Start your trip with a visit to Dubai Mall. It is the largest mall in the world, spanning over 1 million square meters, and offering a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment options. See the stunning Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, home to numerous marine creatures, including the world’s largest collection of sand tiger sharks. Don’t miss the Dubai Fountain, the world's largest choreographed fountain system, set over the 30-acre Burj Khalifa Lake, and the Burj Khalifa - the tallest building in the world standing at 828 meters. End your day with the VR Park Dubai - a virtual and augmented reality theme park, with thrilling experiences for all ages.
Walk around the Dubai Miracle Garden, a magnificent flower garden featuring more than 45 different species that are shaped into various structures. The garden is opened to public from November to May, and it takes seven months to cultivate the approximately 60 million flowers arranged within its confines. The stunning floral arrangements are a sight to see and is a perfect spot to sit down and relax and enjoy the scenery. Afterward, travel to La Mer Beach, a trendy beachfront destination, to unwind, relax and have some fun in the sun. You can hike around its many attractions, which include restaurants, a cinema and a water park.
Start with a cultural experience at Dubai Museum to learn all about the heritage and traditional way of life in the Emirates. Located in the historic Al Fahidi Fort, Dubai Museum dates back to 1787 and is Dubai's oldest existing building. Next, head over to the Gold Souk, a must-visit place for all jewelry lovers. Be amazed by the wide selection of gold jewelry, from traditional to modern designs, and at a range of prices. End your tour by exploring Bur Dubai Abra Dock, the primary location of the traditional water taxis. Don't miss the chance to ride the abra and take a boat tour of the Dubai Creek.
If you have more time in Dubai, make sure to add a visit to the Palm Jumeirah - an artificial island that is home to luxury resorts, hotels and restaurants, and the Global Village Dubai - a multicultural festival park that is open from November to April, featuring entertainment shows, shopping, and food options from around the world. Alternatively, if you have less time, you can skip some of the attractions, taking public transport between them to save time. Finally, do check opening hours and timings for the attractions before you head to them, as they might change post-Covid.