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Budget-Friendly 4-Day Dubai Itinerary

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Day 1: Exploring Dubai Creek and Old Dubai

Dubai, UAE

8:00AM

Breakfast at Arabian Tea House

Start your day with a traditional Arabic breakfast at Arabian Tea House to fuel up for a day of exploring old Dubai.
AED 30, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Dubai Museum

Explore the history and culture of Dubai at Dubai Museum, located in Al Fahidi Fort.
AED 3, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Local Cafeteria

Enjoy a budget-friendly lunch at a local cafeteria in the Al Bastakiya area.
AED 20, 1 hour

2:00PM

Shop at Gold Souk

Explore the dazzling Gold Souk and browse through the intricate gold and jewellery shops.
Free to browse, 2 hours

5:00PM

Abra Ride on Dubai Creek

Take a traditional abra (water taxi) ride on Dubai Creek to soak in the views of old and new Dubai.
AED 2, 30 minutes

7:00PM

Dinner at Ravi Restaurant

End your day with a budget-friendly and delicious dinner at Ravi Restaurant known for its Pakistani cuisine.
AED 40, 1 hour
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Day 2: Exploring Downtown Dubai

Dubai, UAE

9:00AM

Breakfast at Baker & Spice

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast at Baker & Spice in Souk Al Bahar, overlooking the Burj Khalifa.
AED 40, 1 hour

11:00AM

Visit Dubai Mall

Explore the world's largest shopping mall, Dubai Mall, and marvel at the Dubai Aquarium and Burj Khalifa.
Free to enter, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Food Court

Enjoy a budget-friendly lunch at the food court in Dubai Mall with a variety of options to choose from.
AED 25, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Dubai Fountain Show

Witness the mesmerising Dubai Fountain Show outside Dubai Mall with the backdrop of Burj Khalifa.
Free to watch, 30 minutes

4:00PM

Explore Dubai Opera District

Take a leisurely walk around the Dubai Opera District and enjoy the modern architecture and waterfront views.
Free to explore, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at Operation: Falafel

Have a budget-friendly dinner at Operation: Falafel, known for its delicious Middle Eastern street food.
AED 35, 1 hour
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Day 3: Discovering Dubai Marina and JBR

Dubai, UAE

10:00AM

Breakfast at Bertin Bistro & Restaurant

Start your day with a delectable breakfast at Bertin Bistro & Restaurant in Dubai Marina.
AED 45, 1 hour

12:00PM

Walk along Dubai Marina

Stroll along the picturesque Dubai Marina promenade and admire the stunning yachts and skyscrapers.
Free to walk, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Smoky Beach

Enjoy a budget-friendly lunch at Smoky Beach, a casual dining spot offering a variety of cuisines.
AED 30, 1 hour

4:00PM

Relax at JBR Beach

Spend the afternoon relaxing at JBR Beach, one of Dubai's popular public beaches with stunning views.
Free entry, 2 hours

6:00PM

Shopping at The Beach

Explore The Beach, an outdoor shopping and dining destination at JBR with a vibrant atmosphere.
Varies based on shopping, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Dinner at Operation: Falafel

Enjoy another budget-friendly meal at Operation: Falafel, offering a variety of Middle Eastern delights.
AED 35, 1 hour
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Day 4: Experiencing Desert Safari Adventure

Dubai, UAE

2:00PM

Pickup for Desert Safari

Embark on an exciting desert safari adventure with activities like dune bashing, camel riding, and sandboarding.
AED 150, 4 hours

7:00PM

BBQ Dinner in the Desert

Enjoy a traditional BBQ dinner under the stars in the desert camp with live entertainment.
Included in Safari cost, 2 hours

9:00PM

Stargazing and Return to Dubai

End the day by stargazing in the desert before heading back to Dubai city.
N/A, 1 hour
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