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Budget-Friendly Family Itinerary in Dubai

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Day 1: Dubai Marina Exploration

Dubai, UAE

9:00AM

Breakfast at Shakespeare and Co.

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Shakespeare and Co., known for its cozy ambiance and tasty food.
Dubai Marina is easily accessible by metro. Take the Red Line to Dubai Marina Station. It takes approximately 30 minutes.
AED 50, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore The Walk at JBR

Take a leisurely walk along The Walk at JBR, a bustling promenade with shops, cafes, and street performers.
The Walk at JBR is a short walk from Dubai Marina Station.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Operation: Falafel

Enjoy a budget-friendly lunch at Operation: Falafel, serving delicious Middle Eastern street food.
Operation: Falafel is located at The Beach, just a few minutes' walk from The Walk at JBR.
AED 30, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Dubai Marina Mall

Explore Dubai Marina Mall for some shopping and indoor entertainment options like the Reel Cinemas.
Dubai Marina Mall is adjacent to Dubai Marina and easily accessible on foot.
Free (Shopping costs additional), 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Operation: Falafel

Head back to Operation: Falafel for a satisfying dinner before ending your day.
Operation: Falafel at The Beach is a convenient dinner option.
AED 40, 1 hour
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Day 2: Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa

Dubai, UAE

9:00AM

Breakfast at The Café by Chef Chai

Start your day with a breakfast at The Café by Chef Chai, offering a range of breakfast options.
Take the metro from Dubai Marina to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station. It takes around 30 minutes.
AED 60, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore Dubai Mall

Spend the morning exploring Dubai Mall, one of the world's largest shopping destinations with various attractions like the Dubai Aquarium.
Dubai Mall is connected to the metro station, making it easily accessible.
Free (Shopping and attractions have additional costs), 3 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at KFC

Enjoy a quick and budget-friendly lunch at KFC within Dubai Mall.
KFC is located inside Dubai Mall, offering a convenient dining option.
AED 25, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Burj Khalifa

Head to the iconic Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, and enjoy panoramic views of the city from the observation deck.
Burj Khalifa is a short walk from Dubai Mall.
AED 135 (At The Top ticket), 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Dubai Mall Food Court

Have dinner at the food court in Dubai Mall, offering a variety of affordable dining options.
The food court in Dubai Mall is a convenient and budget-friendly choice for dinner.
AED 40, 1 hour
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Day 3: Dubai Desert Safari

Dubai, UAE

2:00PM

Desert Safari Experience

Embark on a thrilling desert safari adventure with activities like dune bashing, camel riding, and traditional entertainment.
Most desert safari tours include pick-up from your hotel. The drive to the desert camp takes approximately 1-1.5 hours.
AED 150 per person, 4 hours

7:00PM

BBQ Dinner in the Desert

Enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner under the stars at the desert camp, accompanied by live entertainment.
The desert safari tour includes dinner as part of the package.
Included in safari package, 2 hours
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Day 4: Dubai Creek and Old Dubai

Dubai, UAE

9:00AM

Breakfast at Arabian Tea House

Start your day with a traditional Arabian breakfast at the charming Arabian Tea House in Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood.
Take a taxi or use the metro to reach Al Fahidi Station. It takes around 30 minutes from Dubai Marina.
AED 50, 1 hour

11:00AM

Visit Dubai Museum

Explore the Dubai Museum housed in Al Fahidi Fort to learn about the city's history and heritage.
Dubai Museum is a short walk from Arabian Tea House.
AED 3 (Entrance fee), 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Local Shawarma Stand

Try authentic shawarma for lunch from a local stand in the area, a popular and budget-friendly option.
You can find shawarma stands in the Al Fahidi neighbourhood.
AED 15, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Dubai Creek

Take an abra (water taxi) ride across Dubai Creek to experience the bustling waterfront and old trading ports.
Walk to Dubai Creek from Al Fahidi area to board an abra. The ride is a short journey across the creek.
AED 2 (Abra ride), 1 hour

5:00PM

Shopping at Gold Souk

Explore the famous Gold Souk in Deira for a traditional shopping experience and to admire the dazzling gold jewelry.
Take an abra back to the Deira side of Dubai Creek and walk to the Gold Souk.
Free to browse (Shopping costs extra), 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Ravi Restaurant

End your day with a delicious dinner at Ravi Restaurant, a popular spot for Pakistani and Indian cuisine.
Take a taxi or use public transport to reach Ravi Restaurant. It is a short journey from the Gold Souk area.
AED 30, 1 hour
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