa
    25 minutes (10 km) from Dubai International Airport

    Visit the largest shopping mall in the world, the Dubai Mall, which has a wide range of shops and entertainment options. The mall also houses one of the world's tallest buildings, the Burj Khalifa. Take a trip to the observation deck on the 124th floor for a stunning bird's eye view of the city.

  2. Day 2: Dubai Museum & Gold Souk
    18 minutes (8 km) from Burj Khalifa

    Explore the Dubai Museum, housed in the oldest building in Dubai. Learn about the city's history and culture. Afterward, head to the Gold Souk, a traditional gold market, to browse through gold and jewelry items. Be sure to haggle for the best prices!

  3. Day 3: Jumeirah Beach Park & Mall of the Emirates
    13 minutes (6 km) from Dubai Museum

    Spend the day relaxing at Jumeirah Beach Park, a beautiful stretch of white sand beach with plenty of green spaces for picnics. In the evening, visit the Mall of the Emirates, which houses an indoor ski slope, cinema, and a range of shops.

  4. Day 4: Miracle Garden & Global Village
    27 minutes (21 km) from Jumeirah Beach Park

    The Miracle Garden is a unique and colorful attraction with over 45 million flowers arranged in beautiful and creative designs. Afterwards, head to Global Village, a lively and vibrant market showcasing different cultures, food, and entertainment from around the world.

  5. Day 5: Al Fahidi Historical District & Dubai Miracle Garden
    24 minutes (11 km) from Global Village

    Visit Al Fahidi Historical District, a beautifully restored area of traditional wind-tower houses from the 19th century. Afterward, head back to the Miracle Garden to see the illuminated flower displays at night.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dubai Mall (2-3 hours, Free entry)
  • Burj Khalifa (2-3 hours, AED 149 - AED 378)
  • Dubai Museum (1-2 hours, AED 3)
  • Gold Souk (1-2 hours, Prices vary)
  • Jumeirah Beach Park (3-4 hours, AED 5)
  • Mall of the Emirates (2-3 hours, Free entry)
  • Miracle Garden (2-3 hours, AED 55)
  • Global Village (3-4 hours, AED 15)
  • Total Estimated Costs: AED 230 - 450

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting other popular attractions like the Palm Jumeirah Island, Dubai Miracle Garden, or the Dubai Frame. For those with less time, consider removing Global Village or the Gold Souk from the itinerary. Remember to bring plenty of sunscreen and water, as Dubai can get hot.

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