Dubai International Airport 13 min
Deira Clocktower (11 min) On a major route coming into the city, this modernist clock tower predates Dubai's rapid expansion. Al Noor Mosque (16 min) Monumental mosque inspired by Istanbul's Ottoman-era Blue Mosque, with weekly tours for non-Muslims. Dubai Frame (15 min) Unique, 150-m-tall building resembling a picture frame, with historic displays & panoramic views. The Dubai Fountain (23 min) Massive fountain with 30-minute displays of water jets reaching 140 m, set to a music & light show. Jumeirah Beach (22 min) Bustling, public urban beach backed by high-rise hotels, with a children's playground & BBQ areas. Jumeirah Mosque (21 min) Landmark mosque with guided tours offered to non-Muslims to promote cultural understanding. Sharjah Aquarium (14 min) Educational aquarium spread over 2 floors with 20 separate tanks & over 150 different species. Grand Bur Dubai Masjid (19 min) This mosque accommodates 1200 worshippers & allows non-Muslim visitors in the minaret only. Aziz saffron (21 min) Visitors can meander through this lively assortment of vendors selling spices, souvenirs & gifts. House of Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum (25 min) Grand, 19th-century home of a former ruler of Dubai, now a museum displaying historic memorabilia. Dubai Dolphinarium - Dolphin & Seal Show (12 min) Sizable indoor destination with dolphin & seal shows, interactive experiences & an Asian restaurant. Burj Khalifa (19 min) Spired 828-meter skyscraper with a viewing deck, restaurant, hotel and offices and 11-hectare park. Al Fahidi Historical District - حي الفهيدي التاريخي (18 min) Area of traditional-style buildings in typical materials housing arts & cultural exhibits & museums. Dubai Gold Souk (20 min) Marked by a wooden arch, this bustling bazaar features many stores selling dazzling gold jewellery. The Dubai Mall (18 min) Huge shopping and leisure centre, with department stores, plus an ice rink, aquarium and a cinema. |