7. Dubai Frame
The latest iconic attraction provides visitors with a stunning view of the Dubai Skyline. The Dubai frame sports an award-winning design that perfectly captures the entire skyline in the heart of Dubai. Designed to showcase both the new and old sights in a single frame, this rectangular structure rises up to an unbelievable 150 meters. It basically is the world’s largest frame that is perfect for insta pics!
At the bottom, you can visit the museum and see the growth of Dubai from a fishing village to one of the richest cities in the entire world. The museum uses advanced technology and features an array of exhibits. Once you?re done exploring the museum, take an elevator to the topmost floor and get on the walkway. Revel in the city?s compelling contract of modernity and old-school.
Dubai Frame is open from 9 AM to 7:30 PM. Entry is timed and time slots for entry are available at intervals of 30 minutes. The closest metro station to the Dubai Frame is the Al Jafiliya Station.
Walk up to the world?s largest photo frame and take in the most stunning views of the iconic skyline within a single structure.
8. Dubai Museum
No holiday is complete without learning a bit about the culture and history of the place you are vacationing in.
The Dubai Museum is housed in the Al Fahidi Fort, which is the OLDEST existing building in the city and is a must-visit for a taste of old Dubai.
Built-in 1787, this fort was once a monarch base, a force of defense, a weapons’ arsenal and prison, before being renovated during the reign of Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. In 1971 ? the same year the United Arab Emirates was formed, the fort reopened as Dubai Museum.
Showcasing Dubai?s history and its original heritage, you can get a glimpse of everyday life before the discovery of oil. The galleries recreate historic Arab houses, mosques, souks, date farms, deserts and, marine life.
You can also explore the rich history of pearl-diving in the region, including actual weights and scales used at the time. In fact, items dating as far back as 3000 BC are on show, carefully preserved and cared for to ensure even more longevity.
You will find the Dubai Museum at the southern end of
I think I found my next road trip!
Those aerial tours sound like so much fun to go on!
And I just know the missus would love to see the aquarium.
We’ve been to one before but not as underwater as this one seems to be.
And you know there’s no way on earth anyone is going to pass up hanging out with a dolphin!
Thanks for sharing!
WOW! Dubai looks amaaaaazing!
I have heard a lot about it but only as a place where there are a lot of restrictions!
I would LOOOOve to visit some of these places. The indoor ski slop would blow my mind especially as it is so hot there! Crazy!I wonder how much of that is solar powered?Even Better!
And those gardens look incredible. I can see my family really enjoying a trip there!!
Have you any suggestions where to stay? Think I would prefer a resort to an Airbnb setup.
Hi Liz,
Thanks for the love! I am currently working on a review of a few hotels/resorts in Dubai and should be posted soon. Why dont you sign up for my newsletter and when its ready, you will get notified. By signing up, you also get a free ultimate vacation packing checklist - comes in handy whenever you are traveling.
In the meantime, why dont you consider Lapita Hotel Dubai - its situated right inside Dubai Parks & Resort. Its a fantastic place!
Thanks for such a comprehensive guide on Dubai!
I have not been there before, but looking at your post make me feel like i am going to set it as my next vacation destination. All the photos look stunning and I can’t believe that I haven’t considered visiting Dubai before.
I enjoy night scenery and you really got me at the Global Village. Yea I know it is kind of weird but I am more attracted with the night lights than the dining and entertainment 😀
Surely the theme park is huge! I have never seen 3 theme Parks with 1 water park together at a place!
I really wish I am there now, thanks for your great recommendation!
I have been hearing and reading a lot on Dubai ,how captivating the place is but this post really convinced me and I think I will visit Dubai on my vacation . My family will be very happy to visit such a wonderful place like this . I myself can’t wait to explore all these beautiful places you listed.
Dubai looks like a totally awesome place to explore. But I can’t believe that it costs so much to get into the Burj Khalifa! 54 dollars is a lot for a budget traveler like me. I think it would be totally awesome to be able to say that I’ve been to the tallest building in the world but I don’t think I could swing it for that price.
After reading your article, it seems like Dubai might just be an expensive place in general. Is this true? Or are there things that you can do for a much lower cost? I would love to come visit but I just don’t have a ton of cash to spend.
Hi Mariah,
Dubai has a high standard of living hence things tend to be on the higher side. Even though the cost to go up the Burj Khalifa is $54, its always full and the queue is never ending, so there are people willing to pay it. But I can tell you its worth every cent!
I mentioned things you can do for a lower cost such as Global Village, Dubai Miracle & Butterfly Gardens and the water parks!
This is my city, My Dubai. A small city with a big heart. A foodie’s paradise and heaven for a shopaholic.
Dubai is a place I would definitely like to visit one day. I have heard so much about life in Dubai that I have decided it is one of those places that I am definitely going to visit. From the top 10 things to do in Dubai that you have listed, I think my favorite is the Dubai aquarium tunnel.
God, it is looking so good. How can a place have these sought of awesome places. In fact, I think I am going to do everything you listed on this your list because they are all so amazing. You leave in an awesome place that a lot of people would really love to have an experience of.
Hi Jay,
Yeah, Dubai is really heaven on earth between Oct & March…the weather is great and there are so many things for you and kids to do. Nothing less than a 2-week stay is required to actually experience the city.
Nice Dubai in pill. It is one of the strangest city I ever saw in my life. From one side we have a modern approach, luxury cars, skyscrapers. On the other hand, we can find incredibly poor people who are working almost all day. It is something impossible to forget. Btw. What do you think, is it better to live around Dubai Marina or Deira? As a tourist of course.
Hi Igor,
if you want to see old dubai its deira but if you like the modern fancy stuff its Dubai marina. ATM deira is under alot of renovation so i would suggest Dubai Marina. You can always take the metro to old dubai if you want to visit it for a few hours.
Have you been to dubai before?
Dubai has always been on the list of most travelers and tourist since it’s emergence as a tourist destination in the mid nineties. Millions travel every year and visit these locations mentioned in your article. The fun and excitement never ends in Dubai, the views are breath taking, hostels and accommodation excellent, environment clean and shiny. If you haven’t been to Dubai before now I recommend you give it a shot it would be worth your time and money.
I do live in Dubai also and I will agree with those are best places to visit and enjoy the uniqueness of the Arabian world it always good enjoy the best as you can for the adventures here are endless and so I agree Dubai is one place you can have fun than you might have imagined.
Many people I know have visited Dubai and had many great experiences. I am thinking of going one day and this article is ideal for looking for things to do while on holiday there.
I’m particularly interested in the Aquarium tank and walking through the Dubai Aquarium Tunnel.
I’m also a big fan of water parks so the aqua park is a must!
Brilliant article.
Hi Darren,
My kids love the aquarium visits. We go often and their favorite bit is the tunnel walk.
with the water parks, you are guaranteed a blast and it doesn’t matter which one. They all are good.
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