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7-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Dubai in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Dubai Creek
    20 minutes (5.7km) from Dubai International Airport

    In the morning, walk along the Dubai Creek and take a traditional abra water taxi. In the afternoon, visit the Dubai Museum to explore the history of the city. In the evening, head to the Gold Souk for some window shopping and haggling.

  2. Day 2: Jumeirah Beach
    25 minutes (14km) from Dubai Creek

    Spend the morning relaxing on Jumeirah Beach and take a dip in the clear blue water. In the afternoon, visit the iconic Burj Al Arab for a photo opportunity. In the evening, head to Dubai Marina for a dinner cruise.

  3. Day 3: Dubai Miracle Garden
    30 minutes (23.5km) from Jumeirah Beach

    Spend the morning exploring the stunning Dubai Miracle Garden. In the afternoon, visit the Mall of the Emirates for some shopping and skiing at Ski Dubai. In the evening, head to the Dubai Fountain for a free light and water show.

  4. Day 4: Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
    1 hour (80.4km) from Dubai Miracle Garden

    Start early in the morning for a desert safari in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. In the afternoon, visit the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood for a glimpse into traditional Dubai. In the evening, head to the Dubai Mall for some shopping and to see the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo.

  5. Day 5: Dubai Parks and Resorts
    30 minutes (22.3km) from Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

    In the morning, head to Dubai Parks and Resorts for some theme park fun. In the afternoon, visit the Dubai Butterfly Garden. In the evening, head to Souk Madinat Jumeirah for some shopping and dinner.

  6. Day 6: Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark
    20 minutes (9.4km) from Souk Madinat Jumeirah

    Spend the morning at the Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark. In the afternoon, visit the Dubai Mall for some shopping and to see the Dubai Fountain. In the evening, head to Dubai Marina for a dinner cruise.

  7. Day 7: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
    1 hour 30 minutes (130km) from Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark

    Start early in the morning for a road trip to Abu Dhabi to visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. In the afternoon, visit the Emirates Palace for a photo opportunity. In the evening, head back to Dubai for a farewell dinner at one of the city's many budget-friendly restaurants.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the Dubai Miracle Garden, a stunning floral display boasting over 45 million flowers. Take a day trip to the nearby city of Sharjah for a taste of traditional Emirati culture. For a unique experience, take a hot air balloon ride over the Dubai desert at sunrise.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dubai Museum (2 hours, AED3)
  • Burj Al Arab (1 hour, free)
  • Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise (2 hours, AED200)
  • Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood (2 hours, free)
  • Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo (2 hours, AED150)
  • Dubai Parks and Resorts (8 hours, AED295)
  • Dubai Butterfly Garden (2 hours, AED65)
  • Dubai Fountain (30 minutes, free)
  • Souk Madinat Jumeirah (2 hours, free)
  • Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark (8 hours, AED320)
  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (2 hours, free)
  • Emirates Palace (30 minutes, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: AED1006 ($274)
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