The Dubai Mall is the largest shopping mall in the world, with 1,200 retail stores. Apart from shopping, you can visit the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, a 10 million-liter tank housing thousands of aquatic animals.
Burj Khalifa holds multiple world records for architecture and engineering, including the world's highest observation deck on the 148th floor, offering panoramic views of the city.
Dubai Miracle Garden showcases over 45 million flowers in intricate patterns and designs, creating a colorful and fragrant oasis in the desert.
The Dubai Fountain is a captivating water, music, and light spectacle located in the center of Downtown Dubai. The fountain show shoots water jets as high as 500 feet, set to music from around the world.
Burj Al Arab is a luxurious seven-star hotel, iconic for its Sailing Ship form, offering breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf.
Travelers can use various modes of transportation, including the Dubai Metro or taxi. The Dubai Metro is an affordable and efficient way to travel with a cost of 8 AED to start and 1.8 AED for each subsequent km. However, taxis are more flexible for this itinerary and estimated cost would be around 100-120 AED (approx. $27-33 USD).
If you have more time, you can add the Dubai Museum, the Gold Souk, and the Palm Jumeirah. However, if you have less time, shorten your visit to Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Fountain, or skip Burj Al Arab. The best time to visit Dubai is in winter (November to March) when the weather is pleasant.
The main airport in Dubai is the Dubai International Airport (DXB) located 5.6 miles southeast of Dubai city center, with airport code DXB. A new airport is under construction, the Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) located 24.1 miles from downtown Dubai.