Dubai is one of the fastest-growing cities in the world despite being in the middle of the desert. It has several attractions, from the tallest building in the world to luxurious shopping, and a vibrant nightlife. This means that there are several activities that can keep you engaged while giving you the best experiences of your life. In this article, we are going to take a look at some of the top tours of Dubai.

20 Top Tours in Dubai: All the highlights worth exploring

1.    Dubai Burj Khalifa Tickets: Level 124 & 125

Imagine getting to see the world’s tallest building on your next tour! Imagine the sort of views that you can get from the 125^th floor on an observation deck, jaw-dropping and panoramic, right? You have the opportunity to experience all this on your next tour of Dubai, where the Burj Khalifa is situated. You’ll get the opportunity to ride the fastest elevators in the world, to the 125^th floor, where you can have panoramic views of the gulf from the observation deck balcony.

Overview

Towering majestically over Downtown Dubai, the Burj Khalifa stands at 2,723 ft (830 meters), giving miles and miles of stunning 360-degree panoramic views of the emirates. You can experience the views both day and night and be sure that they will both take your breath away. The observation deck balcony has avant-garde, high powered telescopes to give you better views of the natural and manmade splendor of the city. There is a lot to learn about how such a building was made, and you’ll be guided through the architecture and technology that was used to build the iconic structure.

On the 125^th floor stands at 456 meters and is exquisitely decorated in Arabic mashrabiy, and yet still offers all-round views of the city and the ocean. You can shop for souvenirs here and also take photos so that you can keep your memories alive. You can even add special effects with green screen photography. A virtual reality experience will also take you to the very top of the Burj Khalifa, as the glass cracks under your feet to an open space 456 meters in the air. This alone can make this one of the most unforgettable tours in Dubai.

The Burj Khalifa observation decks will give you the opportunity to watch the Dubai Fountain show while listening to the synchronized music. You’ll also get to marvel at Burj Khalifa Lake, where the largest dancing fountain in the world is alive. Booking at least half an hour to the fountain show of your choice will assure you of a good Spot from where you can watch the show.

Inclusive in the tour

• Entrance ticket at the time of your choice
• View using advanced telescopes
• WiFi in the building
• 10% discount at souvenir shops in the building
• 10% discount at “THE CAFE”, which is located on the ground floor

What’s Not Included

• Cost of souvenir photograph
• The hire of an audio guide (approximately AED 25)

Important information and preparation

It is a must to bring along your passport or ID card to be allowed entry. All children going on the tour must be accompanied by adults, and the building is wheelchair and stroller assessable.

You then need to make your way to the meeting point at the lower ground floor of the Burj Khalifa. The meeting point is “At the Top”, which is on the left side of the Burj Khalifa official entry. Those without tickets can get them from the Will Call Center, which is a part of the complex comprising of the Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Center, and the Will Call Center.

Those coming by car, the Burj Khalifa is located along Sheikh Zayed Road. If getting there via the metro, one can walk for up to 20 minutes to get to the counter “At the Top”, from where they can get to the Burj Khalifa.

The next time that you take a tour of Dubai, make a point of booking a tour of the Dubai Burj Khalifa Tickets: Level 124 & 125 tour. It will give you an experience of your lifetime.

2.    Premium Red Dunes & Camel Safari with BBQ at Al Khayma Camp

This tour gives you the opportunity to lose yourself on a 6 – 7-hour Arabian red dune desert. This tour includes activities such as sandboarding, camel rides, performances, and a barbeque dinner.

Overview

Immerse yourself in this desert safari, guided by your Safari Captain who will pick you up at the scheduled location, and at the scheduled time, a 4×4 Land Cruiser will take you on a one-hour drive into the desert. There will be a 25-minute stop along the way to freshen up and prepare the vehicles for the rest of the trip. You have the option of a quad bike ride, before proceeding with your drive in the Lehbab desert and its peculiar red dunes. On arrival at the Al Khayma Camp, Qahwa (Arabic coffee), Gaymat (sweets) and dates will welcome you as well as a host of activities such as sandboarding, camel riding, smoking shisha, painting henna, and even meeting a falcon expert for photos. In the evening there will be a Tanoura dance show, belly dancing, a buffet barbeque, and local desserts.

Included in the tour

• Pick-up and drop off at your selected hotel/ location
• Transportation by 4WD air-conditioned Land Cruiser
• English-speaking licensed driver
• Dune bashing (30-45 minutes)
• Sandboarding
• Sunset photo stop
• Gaymat (sweets), Gahwa (coffee) & Dates
• Henna painting
• Falcon experience
• Camel rides
• Shisha pipe (hubble-bubble flavor) (offered in the shisha area for free)
• Shared camp
• Tanura and belly dance
• Unlimited soft drinks
• Barbecue Meal (vegetarian and non-vegetarian)
• Cold mineral water

Not included

• Alcoholic drinks
• Quad bike / Dune buggy activities (optional)

3.    Dubai Burj Khalifa Tickets & Tour: Level 124, 125 and 148

The Burj Khalifa tour is a must as you get to experience the tallest building on the planet. The fastest elevators in the world will take you to the top, from where you can get panoramic, jaw-dropping views of the Dubai skyline, the Arabian Gulf, and the desert.

Overview

This tour will let you experience great views from the world’s highest observation decks on the 124th, 125th and 148th floors of the Burj Khalifa. You can enjoy viewing the sun setting over the Dubai skyline, watching the Dubai Fountain show along with synchronized music, and viewing the largest dancing fountain in the world, which is on Burj Khalifa Lake. Get a behind the scenes account of how the Burj Khalifa was built.

Level 148

• A guest ambassador will give you a personalized tour
• Experience great views from the highest observation decks in the world, with an outdoor terrace at 555 meters above ground level
• Refreshments at SKY lounge
• Use motion senses for an interactive experience of Dubai’s most famous landmarks
• Continue your journey to levels 125 and 124.

Level 124

• Enjoy the thrill in the world’s fastest double-deck elevators, cruising at 10m/s.
• Panoramic views through avant-garde, high powered, telescopes.

Level 125

• Enjoy 360-degree views from this spacious deck tastefully decorated in Arabic mashrabiya
• A virtual reality experience will take you to the pinnacle of Burj Khalifa

4.    Dubai Aquarium & Level 124 Burj Khalifa Combo Tickets

This tour will give you an experience of two worlds, an underwater zoo with marine life from around the world, and the tallest building in the world.

Overview

One ticket to two amazing attractions in one day, this tour gives you access to the depths of the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo and the towering high Burj Khalifa. You get to choose the time you wish to visit the 124^th floor of the Burj Khalifa and feel the thrill of the fastest elevator lift is the world taking you up for breathtaking 360-degree views of the City, desert, and Arabian Gulf. You’ll also get to visit the largest suspended aquarium in the world, where there are 485 aquatic species, including the King Crocodile and Sand Tiger Sharks. You get to choose which of the two you wish to visit first.

5.    Red Dune Safari with Sandboarding, Camel Ride & BBQ Options

This is a 4X4 experience through the red Arabian Desert, giving you the opportunity to experience dune bashing and sandboarding in the four-hour program with the option of extending it to seven hours to include a barbeque dinner and Bedouin-style camp experience.

Overview

4×4 Land Cruisers will take you to Lahbab, the most remote desert area in Dubai so that you can experience the red sand and towering dunes. Some of the activities on this tour include dune bashing, sandboarding, and camel rides. You can also experience a barbeque dinner and other activities such as smoking shisha, henna tattoos and other things at the Bedouin-style camp hidden in the middle of the desert. Some of the foods at the barbeque include kebabs, hummus, and salads. After dinner, you can enjoy a colorful belly dancing show, a Tanoura performance, and Arabian Falcons.

6.    Abu Dhabi Full-Day Sightseeing Tour from Dubai

This 8-hour tour gives you the opportunity to visit the largest city in the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi. You’ll visit attractions such as the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, an Islamic architectural masterpiece, the Etihad Towers, and the Emirates Palace, among other attractions.

Overview

This is a trip from Dubai to one of the richest cities in the world, Abu Dhabi, starting with the majestic landmark that is the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The structure is made of white marble and has 82 domes, chandeliers, and flower-patterned designs.  The next stop is the Abu Dhabi Corniche, from where you view the Arabian Gulf. You’ll also visit the opulent Emirates Palace of the ruling government, and thereafter, the Etihad Towers. You will break for lunch (own expense) at the Marina Mall and then head off for the presidential palace, where you’ll visit the beautiful Qasr Al Watan Palace, taking note of the architectural features, historical artifacts, and treasures.

Please note: being a national palace, the Qasr Al Watan may be closed without notice during presidential events. When such incidents happen, the visit is swapped with the Etihad Towers and Heritage Village.

7.    Morning Safari with Quad Bikes, Sandboarding & Camel Ride

This tours gives you the opportunity to experience the Arabian Desert, taking part in activities such as dune bashing, sandboarding, and riding quad bikes.

Overview

Escape the city and head into the Arabian Desert in a 4×4 Land Cruiser, heading to the remote Lahbab Desert area, approximately 50 kilometers from Dubai city center. Experience the red dunes and towering dunes, and take part in activities such as short camel rides, ride quad bikes, and sandboard from the tallest dunes.

8.    Dubai Helicopter Flight from The Palm to The Burj Khalifa

Experience Dubai through a helicopter flight over various attractions such as the Atlantis The Palm, Burj Al Arab, and the “Golden Mile”. Let the flight take you along the Persian Gulf coast and across World Islands.

Overview

A luxury helicopter ride will give you a bird’s eye view of Dubai, with the options of 12, 15, or 25 minutes. Some of the attractions you’ll fly over include the Atlantis The Palm, Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, and the Dubai Coastline for the 12-minute flight. The 15-minute flight covers Atlantis The Palm, Burj Khalifa via Burj Al Arab, the World Islands, Port Rashid, and Palm Jumeirah. The 25-minute flight covers Atlantis The Palm, the old Dubai Creek via the Burj Al Arab, the World Islands, Burj Khalifa, Union House, Port Rashid, Ski Dubai, Jebel Ali horse track, new Dubai, Media City, Internet City, Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, and the Emirates livings.

9.    Dubai Desert Safari Red Dune: BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding

Escape the city into the Red Arabian Desert, where you can take part in activities such as sandboarding and camel rides, watch the sun setting, and enjoy a barbeque dinner.

Overview

This unique desert safari will let you adventure the Arabian Desert, sandboarding on the tall red dunes, dune bashing in your Land Cruiser, sandboarding, camel riding, henna tattoos, and donning Arabian costumes at Bedouin camp. Watch a traditional Tanura show and belly dancing performance at Bedouin camp, and enjoy a BBQ dinner with Arabic coffee, fresh dates, falafel, and shawarma.

10. Bike the Red Dunes, Ride Camel, Sandboard and BBQ with Shows

Escape into the Lehbab Desert, where you can enjoy riding quad bikes across the dunes, and enjoy a barbeque and traditional tanoura and belly dancing entertainment shows at a desert camp.

Overview

Head into the Lehbab Desert in air-conditioned vehicles to the quad bike center for your dune ride across the dunes. You can also enjoy sandboarding along the way, before proceeding to a typical desert camp. The activities at the camp include shisha smoking, henna painting, camel rides, and donning Arabian attires. A barbecue buffet dinner, live traditional and belly dancing shows will crown the evening before heading back.

11. Dubai Speedboat Tour: Marina, Atlantis, Palm & Burj Al Arab

Departing from the famous Dubai Marina, take an exciting day-time sightseeing tour with an English-speaking guide. Capture pictures and enjoy the ride around all Dubai’s top spots. Drinking water and safety equipment provided.

Overview

The journey starts with a safety briefing at the Marina before the tour begins. It takes you to Jumeira beach and other attractions such as the Dubai Eye Wheel, Harbour Project, Huge Palm, The Atlantis, the Dubai Rulers Private Island, and the Burj Al Arab.

12. Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ

This luxury yacht tour sets off at the Dubai Marina, complete with a barbecue breakfast on board, making it one of the exciting tours of Dubai.

Overview

A red carpet and personal service will welcome you to the 64-foot luxury yacht vessel, with breakfast on the morning tour, while the afternoon and sunset tours have a barbeque buffet. The tours are as below:

• Morning tour: Dubai Marina, Blue Water Island, Dubai Eye, Jumeirah Beach, the Palm, and the Atlantis
• Afternoon tour: Dubai Marina, Blue Water Island, Dubai Eye, Jumeirah Beach, the Palm, the Atlantis, and the Burj Al Arab
• Sunset tour: Dubai Marina, Blue Water Island, Dubai Eye, Jumeirah Beach, the Palm, and the Atlantis

13. La Perle by Dragone: Dubai’s Most Spectacular Show

Let your breath be taken away by this live, aqua staged show that features 65 artists in a breathtaking fusion of performances and stunts.

Overview

Located at Al Habtoor City in the heart of Dubai, La Perle comes with 65 artists who bring together a combination of La Perle and an iconic aqua-stage performing in, on and above water to offer visually captivating experiences.

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14. Ski Dubai: Slope Session for 2-Hours at Ski Dubai

Enjoy skiing at any time of year at Dubai’s Ski destination. There are 5 runs of all levels.

Overview

You get to enjoy the snow in the desert at an indoor snow resort, taking advantage of the 2- Hour session. You can also ride the chairlift, try out the zorb ball, ride the mountain thriller, zooming down a 185m high slope at speeds of up to 45kph to kick up your adrenaline.

15. Dubai: Dhow Dinner Cruise along Dubai Creek

Cruise through the Dubai Creek on a traditional wooden dhow and enjoy the sights as you feast on an international dinner buffet on board. After dinner, you can enjoy an Arabic dance show.

Overview

Enjoy a 3-hour dinner cruise on a wooden dhow for an unforgettable experience, enjoying Arabic and international cuisines as you check out the illuminated buildings in the distance. This will be followed by a captivating dance performance and live music.

16. Dubai Parks and Resorts: 1-Day Ticket for 2 Parks

Spend a day experiencing an array of rides and attractions at two Dubai Parks and Resorts exciting theme parks.

Overview

This tour will feature MOTIONGATE Dubai, LEGOLAND Dubai, LEGOLAND Water Park, and BOLLYWOOD PARK Dubai, all connected by Riverland Dubai. There are more than 100 rides and attraction in the two parks you get to select out of the four options.

17. Half-Day Dubai City Tour with Dubai Frame Tickets

Explore and understand the city of dreams that is Dubai with a guided tour.

Overview

This tour will take you through the manmade island that is the shape of a palm tree, Palm Jumeirah, the Souk Madinat Jumeirah marketplace, Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque (the Blue Mosque), the Dubai Creek where you can enjoy an Abra Ride (ancient water transport system) to cross the creek, and the Gold and Spice Souks, where you can purchase gold and spice items. The last stop will be the 150-meter tall Dubai Frame, from where you can view both the old and the new Dubai city.

18. Dubai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour 24, 48 or 72 Hours

One of the best ways of experiencing tours of Dubai is through a hop on hop off Dubai bus, which connects all the major attractions within the city and has a total of 41 stops.

Overview

Enjoy touring the city in state of the art open-top buses that connect all of the Dubai attractions from Deira to Atlantis. Below are the routes and attractions found along them:

Red Route:

• Dubai Mall Bus Stop
• Al Seef Contemporary Area
• Al Seef Heritage
• Burjuman
• Dubai Museum
• Old Souk
• Gold Souk
• Spice Souk
• Riviera Hotel
• Dubai Creek
• Al Ghurair Centre
• Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel
• Deira City Centre
• Dubai Festival City Mall
• Sheikh Zayed Road

Blue Route:

• Dubai Mall Bus Stop
• Etihad Museum
• Jumeirah Mosque
• Mercato
• Public Beach Umm Suqeim
• Souk Madinat Jumeirah
• Dubai Police Academy Museum
• Mall of the Emirates

Yellow Route:

• Mall of the Emirates
• Souk Madinat Jumeirah
• Atlantis The Palm
• Palm Views West
• Fairmont The Palm
• Dubai Marina Mall
• The Beach @ JBR
• Marina Promenade
• Grosvenor House Dubai
• Dubai Marina
• Mina Seyahi
• Dubai Media City

Pink Route:

• Atlantis The Palm
• Sofitel Dubai The Palm
• Anantara Dubai The Palm
• Rixos The Palm
• Atlantis The Palm
• Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
• The Retreat Palm Dubai

Green Route (Cruise ship passengers only):

• Dubai Mall Bus Stop
• Cruise Terminal 3
• Cruise Terminal 2
• Queen Elizabeth II

Grey Route:

• Dubai Mall
• Dubai Festival City Mall
• Deira City Centre
• Al Seef
• Burjuman

Brown Route:

• Dubai Mall
• Mall of the Emirates
• Mina Seyahi
• Atlantis The Palm
• Al Seef Heritage Area
• Fairmont The Palm
• Souk Madinat Jumeirah

19. Discover Scuba Diving in Dubai

Breathe as you explore the underwater world with a professional instructor to guide you. You can have underwater photos taken and posted to your Facebook page at no extra cost.

Overview

Enjoy the tropical marine life and corals off Jumeirah Beach in this 2-hour scuba diving experience. There are certified instructors at the ratio of one instructor per four students, to guide you on things such as breathing patterns. You can explore the underwater world up to 40 feet deep and even have your photos taken.

20. Dubai Flexi Attractions Pass

Use this pass to save up to 50% on attractions and experiences in Dubai, all for one price.

Overview

The Dubai Pass is valid for seven days from the time it is first used, coming with the option of choosing between three, five, and seven attractions, for one price. This pass can be used to access some of the most exciting tours of Dubai.

Included Attractions

• Wild Wadi Waterpark
• Desert Safari with Dinner
• Ski Dubai
• IMG World of Adventure
• Motiongate Dubai
• Legoland Dubai
• iFly Dubai
• Legoland Water Park
• Palm Island Inner Circle Dinner Cruise
• At the Top, BurjKhalifa
• Dubai Underwater Aquarium & Underwater Zoo (tunnel and zoo)
• Dubai Underwater Aquarium & Underwater Zoo (Explorer Experience)
• Marina Dhow Dinner Cruise
• City Sightseeing Dubai (Hop On Hop Off BusTour)
• Splash Tours (90 Minute Tour)
• Bollywood Parks Dubai
• Aqua Fun
• Aventura Nature Adventure Park
• Dubai Creek Dinner Cruise
• Dubai Safari
• Wonder Bus Tours
• Dubai City Tour
• The Lost Chambers Aquarium & Ambassador Lagoon
• Dubai Dolphinarium
• Palm Island Inner Circle Cruise (60 Minutes)
• The Dubai Fountain Boardwalk
• Dubai Frame
• Dubai Ice Rink
• Etihad Museum
• Hysteria Haunted Attraction
• The Dubai Fountain Lake Ride
• Orbi Dubai
• Mattel Play Town
• Flying Cup
• The Green Planet
• Grayline Audio Commentary Traditional City Tour
• City Van Tours Skyline Tour
• Pocket Wifi
• Bateaux Dubai (Al Seef Cultural Area ) Sunset Cruise
• Grayline Audio Commentary Modern City Tour
• Laguna Water Park
• Hub Zero
• Reel Cinema – Guy Fiery Dine In (Movie + Drink + Starter + Main)
• TEPfactor (JBR Plaza)
• VR Park
• Amazon Tour Canal Cruise
• Emirati Kahtha Cultural Tour

Conclusion

Dubai is one of the best destinations since it has a lot to offer in terms of attractions. You might want to go there and immerse yourself into exciting tours of Dubai like the ones mentioned above.

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