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12-Day Dubai City Experiences Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Dubai Mall
    10 minutes (5.2 km) from Dubai International Airport

    Explore the world's largest shopping mall.

  2. Day 2: Bur Khalifa and Dubai Fountain
    5 minutes (2.3 km) from Dubai Mall

    Enjoy the tallest skyscraper and stunning water show.

  3. Day 3: Dubai Miracle Garden
    20 minutes (15 km) from Bur Khalifa

    Stroll through the world's largest natural flower garden.

  4. Day 4: Dubai Museum and Al Fahidi Historic District
    25 minutes (10 km) from Dubai Miracle Garden

    Discover the local history and heritage of Dubai.

  5. Day 5: Palm Jumeirah Island and Atlantis, The Palm
    30 minutes (17 km) from Dubai Museum

    Experience the most iconic artificial island and luxury hotel.

  6. Day 6: Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach Residence
    20 minutes (10 km) from Palm Jumeirah Island

    Enjoy the stunning waterfront scenery, restaurants, and shops.

  7. Day 7: Ski Dubai and Mall of the Emirates
    15 minutes (8.5 km) from Dubai Marina

    Experience the indoor ski resort and luxury shopping mall.

  8. Day 8: Dubai Creek and Gold Souk
    30 minutes (18 km) from Ski Dubai

    Explore the old Dubai and souk markets.

  9. Day 9: Dubai Opera and The Dubai Mall Art Walk
    25 minutes (8.8 km) from Dubai Creek

    Enjoy the world-class entertainment and art exhibitions.

  10. Day 10: Dubai Frame
    20 minutes (12 km) from Dubai Opera

    Experience the iconic landmark offering stunning views of the city.

  11. Day 11: Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo
    10 minutes (3.1 km) from Dubai Frame

    Discover the stunning marine life through the largest acrylic panel.

  12. Day 12: Dubai Parks and Resorts
    35 minutes (35 km) from Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo

    Enjoy the thrilling amusement parks and shows.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Dubai Museum (3 hours, AED 3)
  • Ski Dubai (2 hours, AED 300)
  • Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo (2 hours, AED 140)
  • Dubai Frame (2 hours, AED 50)
  • Dubai Opera (3 hours, AED 250)
  • Dubai Mall Art Walk (2 hours, Free)
  • Dubai Aquarium Tunnel (1 hour, AED 115)
  • Dubai Miracle Garden (2 hours, AED 55)
  • Bur Khalifa and Dubai Fountain (3 hours, AED 149 - AED 378)
  • Dubai Parks and Resorts (6 hours, AED 295)
  • Total Estimated Costs: AED 1320 - 1740

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, you can add an evening desert safari or a day trip to Abu Dhabi for visiting the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Emirates Palace. If you have less time, you can skip some of the shopping or amusement attractions.

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