Dubai

7-day itinerary

The Perfect 7 Days in Dubai

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A balanced 7-day plan for Dubai, built around its top-rated sights and ordered so each day flows without backtracking — with a bite to eat and travel times between every stop. Like it? Make it your own in a couple of taps.

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DAY 1

The Big Highlights

  1. Museum Of The Future

    Morning

    Museum Of The Future

    A breathtaking architectural marvel blending cutting-edge technology with immersive art inside a stunning torus-shaped building.

    11 min drive · 2.3 km to the next stop
  2. Zabeel Palace

    Afternoon

    Zabeel Palace

    Historic fort and palace now serving as cultural attraction and heritage site.

    11 min drive · 2.3 km to the next stop
  3. Dubai Design District

    Evening

    Dubai Design District

    Dubai's creative hub buzzing with fashion, art galleries, and cutting-edge architecture in a vibrant community.

Where to eat: Hilton Dubai Jumeirah — A well-loved local spot.

DAY 2

Parks & Slower Moments

  1. Ras al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary

    Morning

    Ras al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary

    Wildlife sanctuary protecting coastal habitats and birdwatching opportunities.

    5 min walk · 0.4 km to the next stop
  2. Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary

    Afternoon

    Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary

    Wetland nature reserve hosting migratory birds and mangrove ecosystems near Dubai.

    24 min drive · 6.7 km to the next stop
  3. The Green Planet

    Evening

    The Green Planet

    Step inside a lush indoor rainforest teeming with exotic wildlife, birds, and butterflies in the heart of Dubai.

Where to eat: Al Dar Butchery and Grills — Barbecue — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 3

Culture & Icons

  1. Safa Park

    Morning

    Safa Park

    Public park with green spaces for leisure, walking, and outdoor recreation.

    20 min walk · 1.5 km to the next stop
  2. Majlis Ghorfat Umm Al Sheif

    Afternoon

    Majlis Ghorfat Umm Al Sheif

    Step inside Sheikh Rashid's summer majlis, a beautifully preserved glimpse into old Dubai's pearl-trading heritage.

    26 min drive · 7.2 km to the next stop
  3. Etihad Museum

    Evening

    Etihad Museum

    Discover the birth of the UAE through immersive exhibits celebrating the nation's historic 1971 union.

Where to eat: Al Fresco Italian — Italian — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 4

Culture & Icons

  1. Spice Souk

    Morning

    Spice Souk

    Lose yourself in a fragrant maze of saffron, frankincense, and exotic spices in Dubai's historic old souk.

    2 min walk · 0.2 km to the next stop
  2. Dubai Textile Souk

    Afternoon

    Dubai Textile Souk

    Uncover vibrant rolls of silk, cotton, and exotic fabrics at Dubai's bustling traditional textile market.

    2 min walk · 0.1 km to the next stop
  3. Al Fahidi Fort

    Evening

    Al Fahidi Fort

    Dubai's oldest surviving building, this 18th-century fort reveals the city's fascinating history before oil wealth.

Where to eat: Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant — Arab — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 5

Culture & Icons

  1. Coffee Museum

    Morning

    Coffee Museum

    Explore coffee's rich global journey through aromatic exhibits in the heart of historic Dubai.

    1 min walk · 0.1 km to the next stop
  2. Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

    Afternoon

    Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

    Wander Dubai's oldest neighbourhood, where wind towers and coral houses whisper tales of ancient pearl traders.

    15 min walk · 1.2 km to the next stop
  3. Dubai Municipality

    Evening

    Dubai Municipality

    An attraction in Dubai.

Where to eat: Alfie's — British — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 6

Parks & Slower Moments

  1. Deira Clocktower

    Morning

    Deira Clocktower

    A beloved Dubai symbol, this striking clocktower marks the historic gateway between old and modern Dubai.

  2. Silicon Oasis Park

    Afternoon

    Silicon Oasis Park

    Free-zone technology park hosting software and IT companies.

    28 min drive · 7.8 km to the next stop
  3. IMG Worlds of Adventure

    Evening

    IMG Worlds of Adventure

    The world's largest indoor theme park packed with Marvel, Cartoon Network, and thrilling adventures under one roof.

Where to eat: AlHumsani Restaurant — Arab — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 7

Culture & Icons

  1. Dubai Butterfly Garden

    Morning

    Dubai Butterfly Garden

    Stroll through ten enchanting domes home to thousands of dazzling butterflies in the heart of Dubai.

    27 min drive · 7.8 km to the next stop
  2. Ski Dubai

    Afternoon

    Ski Dubai

    Hit real snow slopes inside a massive mall — Dubai's jaw-dropping indoor ski paradise awaits year-round.

    11 min drive · 2.5 km to the next stop
  3. Al Sufouh Archaeological Site

    Evening

    Al Sufouh Archaeological Site

    Archaeological site revealing Bronze Age and Iron Age settlement remains.

Where to eat: Amalfi — Italian — a well-loved local spot.

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