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Plan Your Perfect Dubai Itinerary: Must-Do Tours and Activities

Writer's picture: JacqlyneJacqlyne
Jul 22, 202112 min read

Updated: Jun 9, 2024

Welcome to glittering Dubai, a city where the sun shines bright on a remarkable fusion of modernity and tradition. With its vibrant culture, gastronomic delights, and world-renowned attractions, Dubai promises an unforgettable luxury experience. From high adrenaline adventures amidst the wilderness to relaxing evenings by the waterfront, Dubai is a treasure trove of unique experiences waiting to be discovered. This meticulously curated list of must-do tours and activities promise to make your Dubai trip a memory you will cherish forever.


If multiple things catch your eye, you may want to check out the Dubai Explorer or All Inclusive pass. If you'll be visiting the nearby city of Abu Dhabi, check out things to do there as well.


Disclaimer

Part of the job of a travel agent is to save clients time and money. I looked through hundreds of tours and picked out the best tours to book in various categories that are both the best in quality and price.


Prices listed below are subject to change. Rates are typically discounted for larger groups and children, so use the links provided to see the exact cost for your specific scenario and book what is of interest to you.

Dubai Full Day Tour

Ideal for first-time visitors to Dubai or travelers on a budget, this shared bus tour takes in all the highlights in one day. Enjoy spectacular views of Palm Jumeirah island, Sheikh Zayed road, and Burj Khalifa; visit the Grand Mosque of Jumeirah, Dubai Marina, and Dubai Museum (entrance included); ride a traditional abra across Dubai Creek; and enjoy free time for lunch and shopping at Dubai Mall. Hotel pickup included.


Duration

9 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9 am

Price

$66 per person

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Souks, Street Food, Abra, and Old Town

Discover the main highlights of the Old Town of Dubai in a guided tour with a professional guide. Visit Spice Souk and Gold Souk, and try different street foods, Arabic coffee, and more.


Duration

3 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9:30 am and 5:20 pm

Price

$14 per person

Alternative


Meal at Al Khayma Heritage House

Looking for restaurants in Dubai? Al Khayma Heritage House welcomes you to enjoy the best recipes of Emirati cuisine in the unique setting of a restored traditional house.


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Everyday from 9:30 am - 9 pm

Price

$13 per person

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Meal at the Burj Al Arab

Taste exquisite dishes and take in one of the best views of Dubai with this lunch or dinner at the Burj Al Arab - a complete gastronomic experience!


Duration

2 - 4 hours

Availability

Everyday, time dependent on selection

Price

$206 per person

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Pub Crawl

On this pub crawl, you'll discover the vibrant nightlife of Dubai while enjoying a drink in some of the trendiest bars and pubs in the city - the best way to meet new people!


Duration

5 hours

Availability

Friday & Saturday at 8 pm

Price

$61 per person


Dubai Fountain Show and Burj Lake Ride

See the lights of Dubai Mall Fountain Show on a cruise by traditional "abra" water taxi. Climb aboard the wooden boat on Burj Lake. Admire monuments such as the Burj Khalifa before you enjoy grandstand views of the illuminations.


Duration

30 mins

Availability

Everyday, every hour between 5:45 pm - 10:45 pm

Price

$18 per person

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The Burj Khalifa - At the Top 124-125th floor

Witness the views over Dubai from the observation deck of the iconic Burj Khalifaf, the world's tallest building. Ascend to the 124th and 125th floors for a panoramic 360-degree view over the Arabian Gulf.


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Everyday from 8 am - 11 pm

Price

$49 per person


Alternative


Dubai Frame

Book your ticket to the Dubai Frame and enjoy unique views from the biggest picture frame in the world. A one-of-a-kind experience in the United Arab Emirates!


Duration

3 hours

Availability

Everyday from 9 am - 9 pm

Price

$14 per person

Alternative


Museum of the Future

If you're in Dubai you can't miss visiting the Museum of the Future. Enter this pioneering building to discover what the future holds!


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Everyday at 9:30 am - 7 pm

Price

$41 per person

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Dubai Miracle Garden

Enjoy a beautiful experience at Dubai Miracle Garden. First, smell the sweet aroma of over 150 million flowers in full bloom. As you stroll around the picturesque garden, be sure to visit the mesmerizing floating lady.


Duration

At you leisure

Availability

Everyday from 9 am - 9 pm

Price

$26 per person

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AYA Universe

The award winning AYA Universe Dubai is an immersive space where you'll discover a fascinating world of light and color. It's perfect for photography lovers!


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Everyday from 10 am - 11 pm

Price

$37 per person

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La Perle

Enjoy an evening of unforgettable entertainment at the La Perle by Dragone at Al Habtoor City in Dubai. The live performance is a dazzling spectacle of theatre and acrobatics, combining thrilling aerial and aquatic stunts with atmospheric music and special effects. Your admission ticket includes a choice of showtimes and seating options. Upgrade to a Platinum or VIP ticket for additional benefits like canapes, drinks, and a backstage tour.


Duration

1.5 hours

Availability

Tuesday - Saturday at 6:30 pm and 9 pm

Price

Starting from $71 per person

Alternative

Desert Safari

Head into the desert outside Dubai for an evening of dining and entertainment. First, climb aboard your own quad bike for an adrenaline-fueled adventure through the golden sands. Then, head to a Bedouin-style camp to participate in other activities such as sand boarding or camel riding as you enjoy traditional Arab music and dancing. A full buffet dinner is served in addition to tea, coffee, and other refreshments.


Duration

7 hours

Availability

Everyday, time dependent on selection

Price

Staring from $25 per person

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Horse Riding with Al Marmoom Oasis

Discover the beauty of the Arabian horse at Al Salah Studs. Learn about these magnificent creatures and their bloodlines as you ride and enjoy camp activities in the Al Marmoom Oasis.


Duration

45 mins - 4 hours

Availability

Everyday at 3:45 pm

Price

Starting from $88 per person

Alternative


Private Flying Dress Photography and Dune Drive Trip

Experience a desert adventure through the dunes of Dubai on a private tour with a flying dress photo shoot. Choose your own flying dress and backgrounds as a personal photographer takes your photos.


Duration

10 hours

Availability

Everyday at 8 am and 3 pm

Price

$310 per group of 4

Alternative

Abu Dhabi City Tour

Come with us on a sightseeing day tour to Abu Dhabi in style with a modern SUV. Discover the finest attractions of Abu Dhabi as we explore the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Etihad Towers, and the Royal Palace.


Duration

10 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9 am

Price

$24 per person

Alternative


Trip to Sharjah and Ajman

Visit two of the closest cities to Dubai on this trip to Sharjah and Ajman. Get lost in the culture capital of the Arab Emirates.


Duration

5 hours

Availability

Monday at 9 am

Price

$59 per person

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Alexandra Dhow Dinner Cruise in Dubai Marina

Explore the waterways of Dubai Marina on this 2-hour, sightseeing dinner cruise. Climb aboard the Dhow Alexandra, a wooden Arabic Ship that has been refurbished and renovated into a high-class floating restaurant operating in Dubai Marina. The Dhow Cruise Dinner has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city. Enjoy a buffet dinner with five salads, seven main-course dishes, a seafood soup and four dessert options, plus entertainment and a spectacular view of the city skyline from the water.


Duration

2 hours

Availability

Everyday at 8:30 pm

Price

$50 per person

Alternative

Speedboat Tour: Marina, Atlantis, Palm & Burj Al Arab

See Dubai's landmarks and beautiful coastline from the deck of a boat on the Persian Gulf. During this boat tour, available in the early morning and late evening to beat the desert heat, get views of the Palm Jumeirah, the Dubai Marina, and the Burj Al Arab. Bring your camera for photo ops and learn about the history and culture of Dubai through your guide's narration.


Duration

1.5 hours

Availability

Everyday from 9 am - 7:45 pm

Price

$31 per person

Alternative


Jetcar in Dubai

Are you looking for an exciting experience in Dubai? This is the ideal option for adrenaline seekers who are interested in extreme activities. There’s no better activity for you. The moment you hop on the jetcar, you will be transported to an entirely different world. You will feel out of this world. The experience will push your limits.


Duration

20 - 60 mins

Availability

Everyday from 8 am - 4:30 pm

Price

Starting at $191 per pair

Alternative


Parasailing Adventure on Jumeirah Beach

See Dubai from a different perspective—from high above the water with up to three of your friends. On this exciting parasailing adventure, soar above the Arabian Gulf and enjoy views of Palm Island, Dubai Marina, and other incredible sights off the shoreline of this world-class city. This tour is for the adventurous only—you may rise to heights of up to 500 feet (152 meters) if the winds allow.


Duration

1 hour

Availability

Everyday from 10 am - 5 pm

Price

$77 per person

Flyboard Experience

What better way to enjoy Dubai than gliding above its waters on a flyboard?! Gather your courage and launch yourself into the Persian Gulf feeling like a real life superhero!


Duration

30 mins

Availability

Everyday from 10 am - 5 pm

Price

$85 per person

Alternative


Discover Scuba Diving

Explore Dubai's underwater scenery during this guided, small-group scuba diving excursion at Kite Beach. Tours include pre-dive instructions and another short training within the water. Get a chance to spot local wildlife, including schools of fish and seahorses. Take photos and videos under the water with a trained guide. Equipment is included.


Duration

3 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9 am, 12 pm and 3 pm

Price

$81 per person

Alternative


Atlantis Aquaventure and Lost Chambers

Save money on entry tickets with unlimited access to 2 water-based attractions in Dubai. Ride the slides at Aquaventure Waterpark and marvel at a range of marine animals in the Lost Chambers Aquarium.


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Everyday from 10 am - 6 pm

Price

$101 per person

Alternative

Hot Air Balloon Ride

See the iconic Dubai skyline and the vast desert dunes that surround it from above on this unforgettable hot air balloon ride. A unique experience of this incredible Emirati city!


Duration

3 hours

Availability

Everyday at 6 am

Price

$275 per person

Alternative


Ski Dubai

There’s something for everyone at the 4,500 square meter Snow Park, offering countless hours of exhilarating entertainment options, including Bobsledding, Tubing Run, Snow Bumpers, Climbing Wall, Zorb Ball (Giant Snowball), and more. Choose between the Classic Pass, Plus Pass or a Slope Session.


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Everyday from 10 am - 11:30 pm

Price

Starting from $65 per person

Alternative

Chillout Ice Lounge - $24 per person


Dubai Parks and Resorts

Throw yourself into the theme parks at Dubai Parks and Resorts. Select from a total of four parks — LEGOLAND ® Dubai, LEGOLAND® Water Park, and MOTIONGATE™ Dubai — and enjoy the rides, experiences, shows, and attractions at each as you please. Plus, enjoy access to Riverland Dubai, the parks’ central entertainment and dining destination, where you can shop and eat between your park visits.


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Everyday from 10 am - 9 pm

Price

Alternative

Aventura Parks with Zipline and Ropes Course

Come and enjoy unlimited fun at Aventura Parks in Dubai, home to the longest series of thrilling zip lines in the region and 85+ climbing, tree-surfing, rope-crossing challenges spread over five different levels, off the ground and between the trees. Challenge and fun are guaranteed for all ages!


Duration

1 - 3 hours

Availability

Everyday from 5 pm - 12 am

Price

Starting from $41 per person

Alternative


The Green Planet - Unique Indoor Rainforest

The Green Planet is a bio-dome inviting visitors to explore Earth's fascinating flora and fauna through an immersive expedition into the tropics. Designed as an enclosed ecosystem, The Green Planet recreates the enchanting world of a tropical forest with over 3,000 plants and animals and the world’s largest indoor man-made and life-sustaining tree.


Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Monday - Saturday from 10 am - 6 pm

Price

$47 per person

Alternative


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