Dubai tourism has gained popularity in the last decade. And why shouldn’t it? With its countless activities and world-class experiences, it is not surprising that people want to visit the City of Gold.

If you are planning a trip to Dubai, and are wondering what 5 unique experiences you should be a part of, then this Dubai tourism guide is written for you!

Below are five of the most rousing experiences that Dubai has to offer. From adventurous activities to retail therapy, we have covered everything to ensure that all sorts of voyagers have a great time when visiting this city of superlatives!

So, are you ready to dive in?

5 Best Experiences that You Cannot Miss the Boat on When Visiting Dubai


Gawk at the Burj Khalifa

The world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai is a charmer. If Dubai tourism was a pageant, then Burj Khalifa would be the showstopper.

At a height of 828m, this mammoth is a vision whether you visit during the day or at night. The 360-degree view of the city from atop the Burj Khalifa is a jaw dropping sight, which makes it one of the best places to visit in Dubai.

Our recommendation would be visiting the Burj Khalifa an hour before sunset to catch the magnificent sight of the sky turning into a rich gold, then auburn, and finally blue. Once the sun sets, descend and watch the Burj Khalifa get lit up by a thousand lights.

Go on a zip line across Dubai Marina

Dubai tourism offers a number of extraordinary experiences to its travellers. One such unique experience is zip lining through Dubai Marina. 

Imagine zooming through some of the tallest buildings in the world with a fountain below you. We are sure you are already feeling the thrill. Xline offers the world’s longest urban zip line in Dubai magnifying the excitement by several notches.

This expansive one-kilometre zip line to Dubai Marina Mall from Amwaj Tower is definitely one of the things to do in Dubai to make the most of your visit.

Gawk at the Burj Khalifa Go on a zip line across Dubai Marina

Experience skydiving like never before

Dubai tourism has a plethora of activities for the adventurers! From zip lining to diving, take part in all these things to do in Dubai during your next visit.

Skydiving in Dubai is an unparalleled experience. Soar at a height of 13000 feet and watch the glorious Palm Jumeirah Island sparkle below you. You will be accompanied by instructors, so there is nothing to worry about. If you are an experienced diver, then we would recommend that you leave out the tandem experience and go for a free fall instead.

Visit the deserts of Dubai

From sand-boarding and jeep safari to dune bashing, there is so much to do in the deserts of Dubai.

If you are holidaying in Dubai with your family, and are looking for some thrilling activities that you can do together, a jeep safari would be the ideal entertainment. But if this is your vacation with friends, then we recommend signing up for some dune bashing or cycling through the sands on a fat bike.

For those visiting Dubai with their lover, we would suggest a hot air balloon ride through the sky with the caramel desert below you.

Visit the deserts of Dubai Shop ‘til you drop!

Shop ‘til you drop!

Dubai is peppered with some of the best and largest malls in the world. As you can guess, this really adds several stars to Dubai tourism. Most of these malls are some of the best places to visit in Dubai. However, one mall that you absolutely should not miss is the Dubai Mall.

Considered one of the biggest in the world, the Dubai Mall is not only a shopper’s paradise but a complete leisure destination. Apart from shopping from your favourite brands, also visit the ice-rink for a few skates and stop over at the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo for an experience that no words can capture.

The mall also houses some of the best restaurants in Dubai where you can relish cuisines from all around the world after a tiring day of shopping and adventures at the mall.

This Dubai tourism guide helps you with the five most unique experiences that you must say yes to when visiting the city. From adventures, shopping experiences, and the best restaurants in Dubai, the Dubai tourism guide covers almost everything.

Let us now take you through a few other important things to keep in mind before planning your trip.

Best time to visit Dubai

Wondering what’s the best time to visit Dubai? You can visit Dubai all through the year except August when it is extraordinarily humid. The months of April and September are considered the best time to plan a trip to the City of Gold.

How to reach Dubai

If you are thinking how to reach Dubai and get started with all the activities, the simplest way to travel would be via air. The Dubai International Airport is considered one of the busiest in the world. As such, it sees a number of flights landing and taking off from different nooks of the world throughout the day.  

Within Dubai, you can easily hit the road in a car or take a bus.

Resorts in Dubai

Dubai is a city brimming with dreams. It is only fitting then that when you visit this place, you stay at Arabian Dreams, Dubai, one of the most gorgeous resorts in Dubai by Club Mahindra.

When staying at Club Mahindra, you are not only booking a place to pitch your tent. You are actually saying yes to a myriad of experiences and activities. From a creek cruise and desert safari to dining at a restaurant in Burj Khalifa overlooking the city, we make sure that your holiday feels like it is straight out of a dream.

So, when can we expect you and your family in Dubai?

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