The Dubai Mall, Dubai (must see)
The Dubai Mall has the distinction of being one of the country's most popular attractions, attracting 80 million visitors yearly. There are over 1,300 retail stores that include Bloomingdale's and Galeries Lafayette. The mall has a reputation for being the Middle East's fashion capital. Designer brands are in abundance here, and traditional Arab clothing and jewelry include handcrafted designs.
This mall also boasts over 200 outlets offering food and beverages. Some of the most popular restaurants include Angelina for a luxurious French tearoom experience, Asma Restaurant for Middle Eastern food, and Tulum Mexican Restaurant for a mixture of cuisine types. Popular Western chains include Chilli's, Hardee's, and Joe's Crab Shack.
Fashion and food are not the only reasons to shop at this mall. Popular options for electronics include The Apple Store and Al Yousuf Robotics. Shoppers looking for cosmetics and fragrances will enjoy Ajmal Perfumes, Chanel Beauty Boutique, or Make Up for Ever. Home furnishing options include Bloomingdale's Home and Jashanmal Home Department Store. If you have kids you want to buy something for, try Ralph Lauren Kids or Candylicious.
The Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is within the mall. Other attractions include the VR Park that offers a unique virtual reality experience, and the child-focused KidZania. You can cool off by spending some time on the Dubai Ice Rink, which is Olympic-sized. Catch a feature film at the Reel Cinemas megaplex while you are here.
Why You Should Visit:
One of the top options in the Middle East for the finest upscale shopping in one convenient location.
Entertainment options that are perfect for all ages, from the latest movies to gaming.
Tips:
The mall offers a free buggy service to help you get to and from your favorite stores much more quickly.
This mall also boasts over 200 outlets offering food and beverages. Some of the most popular restaurants include Angelina for a luxurious French tearoom experience, Asma Restaurant for Middle Eastern food, and Tulum Mexican Restaurant for a mixture of cuisine types. Popular Western chains include Chilli's, Hardee's, and Joe's Crab Shack.
Fashion and food are not the only reasons to shop at this mall. Popular options for electronics include The Apple Store and Al Yousuf Robotics. Shoppers looking for cosmetics and fragrances will enjoy Ajmal Perfumes, Chanel Beauty Boutique, or Make Up for Ever. Home furnishing options include Bloomingdale's Home and Jashanmal Home Department Store. If you have kids you want to buy something for, try Ralph Lauren Kids or Candylicious.
The Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is within the mall. Other attractions include the VR Park that offers a unique virtual reality experience, and the child-focused KidZania. You can cool off by spending some time on the Dubai Ice Rink, which is Olympic-sized. Catch a feature film at the Reel Cinemas megaplex while you are here.
Why You Should Visit:
One of the top options in the Middle East for the finest upscale shopping in one convenient location.
Entertainment options that are perfect for all ages, from the latest movies to gaming.
Tips:
The mall offers a free buggy service to help you get to and from your favorite stores much more quickly.
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The Dubai Mall on Map
Sight Name: The Dubai Mall
Sight Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (See walking tours in Dubai)
Sight Type: Shopping
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (See walking tours in Dubai)
Sight Type: Shopping
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Create Your Own Walk in Dubai
Creating your own self-guided walk in Dubai is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Old Dubai Walking Tour
Dubai's Old Quarter is one of the oldest residential areas in the city, with a predominantly South Asian population, restaurants, and shops. Commonly referred to as Meena Bazaar by the local Pakistani and Indian community, the locality also encompasses the Al Fahidi (otherwise known as Al Bastakiya) Historical Neighbourhood which dates back to the 1800s.
One of the prominent landmarks in... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.6 Km or 1 Miles
One of the prominent landmarks in... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.6 Km or 1 Miles
Deira Shopping Walk
Deira has been a Dubai commercial hub for years, home to the city’s oldest souks and a warren of narrow streets lined with outdoor cafés and traditional shops. Souks are traditional markets and they can be found on both sides of Dubai Creek.
The liveliest and most colorful are on the Deira side, and a tour of the souk adjacent to Deira Abra station is particularly rewarding. This is the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
The liveliest and most colorful are on the Deira side, and a tour of the souk adjacent to Deira Abra station is particularly rewarding. This is the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Dubai Downtown Walking Tour
The ultra-modern city of Dubai did not always look the way it does now. For centuries, the city's economy relied heavily on the pearling and fishing industries. The Maktoum family, Dubai's current rulers, took over the reigns in 1883. The discovery of oil in 1966 set the change for a shift away from reliance on the marine industry.
Dubai joined the United Arab Emirates in 1971.... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
Dubai joined the United Arab Emirates in 1971.... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
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