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4 days in Dubai

4 daysFirst-time visitorsSightseeing

Old Dubai, Downtown, the coastline and a museum day offer different views of the city. Transit gaps and indoor breaks leave room to adapt to the heat.

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A FEW HIGHLIGHTS

  • Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
  • Dubai Creek
  • Burj Khalifa
  • Dubai Mall
01

DAY 1

Old Dubai

Explore the historic district before spending time beside the creek.

  1. 120 min

    Bur Dubai

    Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

    Choose a short route through the lanes and pause indoors when needed.

  2. 60 min

    ROOM FOR A BREAK

    Lunch break

    Choose a place that fits your tastes and the route on the day.

  3. 90 min

    Old Dubai

    Dubai Creek

    Keep the waterside visit flexible and check any boat trip separately.

Between stops: Walking. Allow time for transfers and breaks.

02

DAY 2

Downtown

Stay in one district and avoid adding a long cross-city transfer.

  1. 120 min

    Downtown

    Burj Khalifa

    Choose whether to book a viewing visit; ground-level views are another option.

  2. 60 min

    ROOM FOR A BREAK

    Lunch break

    Choose a place that fits your tastes and the route on the day.

  3. 150 min

    Downtown

    Dubai Mall

    Use the indoor setting for lunch and an unhurried afternoon.

Between stops: Walking. Allow time for transfers and breaks.

03

DAY 3

The coast

A waterfront day with room to shorten outdoor sections in hot weather.

  1. 120 min

    Dubai Marina

    Dubai Marina

    Walk a manageable part of the waterfront and build in shaded breaks.

  2. 60 min

    ROOM FOR A BREAK

    Lunch break

    Choose a place that fits your tastes and the route on the day.

  3. 120 min

    Jumeirah Beach Residence

    JBR Beach

    Keep this as flexible beach time and follow local safety guidance.

Between stops: Walking. Allow time for transfers and breaks.

04

DAY 4

Museum and park

Make the indoor visit the main anchor and use transit to the next stop.

  1. 150 min

    Trade Centre

    Museum of the Future

    Check entry arrangements before choosing this day’s starting time.

  2. 60 min

    ROOM FOR A BREAK

    Lunch break

    Choose a place that fits your tastes and the route on the day.

  3. 90 min

    Zabeel

    Zabeel Park

    A slower outdoor finish, adjusted to the weather and your energy.

Between stops: Public transport. Allow time for transfers and breaks.

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