How to Spend 4 Days in DUBAI | Travel Itinerary
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Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
Historic site · Bur Dubai
About a 10-minute walk from Al Fahidi Metro; go early in the morning to beat the midday heat.
XVA Gallery
Museum · Al Fahidi, Bur Dubai
Free entry, open daily 10am–6pm; the Sikka Art Fair is held here in March.
Arabian Tea House
Cafe · Al Fahidi, Bur Dubai
Try the date cake with a drink; a full meal costs around 10–15 USD.
Deira
Neighborhood · Deira · brief mention
Dubai Gold Souk
Market · Deira
Buy from official shops, not street vendors; jewellery is priced by weight and haggling is expected.
Dubai Creek
Landmark · Deira
An abra crossing is about 30 US cents; a 45-minute cruise is 7 USD, and a private hour-long abra is 33 USD.
Al Dhiyafah Road
Street food · Al Satwa
A hearty meal costs around 10–15 USD; arrive just before sunset to beat the dinner rush.
Burj Khalifa
Landmark · Downtown Dubai
Tickets are about 46 USD; level 148 and the levels 152–154 lounge cost more, and sunset slots are pricier.
Burj Park Island
Park · Downtown Dubai
Bring a wide-angle lens to fit the whole Burj Khalifa in one shot; camera rules have been strict at times.
The Dubai Fountain
Landmark · Downtown Dubai · brief mention
Dubai Miracle Garden
Park · Al Barsha South
Closed mid-May to November; take the 105 bus from Mall of the Emirates Metro station.
Palm Jumeirah
Neighborhood · Palm Jumeirah
Exploring the island is free and open to visitors who are not hotel guests.
Palm Jumeirah Monorail
Activity · Palm Jumeirah
Round trips are about 8.20 USD and an unlimited day pass about 9.50 USD, sold online or at the station.
The Lost Chambers Aquarium
Activity · Palm Jumeirah
Entry is about 31 USD, open 10am–9pm; weekday afternoons are least crowded.
The Pointe
Shopping · Palm Jumeirah
Meals run about 20–50 USD per person; time dinner around the fountain show.
The Dubai Mall
Shopping · Downtown Dubai
Open 10am–11pm Monday–Thursday and until midnight Friday–Sunday; breakfast averages about 15 USD.
Zahr El-Laymoun
Restaurant · Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai
Order the mixed grill platter with tabbouleh; about 25 USD per person.
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Activity · Downtown Dubai
Entrance is on the second floor; entry from 54 USD, with add-on encounters and skip-the-line options.
Dubai Desert Safari
Activity · Dubai Desert
The recommended tour picks up around 2pm by 4x4 to the Lahbab desert; quad biking costs extra.
Jumeirah Mosque
Temple · Jumeirah 1
Guided tours at 10am (not Fridays) cost about 9.50 USD with snacks and coffee; arrive by 9:30 and dress modestly.
Al Fanar Restaurant & Cafe
Restaurant · Jumeirah 1
Try chicken machboos (15 USD), luqaimat (8 USD), cardamom bread pudding (7 USD) and karak tea (3 USD).
Etihad Museum
Museum · Jumeirah 1
About 6.80 USD, open 10am–8pm, tours at noon and 5pm; allow 2–3 hours, and the cafe is a hidden gem.
Dubai Creek Harbour
Neighborhood · Ras Al Khor
No direct public transport, so take a taxi; arrive by sunset for the views.
Dubai Marina
Neighborhood · Dubai Marina
Reach it via the red line to Dubai Marina station; book restaurant tables ahead.
