Dubai
2021/01/03
Sophisticated skyscrapers, luxurious shopping malls and diverse miracles of nature in the middle of the desert are really Instagram worthy places in Dubai. Why not start the excellent trip with top Instagram spots right now? A little party never killed nobody, as you know.
Burj Khalifa is the most popular destination in Dubai and it is that place, which is impossible to forget right after the first visit. The majestic building attracts you and catches your breath. Watching sunset or sunrise from the platform on the 124th floor – is a moment which you will recall then pretty often.
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There are several ways to get to the place. We can talk about subway and car among the most used means of transport in Dubai. You can use the red metro line that stops at the Dubai Mall metro station or rent a car at Renty. In the first case you will need to walk around 15 minutes after subway to reach the destination, in the second case you can go any time when it is comfortable for you.
In general there is no huge different when it would be better to go. If you want to see an amazing sunrise, hit the road in the morning. If you prefer sunsets, evening will be the best time for you. Burj Khalifa is opened from 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM every day.
Don’t forget to take your camera to take amazing photos for Instagram and money. Entrance tickets vary from 149 to 533 AED – from 40 to 145 USD.
Dubai Mall is about style, amusement and splendor. All shops which you can only imagine, all restaurants about which you dreamed, all boutiques which you have seen in the movies can be found there. Inside it, there are more than 1200 shops. Dubai Aquarium which is also one of the most famous tourist places in Dubai is located inside the mall on the ground floor.
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You can get there in two ways – on the public transport using the subway red line and walk around 12-15 minutes then or use Renty car rentals in Dubai to have enough place for everything that you will buy, cause how to live Dubai Mall without a purchase?
Dubai Mall is opened from 10 AM to midnight every day. In the evening there are big crowds of people as a rule. If you prefer a calm atmosphere, it is better to go right after the opening.
Don’t take a lot of things with you, it is not a simple task to carry all the purchases after visiting the Mall. What do you need for sure is a wallet and free hands. Prices in the shops differ and everything depends on the exact shop.
Burj Park by Emaar is a modern and unique park, analogies for what you can hardly find somewhere in the world. Modern constructions are combined with pure nature and spacious streets. The best idea is to combine visiting the Burj Park by Emaar with the Burj Khalifa or the Dubai Mall because all of them are within walking distance from each other.
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You can get by public transport, hired car or taxi as well. The park is located very close to the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall.
The park is opened every day from 9 AM to 10 PM. In the morning sun usually shines bright and it can be hot enough. In the evening the weather is more pleasant for a long walk.
The only thing which you need to remember is that making photos and videos on your camera is forbidden, only a phone can be used for this purpose. So, take your phone, wear comfortable shoes and let’s go! The entrance is free.
It is the world's largest natural flower garden, sprawling over an area of about 72,000 square meters. 150 million flowers arranged in colorful arches is that attraction that is difficult to forget.
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The park is located at Al Barsha South 3. It is a very beautiful historical area not far from the center city. You can get there by public transport and car.
The best time to visit Miracle Garden is early spring or early summer. At that time the most diverse flowers and exhibitions can be seen in the garden. The total amount of plants and flowers starts from 100,000 items and their total weight is almost 35tons, can you imagine? The park is opened from 09:00 am to 09:00 pm on weekdays and from 09:00 am to 11:00 pm on weekends.
The entrance ticket costs 30 USD, don’t forget to take a great mood and your phone to make some masterpieces.
Camel Racing is a main component of the UAE heritage and culture and it is worth seeing. Performance is held in Tara, Tara is located in the heart of the Western downs just 300km west of Brisbane.
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The best solution, in this case, is to rent a car at Renty and come there for the weekend to have the opportunity to see all the miracles of the desert and to enjoy the festival much.
The events are held between October and April. In October temperature is colder a little, in April it becomes warmer and warmer, so, everything depends on your weather preferences.
The Camel Racing Festival is free and open to the public, and celebrates a sport that has deep cultural roots in the region. It takes three days and visitors can experience a unique blend of multi-cultural entertainment. The only thing which you need to take is a rented car.
Bring along your binoculars to spot magnificent migratory and residents birds displaying a dazzling assortment of colors, sizes, shapes and behaviors. Ras al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is a part of wild nature in a big city. Unique birds and animals will catch your eye for a long time.
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The location is far enough from the center, the most comfortable way to get to the place is to take a taxi or rent a car.
The location is opened every day from 7.30 AM to 5.30 PM. The most comfortable time to go is the early morning right after the opening. At that time you can see the biggest amount of birds and enjoy the weather.
The entrance is free, you need to take just a car to get to the place and your camera for magnificent photos.
Al Quadra is a man-made wonder in the desert. It is good for a romantic evening with your soul mate or for a night camping with friends. It is one of the most elegant and amazing destinations in Dubai. The perfect spot for beginners, Al Qudra Lakes is a romantic camping site where you can set up your tent and enjoy the sight of lush greenery around you.
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Located in the outskirts of Dubai, Al Qudra Lake is in the middle of the Seih Al Salam desert and Bab Al Shams. The only possible way to get to the place is getting by car.
Al Quadra is opened 24 hours and 7 days a week. The best time to go – is early morning before the sunrise. You will never forget these views.
Going there, remember that you need to take some food with you for a picnic and a tent if you plan to stay for the night. Also, think in advance about such details as a flashlight and enough amount of patrol in your car.
The construction of the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood dates back to the 1890s. The town of Al Bastakiya was primarily built by immigrants from the city of Bastak, Persia who left their native homeland due to ongoing religious persecution, as well as tax breaks and incentives offered by the Emerati government. It is the place, where the history of the whole country begins.
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The place is located not far from the city center, public transport is available in this area as well as a car or a taxi.
The spot is opened 24 hours and you can go anytime when it is comfortable for you. The best time to go for the biggest part of the attraction in Dubai is the early morning until it is boiling hot.
The entrance is free, just take your camera and go! Please, remember about water. It is a very good idea to have a bottle of water with you in any situation.
Travel back in time to an era of citadels, forts and towers in the mountain town of Hatta, dating back several centuries. Located nearly 130km south-east of central Dubai, Hatta’s craggy mountain cliffs, scattered springs and lush valleys offer a stark contrast to the glassy facades of the city. Lakes with transparent water and great mountains – what can be better?
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The place is located outside the town, you need to drive around 2 hours to get there, a car is the only possible way.
It is better to go before sunrise. The way takes around 2 hours and you need to get to the place early in the morning if you want to see something really unique. In the afternoon it is too hot to stay there and it is dangerous to stay in the mountains at night.
The entrance is free, but you go out of the city, take enough food and water. Don’t forget about sunglasses and comfortable shoes.
Camel Museum is one of the most visited museums in Dubai. Everything you wanted to know about the camels and even more could be seen here. Moreover, from the 1940s, Camel Museum has been giving shelter to the very rare species on earth. It is a place, where you can touch history. And make a lot of stunning photos, of course.
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It is at a place which is located about 15 minutes’ drive away from Dubai city, that’s why the best solution is to visit The Museum and Al Fahidi Historical District at the same time.
The museum is opened from 8 AM to 2 PM from Sunday to Thursday. Choose a comfortable time-lapse and go!
Entrance to the museum is free, just not forget to take your camera and a good company. With friends you will discuss everything you have seen there and make wonderful photos!
La Mer, located between Pearl Jumeira and Jumeira Bay, attracts not only tourists every year, but a lot of locals as well. A panoramic view on the city and Arabian Gulf will always be in your heart when you see it. Picturesque piers, old boats and mysterious atmosphere – things which tell you that love to the sea is everywhere here. La Mer will delight you with an abundance of restaurants and cafes: there is a huge selection of very delicious food.
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The location is not far from the city center, you can get there by public transport, car or taxi.
Shops are opened from 10:00 am to10:00 pm from Sunday to Wednesday and from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm from Thursday to Saturday. As a rule in the morning streets and shops are not so crowded.
Prices in the shops differ, what you need to take for sure is a good mood and have enough space in the car to put everything that you will buy.
Bluewaters Island is a new man-made island located opposite Dubai Marina. The island's territory is divided into five zones: residential, retail, entertainment, hotel and beach zone. In the central part there is the world's tallest Ferris wheel - Ain Dubai, and in the shopping and entertainment area you can find more than 200 shops, restaurants and cafes to any taste. To get to the place is very easy – there is a 300-meter pedestrian bridge that connects Jumeirah Beach Residence and the island.
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You can get to the Jumeirah Beach Residence by subway, taxi or car.
Shops are opened from 10:00 am to10:00 pm as a rule, choose a comfortable time to go and start your trip!
The only thing which you need to take is your phone, are you ready to make thousands of great photos?
Jumeirah Beach Residence is a 1.7 kilometers (1.1 mi) long area located against the Persian Gulf in Dubai Marina. Views that can be found there you can hardly forget then. A stunning waterfront complex is divided into several areas and offers a resort lifestyle, eccentric nightlife, excellent places for Instagram photos and delightful shopping. Why not start our trip right now?
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The place is located not far from the city center and there are several ways to get there. To my mind, a car or taxi are the most comfortable approaches.
Beaches and the seaside are opened 24 hours, if you prefer sunrises, you need to go in the morning, if you are a night bird, hit the road before sunset.
Take enough water and a swimming suit, it will come in handy for sure!
If you like to walk through an urban street bustling with excitement and entertainment, you need to go to the Riverland for sure. Riverland Dubai is a beautiful promenade with shops, cafes and restaurants along a man-made river, located among several theme parks at Dubai Parks and Resorts. A walk near the river is a real journey in time, 4 eras of different parts of the world have been recreated here through architecture and environment. Each of them is unique and has its own name - French Village, Promenade, India Gate and Peninsula. The central and the busiest part of the Riverland is the Peninsula, the buildings of which are designed in the 19th-century style. The Promenade Zone will take visitors back to America's 1950s, with bustling streets. The gateway to India is designed with themed sculptures.
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You can get to the Riverland by public transport, car or taxi. Taxi or car is preferable – you will walk a lot and then shopping is always a good idea, isn’t it?
To my mind, the best time to go is before the afternoon. To see the sunrise in such a place, what can be better?
Comfortable shoes are mandatory in this case – you will walk a lot. Be ready for this adventure!
Come to Dubai and miss a famous water show, can you imagine such thing? I can’t imagine that and now I will tell you why. The Dubai Fountain is the world's largest choreographed fountain system, at the center of Downtown Dubai. It is located on the manmade Burj Khalifa Lake, at the center of Downtown Dubai. Illuminated by 6,600 lights and 50 colored projectors, The Dubai Fountain shines more than the brightest stars in the sky. Magnificent and impressive, huge and amazing, well-known all around the world and breathtaking – a Dubai unique attraction that makes you believe in miracles again.
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The attraction is located close to The Dubai Mall, right in the heart of the city. Public transport, car, taxi are available to get there.
Of course, the best time to go and enjoy it is a late evening when the show starts. You can watch the show every half hour in the evenings, from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
The show is free for visitors, don’t forget to take your camera and have memories in your phone then!
Dubai is a great example of man-made majesty and city, in which you fall in love right after your plain comes to the airport. Let’s go and check!