From museums to art galleries, delightful promenades to underwater excitement, Dubai is a much-loved tourist destination, catering to all age groups and tastes. This Middle East city will dazzle you at every turn.
You can marvel at the brilliant mix of old and new, excellent craftsmanship and architecture, and ultra-modern technologies and innovations. Besides the commonplace shopping and desert, you can create unforgettable experiences with fun and frolic.
Here is a list of the top 8 activities to enjoy to feel young and free in Dubai:
Dubai Marina:
You should include the enriching Yacht Dubai Marina experience in your Dubai trip. Apart from its luxurious lifestyle and numerous entertainment options, you can indulge in a boat ride. You can rent a super yacht, and spend 2-3 hours on the sea. Ideal for a romantic date, it can also be undertaken by family or friends. Sail through the Dubai Marina to the Bluewaters Island. Cruise past iconic landmarks such as the Dubai Eye, the Palm Jumeriah, and Burj Al Arab. You can even avail freshly prepared scrumptious breakfast or barbeque. Watch the sunrise or the sunset. You can even get an audio guide.
Sky View Dubai
You can acquire panoramic views of the city, the beaches, and the surroundings, from the 52nd level of this futuristically designed observatory. Sky View Dubai is a must for enjoying adventure and fun and conquering the fear of heights. You can easily spend 2 hours on this well-maintained site.
Take a glass elevator ride and reach such an extraordinary height. Then you can climb the spiral staircase to reach the floor above for a 46-m long glass walk to the adjacent building. You can also take a slide ride and perform a hands-free Edge Walk. Don’t forget to capture some mind-blowing frames of the Dubai skyline and majestic views.
Al Thuraya Astronomy Centre
For a wide range of space-related interactive activities, you should visit this amazing place. You can gain a fresh perspective on astronomical studies. Inside this unique complex, you can come across a 100-seated theatre, a planetarium, an Astro gallery, telescopes, and a display of science-related objects and information. You can also see the meteorite exhibition, Astro Academy, and a library.
Through one of the greatest telescopes at this well-organized center, you can watch celestial events. You can even behold Sunspots, and sun flares and reward yourself with a wonderful solar observation experience. Along with the kids, you will enjoy viewing the planets and playing Astro games.
Desert Safari
When you are in Dubai you cannot miss the desert adventures. On the sprawling dunes, you can enjoy activities under expert guidance. Acquire a suitable package for a delightful desert experience. On the immaculate Arabian sands, you can opt for a camel ride, quad biking, sand skiing, stargazing, and sandboarding. You can even undertake 20-minute dune bashing and sunset photography.
Ride over the golden stretches on a dune buggy. You can avail of desert safari in early morning or night. With barbeque, you can enjoy belly dancing and other fascinating Arabian performances, and stargazing. You can even avail of a camping facility for an overnight stay.
Kite Beach
On this pristine white sand beach, you can indulge in various water activities. It is popular for kayaking, wakeboarding, kite surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, windsurfing, cruising, water skiing, and parasailing. Avail professional guidance regarding thrilling adventures for optimum satisfaction. You can just stroll on the soft sands, and take some random clicks. Play some beach sports like volleyball, tennis, and football. Moreover, you can have access to the fitness area, kids’ play area, and library. Enjoy the climbing park, cycling, bungee trampoline, and also jogging. You can watch the amazing sunset on this beach. Savor local delicacies from the food trucks and stalls.
Atlantis Aquaventure Water Park
Home to iconic record-breaking rides and attractions, it is a huge water park. Located next to The Atlantis, the Palm, it is the world’s largest waterpark. With 105 slides, private beaches, a children’s play area, and 3 action-packed towers, it is a must-visit place for everyone. You can take a buggy ride and hire an affable guide for maximum satisfaction. Push your adrenaline through thrilling activities like zip lining, riding through the shark tunnel, or swimming with the sharks. You can even feed the friendly cow-nose stingrays. Enjoy some spectacular views of the sunset and take a stroll on the beach.
Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
Well-known for a wide variety of migratory birds, you can spend some quality time bird watching in this wetland wildlife reserve. It is an urban protected area whose major highlight is the pink flamingo. You can spot more than 100 flamingos, herons, the Greater Spotted Eagle, the Great Crested Grebe, and the pied kingfisher. Visit the Mangrove Hide to view the endangered birds. Moreover, you can see other mammals and reptiles, like horned vipers, saw-scaled vipers, fringe-toed lizards, Ethiopian hedgehogs, black rats, sand racers, Arabian red foxes, and cape hares. Watch educational program and workshops and attend lectures. You can be mesmerized by the natural charm and the serene atmosphere.
Ski Dubai
In the 1st indoor ski resort in the Middle East, you can experience the feel of real snow. It is also famed as the world’s 3rd largest indoor ski resort. In the mountain-themed winter setting, you can paticipate in fun-filled activities like skiing, snowboarding, and tobogganing. You can even greet and play with the Snow Penguins. Some other exciting attractions include snow sliding through tube slides, chairlift, giant ball run, skateboarding, zip lining, and jumping from the 10-feet raft. You can also relish hot chocolate or coffee at a café-bar.
Thus, you can expose your inner child and feel young and free by indulging in different activities in Dubai. You can plan and book your Dubai tour according to your budget, time, and preferences. Acquiring discounts and offers can enhance your luxuries and comfort. Moving away from the glitz and glamour, you can still create and cherish some wonderful memories.