Introduction to Dubai’s main tourist attractions

Speaking of Dubai, people will think of oil and gold. It is one of the richest regions in the world. It has developed rapidly, from a small desert city to a global trade and tourism metropolis in just 30 years. Dubai, like other emirates in the United Arab Emirates, started with oil. When other emirates were worried about the exhaustion of oil resources sooner or later, Dubai had already set its sights on developing tourism.

Dubai’s many iconic tourism products demonstrate the luxury of this place. Burj Al Arab - known as a seven-star hotel in the world, many people know that Dubai started with Burj Al Arab; Burj Khalifa - the world's tallest building, the observation deck on the tower is the closest place for people to contact the clouds; Dubai Mall - here It has the most complete range of luxury brands in the world; however, Dubai’s luxury and cultural characteristics are far more than these...

Recommended attractions: Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai Mall As well as musical fountains, Gold Souk Spice Street, Aquarium and Water Park, Dubai Museum, Dubai Heritage Village, Dubai Creek, etc.

Classic tours: night sea cruise, tower ticket, desert safari, ski ticket, IMG Adventure Park, Dubai Park, helicopter high-altitude tour, seaplane sightseeing, yacht sightseeing/fishing...

Introduction to the main tourist attractions in Dubai

1. Burj Khalifa/Burj Khalifa

Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world and one of the landmarks of Dubai. It is 828 meters high and has 162 floors. You can take the world's fastest sightseeing elevator to climb the tower from the bottom in 60 seconds. From the observation deck on the 124th floor, you can have a bird's eye view of the entire Dubai, including the Palm Island, Burj Al Arab Hotel, etc., which is quite spectacular. There are hotels, restaurants, luxury apartments, office spaces, etc. inside the Burj Khalifa. Most tourists will take the world's fastest sightseeing elevator to the 124th floor observation deck (it only takes 60 seconds).

The best time to climb the tower is at sunset. At this time, you can see Dubai in two different styles, day and night.

Observation Deck - As soon as the elevators open, you will be amazed at the scenery in front of you. The 360-degree glass curtain wall in front of you presents a 360-degree all-round unobstructed view. Here you can have a bird's eye view of Dubai, the Persian Gulf, and the surrounding desert. The Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab and the World Island under construction are all in full view. Looking up at the sky, clouds seem to be passing over your head. Here you can fully experience the myth and luxury of the city of Dubai.

Tickets for Burj Khalifa: The observation deck*** consists of two parts. One part is fully enclosed indoors. Visitors can travel around and experience the feeling of time travel through special telescopes. Not only can they watch To close-ups, you can also taste the past and the future. There are local souvenir boutiques selling clothing, hats, keychains, Burj Khalifa models and various decorative accessories.

The other part is the open-air balcony, which is surrounded by 5-meter-high glass and has an opening 1.6 meters from the ground. Visitors can freely take pictures of the city panorama here, and can also breathe freely 450 meters away. High altitude air. If you come to the observation deck at sunset, you can slowly experience the beauty of the sky changing between day and night, the sun setting in the west, and the lanterns coming up. After visiting, take the elevator back to the ground floor. After exiting the Burj Khalifa, you can watch the world's largest wonderful and dreamy musical fountain on the artificial lake in front of the Burj Khalifa. The fountain can reach a maximum height of 150 meters, which is equivalent to the height of a 50-story building. .

2. Burj Al Arab Hotel

The hotel with its unique sailboat shape is a landmark building in Dubai and the only seven-star hotel in the world. It is extremely luxurious and every suite is All offer panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf. The hotel has Al Mahara seafood restaurant, with excellent environment and service, as if you are in an underwater aquarium. AL MUNTAHA Restaurant is located on the top floor of the Burj Al Arab Hotel and is known as the "Sky Restaurant". Here you can watch the dazzling light of Dubai. While feeling the wonderful scenery, you can enjoy luxurious and sumptuous dishes with a panoramic view of the Arabian Gulf.

The hotel is located on an artificial island extending 280 meters into the Arabian Gulf. It looks like a sail fluttering in the wind and is the most luxurious representative of the UAE. Its interiors are luxuriously furnished and dazzling. Each suite offers panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf. It is decorated with warm tones and gorgeous fabrics, and has a spacious dining area that can accommodate 4 to 6 people. The interior products are all from the world's top luxury brands. The hotel provides 24-hour butler service to meet guests' various needs. Concierge and transportation services are also available, and it has a private beach equipped with parasols and comfortable sun loungers.

The hotel features a full-service spa and 8 restaurants and bars. Two of the most well-known restaurants, Al Mahara is located under the sea and Skyview Bar is located in the sky. Al Mahara Seafood Restaurant serves seafood specialties and features oversized glass walls with views of the aquarium. The Sky View Bar is located 200 meters above sea level, with an excellent view overlooking the entire Persian Gulf and the Palm Island not far away.

Special reminder: Guests staying at the Burj Al Arab Hotel can enter Crazy Wadi Water Park and the private beach of Jumeirah Beach Hotel for free. If you want to visit the hotel but have limited budget and don’t want to stay in the hotel, it is recommended to book a restaurant in the hotel and visit Burj Al Arab for afternoon tea or dinner. The hotel has 8 restaurants and bars, namely: Top-floor bar: Skyview Bar Undersea restaurant: Al Mahara Top-floor suspended restaurant: Al Muntaha Arabic buffet restaurant: Al Iwan Asian buffet restaurant: Junsui Lobby Lounge: Sahn Eddar Poolside restaurant: Bab Al Yam Lounge: Juna Lounge; the above restaurants and hotels can be booked by phone:

1. During the festival, prices will change, mainly based on the official restaurant reservation website price, and the reservation requires you to provide the date and personal information. Please inquire or book again.

2. If the reservation is successful, an official confirmation number and confirmation letter will be generated. With this number, you can go to dine.

3. The above restaurants have dress requirements: business casual. Gentlemen must wear collared shirts, long trousers, stylish jeans and full-top shoes (not sneakers). Ladies are required to wear suits, skirts or casual attire.

3. Palm Jumeirah

It is the largest artificial island in the world and is known as the eighth wonder of the world. There are private apartments, shopping malls, parks, etc., as well as several luxury hotels on the island. The most famous one is the Atlantis Palm Island Hotel in the center of the crescent-shaped embankment. The Atlantis resort hotel cost US$1.5 billion to build. It is located on a palm artificial island in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It covers an area of ??113 acres and has 1,539 rooms. It resembles the architectural decoration style of ancient Persia and Babylon. The biggest feature of the hotel is that there is a giant aquarium in the lobby with 65,000 fish in it. In addition, there is a dolphin pool with more than 20 bottlenose dolphins imported from the Solomon Islands...

The Yate Hotel offers stunning views of the Arabian Gulf, a private beach and water Paradise, aquarium. The hotel has three fine restaurants helmed by Michelin-starred chefs, a nightclub, a spa and fitness center, as well as a large conference center and other facilities. Free WiFi is available throughout the resort.

The Aquaventure Park water park is located in another landmark hotel in Dubai, the Atlantis Hotel on the Palm Island. Atlantis Hotel has created a psychedelic lost underwater world theme, and Aquaventure also continues this essence. The uniquely shaped Poseidon Temple Tower and Neptune Temple Tower are used as entertainment settings to have a close contact with ancient mythology.

4. Dubai Mall

Located next to the world’s tallest Burj Khalifa, it is a landmark building in the center of Dubai New City and has the world’s largest Shopping and entertainment center. In addition to all the shopping and food here, there are also the world's largest aquarium, ice rink, cinema, theme park, etc. The mall has over 1,200 shops and 160 F&B outlets and includes the Dubai Aquarium & Discovery Centre, the world’s largest indoor Gold Souk, Fashion Avenue, Dubai Ice Rink, KidZania, SEGA Republic and a 22-screen cinema The hall’s multiplex cinema and other special places.

The world's largest shopping and entertainment center was grandly opened in November 2008. It covers an area of ??1.1 million square meters, is divided into 4 floors, and houses two of the world's largest department stores. ——Galeries Lafayette and Bloomingdales, as well as more than 1,200 brand stores of different levels including Chloe, Joseph, Mango, Miss Sixty, Oasis, YSL, Salvatore Ferragamo, Dunhill, Hugo Boss, etc.

5. Dubai Musical Fountain

Located on the artificial lake next to the Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa, it is currently the largest and highest musical fountain in the world. There are many magnificent fountain shows performed here every night. You can stop here to watch after visiting the Dubai Mall. There are more than 1,000 changes in the water jets. The fireworks effects and dance movements are expressed through the fountains and accompanied by music. It is quite wonderful and spectacular, and can be said to be truly ever-changing. The fountain can spray up to 150 meters, which is equivalent to the height of a 50-story building.

6. DubaiMall Aquarium

Located in the Dubai Mall, it has the world's largest aquarium. You can admire various rare aquatic creatures here; you can also take a glass-bottom boat. Visit the aquarium for a different experience. This conspicuously huge blue aquarium curtain wall is 51 meters long, 32.88 meters wide and 8 meters high.

With a height of 3 meters and a water output of 10 million liters, it is the largest aquarium in the world and has been listed in the Guinness Book of World Records. If you don't buy a ticket, you can also see about 33,000 species of aquatic life in the aquarium through the 750 mm thick glass window in the mall.

Of course, the aquarium is only part of the aquarium. If you want to have a deeper understanding of this ocean world, it is recommended to buy a ticket to visit. After purchasing the ticket for the Undersea Tunnel, you enter a long undersea tunnel. Walking in the undersea tunnel is like entering a fairy tale world. There are various colorful fish and aquatic animals swimming around and above you.

7. Gold Market

Located in the old city of Dubai, close to the Spice Market, across the river from the Old Bazaar and the Dubai Museum, it is one of the must-visit attractions for tourists and a group tour. A must-see attraction. Entering the gold market, the shop windows on both sides are bright and clean. Under the bright lights, the gold and silver jewelry displayed in the windows will gradually make visitors feel as if they have entered a gold and jewelry museum full of splendor and emerald agate. Wandering through this ancient street and admiring the masterpieces in front of you, you will often be in a state of wonderment involuntarily.

Special reminder:

1. Gold Street has set up electronic notice boards at the entrance to display the real-time gold price of the day.

2. There are many options for purchasing souvenirs for returning home around Spice Street and Gold Street, such as saffron, dates, etc. It is recommended to shop around when purchasing.

8. Dubai Museum

The Dubai Museum is located in Al Fahidi Fort, which is the oldest building in Dubai. You can visit the antique merchant house in the museum and the lively antique market underground. The museum was built in 1787 and was once a military fortress guarding Dubai. Later, an art gallery was added to introduce the history of the Bedouins, the ancestors of the Arabs. There are two ancient cannons at the entrance of the castle. When you walk into Al Fahidi Castle, you will see an antique sailing ship on the high platform. Now it has become a symbol of the museum. In addition, there are several preserved sailing ships and an ancient well in the courtyard. Next to the ancient well are shacks, which were the houses of ancient merchants.

Walking into the merchant's house, the furnishings of the old house were restored. There are beds and halls, and the most eye-catching thing is the air conditioner. The wind tower that is higher than the shed has a cross-shaped air outlet that can bring in wind from all directions. Standing under the air outlet, you can feel the breeze. The underground passage of the Dubai Museum is like entering a time tunnel. The Bedouin world is brought to life here. There is a life-size ancient souq, with life-like blacksmiths, jewelers and tailors. The museum also has Hollywood studio-like scenes: life-size camels, oasis, campfires, etc. Walking out of the underground showroom is the souvenir shop, with a wide variety of souvenirs to choose from.

Special reminder: The exhibits in the museum are accompanied by explanations in multiple languages, so you don’t have to worry too much about language barriers.

9. Dubai Folk Village

Located in the Bastakiya district of the old city, next to the Dubai Museum, it is a good place to learn about Dubai’s past and their ancient folk customs, and it is free and open to the public. Admire various wind towers. When entering the folk village, you can see various old-fashioned adobe houses everywhere, and you can also see various wind towers. These wind towers are the oldest air conditioners in Dubai, and the ventilation effect is very good. Today, these wind towers have become more of a decorative structure, but you can still understand how they worked back then.

Walking in the folk village is like traveling through time and space and returning to Dubai, which was still a small fishing village. Dubai was rich in pearls in the early days. You can see a large number of precious pictures and video materials in the folk village. It records the ordinary life of Dubai people from various aspects such as traditional clothing, lifestyle, folk customs and food. The folk village is not big. In addition to a few old-fashioned buildings, there is also a row of stalls selling souvenirs. Some small handicrafts are very exquisite and beautiful, and the prices are not very expensive. If you are interested, you can stop and have a look.

Jumeirah Mosque is one of the largest and most beautiful mosques in Dubai. It is a prominent landmark in Dubai and a favorite location for photographers to shoot. This mosque located on the beach of Jumeirah Princess is the only mosque in Dubai open to non-Muslims and can be seen on the way to the Burj Al Arab Hotel.

Special Tips:

1. There are dress requirements for entering the mosque. Visitors are not allowed to wear clothes that expose legs, abdomen, or arms. Women must wrap their hair with a headscarf. Mosques There are also free rentals of black robes and headscarves at the entrance.

2. You need to take off your shoes before entering the mosque. Photography is prohibited inside the mosque.

10. Dubai Creek

[Dubai Creek] Dubai Creek is the mother river of Dubai, giving birth to the birth of Dubai. Take a cruise on an ancient wooden mast boat and enjoy the high-rise buildings and the Dome of the Rock on both sides of the strait during the day; visit the colorful night view of Dubai Creek at night. Scenery on both sides of the river: Dubai Creek is about 10 kilometers long, dividing the city of Dubai into two. The southwest side of the river is the emerging Bur Dubai district. The banks of the river are lined with modern high-rise buildings. The glass curtain walls sparkle in the sun. Among them, the tallest building It's the Telecommunications Building.

On the other side is Deira, the old city that symbolizes the history of Dubai, with its traditional wind towers, domed mosques and various dazzling markets. Regular Tour Route If you want to fully appreciate Dubai Creek, it is recommended to take a Dubai Creek cruise. The regular route is to visit the Dubai Museum and the Arabian Historical Buildings, and then take a cruise at the pier to the Gold Market and Spice Market on the other side.

Special reminder: The Night Sea Cruise will sail on the Dubai Sea and the boat will be filled with a variety of Arabic dishes. The most distinctive one is the Arabic flatbread, which is said to be baked in a special oven. It is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and is delicious. On the cruise ship, you can enjoy the brightly lit nights on both sides of the Taiwan Strait, listen to charming Arabic national music, taste local Arabic food, and enjoy magic, dance and other performances. It is sure to leave unforgettable memories for your trip.