Dubai is a destination that has fascinated so many travellers around the world for decades, with the city’s extraordinary tropical beaches, towering skyscrapers, and rich cultural history. Dubai has remained a popular choice of destination for many worldwide. We have shortlisted the best things to do whilst on holiday in Dubai in 2023.

1. Climb the Burj Khalifa

Renowned for being the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa is set at a staggering height of 828 metres high, providing an extraordinary view of the incredible skyline. High-focus telescopes are available at the observation platform to get a closer look of the cities in landmark. Reaching the top of the Burji Khalifa is the ideal photograph opportunity, memorialising your visit to the incredible city of Dubai.

2. The Dubai Fountain

An incredible must see during your time in Dubai, the fountain is choreographed to music and shoots water as high as 500 feet high an impressive feat. The performances occur daily on the 30-acre Burj Khalifa Lake. A 4-minute walk from the Burj Khalifa, the fountain is an impressive attraction to witness during your stay in Dubai.

3. Atlantis Aqua venture Waterpark 

Take the family to the world’s largest waterpark, get ready to enjoy the 105 slides, attractions, and experiences. The waterpark features three action-packed towers, the world’s largest kids only waterpark experience. Young families can enjoy the safety of Splashers Kid’s play area, observe the dolphins, sea lions, sharks, and stingrays in the animal sanctuary. There’s something for everyone at the Atlantis Aqua venture Waterpark, from record breaking waterslides to over 2 km of River rapids.

4. Mall of the Emirates

The world’s first shopping resort known as the Mall of the Emirates hosts a mix of luxury labels and midscale brands. It’s also home to a range of hotels, restaurants and theatres for visitors to choose from and enjoy Open until 10pm, guests can spend several hours browsing the many brands available and sample the food at any of the Mall of the Emirates restaurants. Finish the evening with watching a performance at any of the popular theatres at the mall.

5. Dubai Frame 

The latest popular Dubai landmark, the Dubai Frame is an impressive structure, offering views of traditional and contemporary Dubai. The Dubai Frame was launched in January 2018, striving to celebrate the story of Dubai from its culturally rich past to its inclusion of modern architecture. The Dubai Frame is 150 metres high and 95metres wide, to which buildings representing modern Dubai including Emirates Towers are seen on one side. While from the other side visitors can view older parts of the city including Deira and Karama.

6. Ski Dubai

Situated inside the Dubai Mall of the Emirates, Ski Dubai is the world’s third largest indoor ski slope and the first to open in the Middle East. Hop on the chair lift to get dropped off at the top to begin skiing, if it’s your first-time skiing then book a training session with any of the qualified instructors available. For experienced skiers there are ramps featured at the dedicated freestyle zone, meet the Snow Penguins in an up close and personal one-of-a-kind intimate encounter that everyone would enjoy.

Dubai offers a plethora of sights and activities to take part in during your trip, it remains a popular destination for many. At e-Travel we offer competitively priced flights to many incredible destinations around the world including Dubai. 

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