Al Fahidi Heritage & Creek Abra
Wander through 19th-century wind-tower courtyards and take a traditional wooden abra boat across Dubai Creek.
Places to visit
Attractions, beaches, museums and days out with their coordinates, addresses and descriptions — from the same national record the map runs on.
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Wander through 19th-century wind-tower courtyards and take a traditional wooden abra boat across Dubai Creek.
Iconic sail-shaped landmark hotel on a private man-made island symbolizing modern Dubai opulence.
The legendary British ocean liner transformed into a floating luxury hotel, museum and dining destination in Port Rashid.
Architectural wonder adorned with Arabic calligraphy exploring futuristic innovation and space exploration.
Vibrant beach hub for kitesurfing, beach volleyball, Salt food trucks, and views of Dubai skyline.
Pristine white sand beach offering postcard views of Burj Al Arab, sunset swimming, and beachside jogging.
The world's largest dancing fountain system shooting water 150m into the air set to classical and Arabic music.
Venture deep into red dunes on 4x4 land cruisers, falconry shows, camel rides and starlight BBQ dinner.
The world's tallest skyscraper standing at 828m with observation decks over Arabian Gulf.
A protected lagoon inside the city where flamingos feed at close range from hides.
Upscale resort on a polo estate with sleek quarters, sophisticated dining & an outdoor pool.
Seasonal flower gardens laid out in sculpted arches and figures, open in the cooler months.
A 150-metre picture frame linking the old city on one side with the new on the other.
The story of Dubai Creek and the city that grew along it, in restored waterfront houses.
A Moroccan hammam and open-air treatment village across the waterways of Madinat Jumeirah.
A wind-tower house in Al Fahidi where Emirati custom is explained over a shared meal, questions included.
Open sacks of saffron, frankincense and dried hibiscus in the alleys beside the Deira creek wharfs.
Deira's covered gold market: a wooden-roofed lane of jewellery windows, and the trade the creek grew around.
Desert resort featuring luxe suites with private pools, plus free breakfast, 2 restaurants & a spa.
Huge shopping and leisure centre, with department stores, plus an ice rink, aquarium and a cinema.
A popular picnic destination, this dam with scenic mountain views features a big lake for kayaking.
Upmarket resort complex with hotels, a modern souk, restaurants & bars, plus a private beach.
Artificial, palm tree–shaped island featuring high-end hotels & apartment towers, plus beach clubs.
