What to do in Dubai

Activities, attractions and tours
Burj Khalifa which includes night scenes, modern architecture and a high-rise building

Dubai Tourist Attractions & Activities

If you’ve always been intrigued by sparkly things and tall buildings, a holiday to Dubai will fulfill all of your dreams. Not only is this city in the United Arab Emirates home to the world’s tallest building, but it’s dripping in luxury around every turn. Upscale shopping malls, man-made palm islands, and extravagant restaurants dot the city landscape. Interesting architecture fills the skyline wherever you look and a dazzling waterfront provides opportunities for jet skiing and sailing. Find great Dubai deals right here on Expedia.com.au, and your spectacular sojourn is off to a good start.

Things to Do in Dubai

Dubai prides itself on its opulence, which is evident everywhere you go. Begin your adventures with a trip to the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. From the observation deck, hundreds of stories up, you can spot all the top Dubai tourist attractions or watch a stunning sunset. Once you’re back at street level, make your way to the Wild Wadi Water Park and sail down elaborate slides like a kid at heart. Even though Dubai is a warm-climate destination, you can even go downhill skiing in the city. A massive indoor ski complex lets you careen down packed powder as if you’re in the Alps.

Some of the best places to visit in Dubai are located away from the buzzing downtown area. Head out to the desert and you can zip across sand dunes in a buggy or take a once-in-a-lifetime camel ride. Conclude your day in the desert with a magical dinner under the stars. While Dubai is known for modern attractions and oversized hotels, you can also seek out culture here. Visit the Grand Mosque and admire its architecture, or make your way to the Saeed Al Maktoum House and learn about this historic building that was once home to the ruler of Dubai.

Book your Dubai holiday on Expedia.com.au today, and soon you’ll be landing in the City of Gold with a smile on your face. You can play a round of 18 holes at the Dubai Creek golf course and make some finned friends at the Dubai Dolphinarium. No matter your travel speed, you and your group will never run out of things to do. Booking on Expedia.com.au is easy, and you can add airfares and a hotel in just a few minutes. Don’t delay—kick off your Dubai plans by booking awesome activities right now!




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Aquaventure showing rides and a water park

Palm Jumeirah

Travellers love Palm Jumeirah for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Dubai by jumping on the metro at Nakheel Mall Station or The Pointe Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nakheel Mall and Aquaventure.

Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Mall which includes shopping and interior views

Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and KidZania are top sights in Downtown Dubai, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station or Dubai Trolley Station 2 Tram Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Dubai
Dubai Marina featuring a marina, a city and skyline

Dubai Marina

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dubai Marina. Check out top attractions like Marina Beach and Dubai Marina Mall, and jump on the metro at Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 Tram Stop or Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 Tram Station to see more of the city.

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Jumeirah Beach Residence

A bustling marina amazing beaches and top sights from Marina Beach to The Walk – discover Jumeirah Beach Residence, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Jumeirah Beach Residence
Gold Souk which includes cbd, signage and a city

Deira

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Deira. Check out top attractions like Gold Souk and Palm Islands, and jump on the metro at Abu Baker Al Siddique Station or Salah Al Din Station to see more of the city.

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Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Dubai Water Canal and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.

Business Bay

Day trip destinations from Dubai