Discovering Dubai in a Day

Day 1: Dubai Delights

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

9:00AM

The Dubai Mall

Begin your day at The Dubai Mall, where you can marvel at the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, and catch the mesmerizing fountain show.
Free to enter the mall, additional cost for Burj Khalifa observation deck, 2-3 hours

12:00PM

Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood

Take a short taxi ride to the Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood and visit the Dubai Museum to learn about the city's rich history. Stroll through the narrow lanes and wind towers of the Al Fahidi Historical District for a glimpse of old Dubai.
Entrance fee for Dubai Museum, 2-3 hours

3:00PM

Lunch at Arabian Tea House

Enjoy a traditional Emirati lunch at the charming Arabian Tea House in the Al Fahidi area, surrounded by serene courtyards and wind towers.
Moderate, 1 hour

4:00PM

Desert Safari

Embark on an exhilarating desert safari adventure to experience dune bashing, camel rides, sandboarding, and a mesmerizing desert sunset. Immerse yourself in Bedouin culture at a desert camp with henna painting, falconry, and a sumptuous Arabian dinner under the starlit sky.
Moderate to high, depending on the type of safari package, 4-6 hours