Dubai is positively bursting with first-rate sights and attractions to enthral visitors. You could easily spend a few days exploring, although you can also tick off some fantastic sights and activities in just one day.
If you have just one day in Dubai, you could head downtown to go to the top of the Burj Khalifa , the world’s tallest skyscraper, which offers panoramic views of the city amongst the backdrop of the Persian Gulf and the Arabian Desert . You can then explore nearby Dubai Mall , which has an array of shops, but also houses an indoor theme park, an aquarium and underwater zoo, and an ice rink.
After stopping for lunch, head to Burj Al Arab , an iconic hotel shaped like a sail, sitting on a beach. After grabbing photos and taking a quick dip in the warm waters, head over to the Old City of Dubai , which has a more traditional feel. Here, you can browse various historical souks and markets, and stop for dinner in one of the many restaurants along Dubai Creek before heading off for an evening cruise on a dhow, a traditional masted ship used by merchants of the region for centuries.