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Travel Guide of Downtown Dubai in United Arab Emirates by Influencers and Travelers


Downtown Dubai, previously known as Downtown Burj Dubai, is a large-scale, mixed-use complex under development in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the home of some of the city's largest landmarks including Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Dubai Fountain.


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1 - Burj Park

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2 - At The Top Burj Khalifa

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3 - Tours & Sightseeing | Dubai Desert Safari

Wrap your retinas around the real Dubai on this sandy Arabian desert experience and Bedouin camel farm visit! First up, you'll bump across the sun-kissed sand dunes in a 4x4 on the way to a magical Bedouin camp. The sandy excursion continues as your Bedouin hosts welcome you in, sit you down for a lavish Arabian feast under the starry skies, and tantalize your eyes with some belly dancing. There's also the option of sand-boarding, henna painting, camel rides and shisha!

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4 - Asado Restaurant

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5 - Dubai

Dubai is the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates and the capital of the Emirate of Dubai. Located in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula on the coast of the Persian Gulf, Dubai aims to be the business hub of Western Asia.

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6 - Dolphin & Whale Watching | Dubai

Explore the animal world at Dubai Dolphinarium. Check out captivating dolphin and seal performances and enhance your experience by picking a VIP option or one that includes an exotic bird show.

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7 - Burj Khalifa

The Burj Khalifa, known as the Burj Dubai prior to its inauguration in 2010, is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With a total height of 829.8 m and a roof height of 828 m, the Burj Khalifa has been the tallest structure and building in the world since its topping out in 2009.

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8 - The Dubai Fountain

The Dubai Fountain is a choreographed fountain system located on the 12 hectare manmade Burj Khalifa Lake, at the center of the Downtown Dubai development in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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9 - Morning | Dubai Desert Safari

Check off two Dubai must-dos without having to book separate tours or organize transport with this full-day combo. Take a morning city tour around sights and enjoy an afternoon-and-evening desert adventure with a dune bash, sunset dinner, entertainment, and more. Enjoy a perfect introduction to the glamorous city of Dubai on a comprehensive tour that covers all the popular Dubai attractions! Take a drive around the city and see the places of Old Dubai and New Dubai! Dubai is famous for its desert safaris and no Dubai tour is complete without quality time spent at a desert camp! Embark on a heady drive over the sand dunes in Toyota Land Cruiser, driven by an expert driver. Enjoy a taste of traditional Arabia with a sumptuous barbecue dinner, live belly dancing, lots of fun activities and sand dune bashing!

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10 - The Dubai Mall

The Dubai Mall is a shopping mall in Dubai. It is the largest mall in the world by total land area, and the 26th-largest shopping mall in the world by gross leasable area, tying with West Edmonton Mall and Fashion Island —both of which are older than it.

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11 - Safa Park

Safa Park is a 64 hectare urban park located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is 10.53 km southwest of the traditional center of Dubai along Sheikh Zayed Road. The park is bordered by Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Wasl Road, Al Hadiqa Street, and 55th Street. There was some demolition here many years ago.

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12 - Sightseeing | Dubai

Book a horse riding experience in Dubai and discover the beauty of Arabian horses at Al Salah Studs. Learn about the horses and their bloodlines during your ride and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

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13 - Level 43 Sky Lounge

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14 - Jumeirah

Jumeirah is a coastal residential area of Dubai, United Arab Emirates mainly comprising low rise private dwellings and hotel developments.

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15 - Surfing | Dubai Watersports

Savor the serenity of paddleboarding in the dazzling city of Dubai! This unique waterborne adventure offers a refreshing twist to the usual hustle and bustle of this luxurious metropolis. Imagine gliding atop the tranquil waters of the Arabian Gulf for a blissful hour, far removed from the city's ever-present energy. It's a captivating experience that effortlessly blends the thrill of water sports with the calm of the open sea. Don't just imagine it, book this ticket and create a memory to cherish!

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16 - Etihad Museum

The Etiade Museum, historically called the Union House, is a museum in Dubai that collects, preserves, and displays the heritage of the United Arab Emirates in the areas of social, political, cultural, scientific, and military history.

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17 - Zabeel Park

   6 km away

Zabeel Park is an urban public park located in the Zabeel district of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is bounded by Sheikh Rashid Road to the north, the Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Road to the northwest, while the Sheikh Zayed Road cuts through the south.

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18 - Jumeirah Mosque

   6 km away

Jumeirah Mosque is a mosque in Dubai, Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Construction began in 1976; the mosque is built in traditional Fatimid style which originated from Syria and Egypt.

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19 - Dubai Frame

   7 km away

The Dubai Frame is an architectural landmark in Zabeel Park, Dubai. It has been described by The Guardian newspaper as "the biggest picture frame on the planet, ” however is also controversial as the "biggest stolen building of all time.”

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20 - Dubai Museum

   9 km away

Dubai Museum is the main museum in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is located in the Al Fahidi Fort, built in 1787 and is the oldest existing building in Dubai.

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21 - Madinat Jumeirah

   10 km away

Madinat Jumeirah the Arabian Resort - Dubai is a 5 star resort in Dubai. It is the largest resort in the Emirate, spreading across over 40 hectares of landscapes and gardens. It is designed to resemble a traditional Arabian town.

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22 - Dubai Creek

   10 km away

Dubai Creek is a saltwater creek located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Previously, it extended to Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary but as part of the new Dubai canal it extends through to the Persian Gulf.

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23 - Mall of the Emirates

   10 km away

Mall of the Emirates is a shopping mall in Dubai. Developed and owned by Majid Al Futtaim Properties, it opened in November 2005 and is located at interchange four on Sheikh Zayed road.

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24 - Ski Dubai

   10 km away

Ski Dubai is an indoor ski resort with 22,500 square meters of indoor ski area. The park maintains a temperature of -1 degree to 2 degrees Celsius throughout the year.

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25 - Safari Dubai

   10 km away

Dubai Safari Park is an eco-friendly safari park located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The park's major source of energy is solar energy. The Park is located on Al Warqa 5 on the Hatta Road. The park has 2,500 animals from more than 250 species. The park replaced the Dubai Zoo on its 50th anniversary. The park plans to increase the animal number to 5000 by 2020. On May 15, 2018, the Park closed for renovations and improvements and remained closed for the next nine months.

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