Etihad Museum

dynamic 21st century museum, Etihad Museum is focused on inspiring its visitors with the story of the founding of the UAE. The 25,000 m2 landmark is befittingly located at the very place where the UAE was founded in 1971. Through a unique visitor journey, the various pavilions house experience-driven exhibitions, interactive programmes and education initiatives that explore the chronology of events that culminated in the unification of the Emirates in 1971, with a key emphasis on the period between 1968 and 1974. The programmes also aim to educate visitors about the nation’s constitution, in particular – the rights, privileges and responsibilities that it bestows upon the people of the UAE.

Finally, external and internal parking spaces have been provided to facilitate visits to the Museum.

Dubai Future Foundation

Coming from humble yet ambitious beginnings, our leaders envisioned a bold future for the UAE. Through their drive and determination, they transformed their vision into reality, building a country that constantly challenges the status quo and became a global hub for trade, tourism, real estate, and innovation. DFF was brought to life in 2016 through the continued vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, with the aim of institutionalizing future shaping. Since then, the foundation has launched numerous futuristic initiatives, each contributing to our mission of making Dubai a leading city of the future.

Al Seef

Bring family and friends to Al Seef and discover laid-back contemporary style – from food to fashion and beauty – in Dubai’s heritage district on the edge of its historical creek.

La Mer

Enjoy laid-back fun at La Mer, Dubai’s eclectic beachfront. Explore bustling backstreets, treat the kids to action-packed fun, or kick back on the beach with a breeze for company.

Global Village

Global Village is Dubai’s leading family entertainment and cultural attraction with a unique shopping experience at 30 pavilions each representing a different country. Global Village also offers a variety of dining options from different cuisines, along with thrill rides and children rides at the Fantasy Island. Launched in 1997, Global Village was first based on the Creek side then Oud Metha then Dubai Festival City, until it found a permanent home in 2005 on Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Road Exit 37.

Desert Adventures

No visit to Dubai would be complete without a trip into the desert. Such excursions, which are best organised as part of a group tour, offer a taste of the true heartland of Arabia. The majesty and tranquility of the desert can be experienced in a choice of exciting half-day,full-day and overnight safaris. These action-packed trips cover varied terrains ranging from desert to mountain and take in remote camel and goat farms and isolated villages. Highlights of a safari in Dubai also include dune driving, camel rading, wadi explorations and sand skiing.

Dubai by Air

Visitors with a head for heights and a weakness for the dramatic can enjoy the excitement of a helicopter tour over the city. Alternatively, visitors can enjoy city or desert tours in a fixed-wing aircraft. Adrenaline junkies can also visit Sky Dubai, world renowned for its extraordinary and innovative pursuit of excellence in aerial sports, holds multiple Guinness world records, and has developed two of the foremost skydiving locations worldwide.

Go-Karting

Dubai has the Middle East’s first fully-equipped 40,000 sq. ft air-conditioned indoor go-kart facility at Formula One. Open 7 days a week, try your hand at this super fun activity. Outdoors, an active go-karting fraternity races regularly at the track beside the Jebel Ali Hotel. Visitors can enjoy this sport during the months of Oct-May. Open 7 days a week, from 10am – 10pm for 8 years upwards. Tel: 3388828

Horse Riding

The sport of kings has rapidly become Dubai’s most popular spectator event, attracting crowds of more than 15,000. Race meetings are held weekly during the cooler months at one of the UAE’s four racecourses. Dubai Racing Club, at Nad Al Sheba also holds meetings at night under floodlights. Horse riding is part of the local tradition and is upheld today by several active centres including the Dubai Equestrian Centre and Jebel Ali Hotel Riding Stables.

The Souks

The souks on both sides of the Creek are attractive not just for their shopping bargains but also as places for the sightseer and photographer. The atmosphere and the scents of the past can be savoured – bags of spices, incense, rose petals are stacked outside each stall.

Each shop window is crammed with gold necklaces, rings, bangles, earrings and brooches. In the evening the area is a hive of activity. Gold prices are among the lowest in the world. In other small streets, the visitor can find shops selling nargilehs (hookah or hubble-bubble pipes) and coffee pots, and nearby tea stalls where both of these items are in daily use.

Last Exit

Last Exit is a first-of- its-kind themed food truck concept offering a selection of fresh and tasty gourmet street food in a fun, chilled and convenient atmosphere. Each location has its own unique theme and entertainment for all ages to explore and discover. It’s up to you whether stop for a quick bite or come for the day. All we ask is that you bring an appetite for great food and your imagination.

Wild Wadi

An exciting state-of- the-art water park located adjacent to the Jumeirah Beach Hotel offers exciting water rides for the whole family. It really does not matter whether you swim or not – there’s plenty to do as long as you like splashing around in the water. It is open from 11am to 7pm. Entry fees vary – Dhs 95 (Adults) for all day and Dhs 75 (children) for all day. Kids under 9
must be with adults.Tel: 3484444

Dubai Parks and Resorts

Dubai Parks and Resorts is the first integrated resort destination in the region. It’s the home of three world-class theme parks and one water park, as well as Riverland Dubai, the grand entrance plaza, and a Polynesian themed family resort. Whether it’s Legoland, Motiongate, Bollywood Parks and Riverland, there’s something for every entertainment craving!