Things to do in Dubai
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Dubai is the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates and the capital of the Emirate of Dubai. It is on a creek on the southeastern coast of the Persian Gulf. As of 2025, its population stands at 4 million, 92% of whom are expatriates. The wider urban area includes Sharjah and has a population of 5 million people as of 2023, while the Dubai–Sharjah–Ajman metropolitan area has a population of 6 million people.
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Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
XVA Gallery
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Dubai Spice Souk
Dubai Spice Souk or the Old Souk is a traditional market in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Spice Souk is located in Deira, in eastern Dubai, and is adjacent to the Dubai Gold Souk. The Spice Souk is in the locality of Al Ras, on Baniyas Street, near the Old Souk abra station on Dubai Creek. The souk comprises several narrow lanes which are lined with open and closed-roof stores, and is a tourist attraction.
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7 days in Dubai, planned day by day
Built from real, bookable activities — flights, stays and experiences included at around €1,099.
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Arrival & Historic Bur Dubai
Settle in and ease into Dubai's old quarter on foot.
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Museums & Deira Souks
Dive into heritage then cross the creek to the trading souks.
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Downtown Icons
The city's modern showpieces around Burj Khalifa.
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Aquarium & Palm Jumeirah
Marine life downtown, then the iconic palm-shaped island.
