Weekend in Dubai: Go Bold!
Nolan O'Connor
| 23-05-2025
· Travel team
Lykkers, imagine a city where desert dunes meet glass skyscrapers, and every corner whispers luxury. Dubai isn’t just a destination—it’s a sensory explosion.
From record-breaking towers to ancient souqs, here’s how to conquer this Arabian gem in one unforgettable weekend.
Arrival & Transport
Land at DXB Airport and hop on the Metro Red Line (€2, 20 mins to Downtown Dubai). For flexibility, grab a taxi (€15-20) or a Nol Card (€6, reusable for trams/buses). Avoid 4-7 PM—rush hour turns roads into parking lots.
Where to Stay
Splurge at Atlantis The Royal (€800/night) with its infinity pools and celebrity chef restaurants. Budget travelers prefer Rove Downtown (€120/night), a 10-minute walk from the Burj Khalifa.
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Day 1: Iconic Thrills
- Breakfast: Feast at Gastronomy (€45/person), a buffet with live sushi stations and towers.
- Morning: Dive into The Lost Chambers Aquarium (€35) or brave the Aquatrek Xtreme (€110) to walk with sharks.
- Afternoon: Race down slides at Aquaventure Waterpark (€80) or soar 300m in the Dubai Balloon (€25).
- Dinner: Book Ariana’s Persian Kitchen for rosewater lemonade and kabab koobideh (€50/person).
Day 2: Culture & Souqs
- Brunch: Muchachas Cantina (€30) serves spicy ceviche with a view.
- Explore: Wander Al Fahidi’s wind towers, then cross Dubai Creek by abra boat (€0.50) to the Spice Souq. Bargain for saffron (€5/gram) and oud perfume.
- Dinner: Michelin-starred Dinner by Heston (€150/person) reinvents medieval dishes like meat fruit.
Day 3: Modern Wonders
- Sunrise: Join a beach yoga session at Jumeirah Public Beach (free).
- Culture: Tour the Etihad Museum (€8) and Jumeirah Mosque (€10, includes guided tour).
- Lunch: Comptoir 102 dishes organic shakshuka (€15) in a bohemian garden.
- Finale: Ascend the Burj Khalifa (€40 for At the Top), then watch the Dubai Fountain show (6 PM, free).
Essential Tips
- Dress Code: Cover shoulders/knees in mosques; pack a swim cover-up for pools.
- Timing: Visit November-March for 25°C highs. Summer hits 45°C—stick to indoor attractions.
- Budget Hack: Ride the Palm Monorail (€7) for aerial views of Atlantis.
Final Thoughts
Dubai dazzles with contrasts—golden souqs beneath AI-powered skyscrapers, Persian feasts beside molecular gastronomy. Whether chasing adrenaline or culture, this city delivers. Ready to book that flight?