The 10 best things to do in Dubai
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Prepare to be astounded by the top attractions in Dubai, where visitors will be tempted by something new every time they arrive. Copy link. twitter. facebook. whatsapp. email. Prepare to be overwhelmed with superlatives while in Dubai – an emirate defined by its ability to evolve and astound. Even regular visitors will be tempted by something new every time they arrive – a record-breaking museum perhaps, or maybe an entire hipster neighbourhood that seemingly sprang up overnight. So, tick the must-dos off your list – attempting to squeeze all 2,722 feet (828 metres) of the Burj Khalifa into one photograph and sailing a traditional abra (wooden boat) across Dubai Creek, for example – but don’t ever think you’ve done Dubai, because Dubai is always on a mission to outdo itself. Here are the best things to do in Dubai.
For further Dubai inspiration, see our guides to the city's best hotels, restaurants, shopping, nightlife and family-friendly things to do. Dubai's souks are best explored on a guided walking tour and the most locally renowned of them are hosted by Frying Pan Adventures. Founder Arva Saleem Ahmed and her growing team curate culinary walks peppered with Arabian, Indian and Iranian food tastings, while covering the 'Old Dubai' essentials of being ferried across Dubai Creek on a cheap-as-chips abra, shopping at the spice and textile souks and exploring the historic Al Fahidi neighbourhood. The 'Dubai Souks and Creekside Food Walk' lasts around four hours and is the most comprehensive tour offered.
