Dubai Best Views
Start your scenic exploration of Dubai on the water. Before you begin, take a moment to imagine the city as the somewhat sleepy fishing port it was 40-odd years ago. Now get out on Dubai Creek, the city’s major waterway, on a customized version of a dhow, a traditional Arab boat, and marvel at the soaring, constantly-changing skyline. Return at night for a dinner cruise to see Dubai’s concrete colossi blazing with light.
It was the distinctive shape of dhow sails which inspired one of Dubai’s defining landmarks: Burj al Arab, standing proudly offshore, bills itself as the most luxurious hotel in the world. Whether you fall for the extravagant swirls, royal blues and acres of gold leaf of its interior is a matter of taste, but few could remain unmoved by the incredible views from its summit. The restaurant Al Muntaha (“the highest”) is on the 27th floor, and is one of the best places to get a view of Dubai’s skyline and those extraordinary man-made features, The World and Palm Jumeirah. If you want to linger, the adjacent Skyview bar is open afternoons and evenings.
But of course the ultimate Dubai view is from the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. First sort out your tickets: pre-booked is cheaper, but there’s no guarantee your chosen time won’t see the city wreathed in haze and smog, so you may want to pay a premium to go up at short notice. Once you’re in the elevator you’ll be traveling at 10 meters per second before alighting at the 124th floor observation deck.
You’re now half a mile up: you simply can’t get any higher from the ground while still being attached to it. Dubai City is laid before you like a map and the rest of its skyscrapers look like playthings. The jaw-dropping view takes in the surrounding desert and stretches right out to the Gulf. Savor your impressions in At.mosphere, the grill room and lounge just two floors down.
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Private Dubai City Half-Day tour the best way to see Dubai. Great guide - Aair-conditioned car. No hanging around waiting for "stragglers" at various stops. Guide suggested places of interest and we decided what we wished to see. In time frame even managed to drive out to Palm Island and see the Atlantis Resort which would not have happened on organised bus half-day tour.
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Was a great way to see Dubai. Our guide was very good and provided a comprehensive commentary of local areas.A must do tour especially for those on a short stay .
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