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United Arab Emirates

4.2
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 SharjahTrip planner BEST FOR: Water Park, Landmark, Gift & Specialty Shop Al AinTrip planner BEST FOR: World heritage site, Mountain, Zoo 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
    4.5
    Duration: 4h 30 min
    Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque ©
    Religious Site
    Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
    Abu Dhabi
    4.8
    Duration: 1 hour
    ©
    Food Tour
    Food Tours
    Dubai
    5.0
    Duration: 3 hours

    Kid-friendly things to do in United Arab Emirates

    Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark ©
    Water Park
    Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark
    Dubai
    4.2
    Duration: 8 hours
    Buy tickets from $79 »
    Wild Wadi Waterpark
    Water Park
    Wild Wadi Waterpark
    Dubai
    4.2
    Duration: 4 hours
    Buy tickets from $78 »
    Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
    Theme Park
    Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
    Abu Dhabi
    3.8
    Duration: 8 hours
    TEPfactor Dubai ©
    Ride / Activity
    TEPfactor Dubai
    Dubai
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Hidden gems in United Arab Emirates

    Al Montazah Parks ©
    Water Park
    Al Montazah Parks
    Sharjah
    4.5
    Duration: 8 hours
    ©
    Stand-Up Paddleboarding
    Stand-Up Paddleboarding
    Dubai
    5.0
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    The Corniche ©
    Scenic Walking Area
    The Corniche
    Abu Dhabi
    4.2
    Duration: 3h 30 min
    Yas Marina Circuit ©
    Auto Race Track
    Yas Marina Circuit
    Abu Dhabi
    4.6
    Duration: 6 hours

    Museums in United Arab Emirates

    Al Fahidi Fort ©
    History Museum
    Al Fahidi Fort
    Dubai
    3.6
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Louvre Abu Dhabi ©
    Art Museum
    Louvre Abu Dhabi
    Abu Dhabi
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum ©
    Specialty Museum
    Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum
    Al Ain
    4.4
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Mleiha Archaeological Centre ©
    History Museum
    Mleiha Archaeological Centre
    Sharjah
    4.6
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Shopping in United Arab Emirates

    Dubai Spice Souk ©
    Flea Market
    Dubai Spice Souk
    Dubai
    2.9
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Souk Madinat Jumeirah ©
    Shopping Mall
    Souk Madinat Jumeirah
    Dubai
    4.3
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Dubai Gold Souk ©
    Gift & Specialty Shop
    Dubai Gold Souk
    Dubai
    3.3
    Duration: 30 minutes
    Ibn Battuta Mall ©
    Shopping Mall
    Ibn Battuta Mall
    Dubai
    4.3
    Duration: 1 hour

    Theme Parks in United Arab Emirates

    Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi ©
    Water Park
    Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi
    Abu Dhabi
    4.3
    Duration: 8 hours
    Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi ©
    Theme Park
    Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
    Abu Dhabi
    4.3
    Duration: 8 hours
    Splash n Party ©
    Water Park
    Splash n Party
    Dubai
    4.4
    Duration: 8 hours
    Buy tickets from $31 »
    IMG Worlds of Adventure ©
    Theme Park
    IMG Worlds of Adventure
    Dubai
    3.5
    Duration: 8 hours
    Buy tickets from $67 »

    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
    Brainscape Games ©
    Room Escape Game
    Brainscape Games
    Dubai
    4.7
    Duration: 1h 30 min

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