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United Arab Emirates

4.3
Observation Decks · Fountains · Shopping Malls
Though most people associate United Arab Emirates only with Dubai, nicknamed the "City of Gold," the federation of seven emirates boats a surprisingly rich historical and cultural heritage and provides a good starting point for visitors interested in discovering the Middle East. A trip to United Arab Emirates reveals a modern nation with a dynamic atmosphere and a landscape that quickly changes from futuristic cities to remote deserts, mysteriously silent places where only the shifting sand dunes mark the passage of time. Add the eastern coastline to your United Arab Emirates itinerary to find a string of outstanding beaches and some of the finest diving and snorkeling opportunities in the region. Take a look at our United Arab Emirates trip planner to refine the details of your trip to United Arab Emirates.
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    Top United Arab Emirates tours

    FROM $85 BOOK WITH VIATOR Dubai Desert 4x4 Safari with Camp activities & BBQ Dinner
    4.5
    Duration: 6 hours
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    FROM $31 BOOK WITH VIATOR Dubai City Half-Day Sightseeing Tour
    3.9
    Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
    Tours from $31 »
    FROM $44 BOOK WITH VIATOR Big Bus Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
    4.3
    Duration: 2 hours 20 minutes
    Tours from $44 »

    Places to visit in United Arab Emirates

    DubaiTrip planner BEST FOR: Observation Deck, Fountain, Shopping Mall Abu DhabiTrip planner BEST FOR: Religious Site, Theme Park, Safari Al AinTrip planner BEST FOR: World heritage site, Mountain, Zoo SharjahTrip planner BEST FOR: Water Park, Landmark, Gift & Specialty Shop Ras Al KhaimahTrip planner BEST FOR: Shopping Mall, Mountain, Water Park

    Regions of United Arab Emirates

    Emirate of Abu DhabiTrip planner Emirate of DubaiTrip planner Emirate of FujairahTrip planner Emirate of SharjahTrip planner Emirate of AjmanTrip planner Emirate of Ras Al KhaimahTrip planner Emirate of Umm Al QuwainTrip planner

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    Popular things to do in United Arab Emirates

    Burj Khalifa ©
    Observation Deck
    Burj Khalifa
    Dubai
    4.5
    Duration: 3 hours
    Buy tickets from $128 »
    The Dubai Mall ©
    Shopping Mall
    The Dubai Mall
    Dubai
    4.6
    Duration: 4h 30 min
    Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque ©
    Religious Site
    Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
    Abu Dhabi
    4.8
    Duration: 1 hour
    Wild Wadi Waterpark ©
    Water Park
    Wild Wadi Waterpark
    Dubai
    4.2
    Duration: 4 hours
    Buy tickets from $70 »

    Kid-friendly things to do in United Arab Emirates

    Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
    Theme Park
    Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
    Abu Dhabi
    3.8
    Duration: 8 hours
    Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark ©
    Water Park
    Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark
    Dubai
    4.2
    Duration: 8 hours
    Buy tickets from $79 »
    Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo ©
    Aquarium
    Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
    Dubai
    4.0
    Duration: 4 hours
    Jumeirah Public Beach ©
    Beach
    Jumeirah Public Beach
    Dubai
    4.3
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Museums in United Arab Emirates

    Al Fahidi Fort ©
    History Museum
    Al Fahidi Fort
    Dubai
    3.6
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Mleiha Archaeological Centre ©
    History Museum
    Mleiha Archaeological Centre
    Sharjah
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Louvre Abu Dhabi ©
    Art Museum
    Louvre Abu Dhabi
    Abu Dhabi
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Sheikh Saeed al-Maktoum's House ©
    History Museum
    Sheikh Saeed al-Maktoum's House
    Dubai
    3.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Hidden gems in United Arab Emirates

    Jumeirah Mosque ©
    Religious Site
    Jumeirah Mosque
    Dubai
    4.3
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve ©
    National Park
    Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
    Emirate of Dubai
    4.6
    Duration: 8 hours
    Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital ©
    Historic Site
    Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital
    Abu Dhabi
    4.6
    Duration: 3 hours
    Bastakia Quarter ©
    Historic Walking Area
    Bastakia Quarter
    Dubai
    4.2
    Duration: 1 hour

    Shopping in United Arab Emirates

    Souk Madinat Jumeirah ©
    Shopping Mall
    Souk Madinat Jumeirah
    Dubai
    4.3
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Marina Mall ©
    Shopping Mall
    Marina Mall
    Abu Dhabi
    3.8
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Dubai Gold Souk ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Dubai Gold Souk
    Dubai
    3.3
    Duration: 30 minutes
    Dubai Spice Souk ©
    Flea Market
    Dubai Spice Souk
    Dubai
    2.9
    Duration: 1h 30 min

    Theme Parks in United Arab Emirates

    Al Montazah Parks ©
    Water Park
    Al Montazah Parks
    Sharjah
    4.5
    Duration: 8 hours
    Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi ©
    Water Park
    Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi
    Abu Dhabi
    4.3
    Duration: 8 hours
    Global Village ©
    Theme Park
    Global Village
    Dubai
    4.3
    Duration: 8 hours
    Creekside Park
    Theme Park
    Creekside Park
    Dubai
    3.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Featured attractions

    Hot Air Balloon Operation & Maintenance LLC ©
    Balloon Ride
    Hot Air Balloon Operation & Maintenance LLC
    Dubai
    4.6
    Duration: 4 hours
    Fishing with Captain Hook ©
    Fishing Charter / Tour
    Fishing with Captain Hook
    Ajman
    5.0
    Duration: 4 hours
    ARTE - The Makers' Market ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    ARTE - The Makers' Market
    Dubai
    4.7
    Duration: 2 hours
    My Abu Dhabi Holidays ©
    Safari
    My Abu Dhabi Holidays
    Abu Dhabi
    4.7
    Duration: 4 hours

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