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Dubai · 924m from downtown

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•Burj Khalifa is a world-famous landmark and engineering feat. It is also the conceptual “heart” and soul of the city of Dubai. •Burj Khalifa stands at 828 metres. You can enjoy unparalleled views from the two observation decks. The highest point in the city is on the 124th and 125th floors and the highest observation deck in the world is on the 148th floor. •Burj Khalifa is like a steel flower blooming in the desert. No matter how bad the weather is in spring, summer, autumn and winter, the tower remains like spring all year round. △Levels 124 | 125 Take the double-decker elevator straight to the 124th floor at an astonishing speed of 10 metres per second! In less than 60 seconds, the elevator reaches the observation deck, one of the highest public observation decks in the world with an outdoor terrace. Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding emirate with breathtaking 360-degree panoramas at your disposal. Learn all there is to know about the design and technology behind this architectural marvel while feasting your eyes on modern and historical views of the city using one of the telescopes located on the deck. △Levels 148 | 125 | 124 Standing 555 metres tall, Burj Khalifa SKY is one of Dubai's most iconic destinations. Your journey begins when you enter the Burj Khalifa SKY lounge, where you will be personally escorted to a dedicated elevator. Inside, watch specially designed shows as you ascend to Level 125. Get ready to enjoy exclusive access to the world's highest outdoor observatory, redefined and spread across Levels 148, 125 and 124 of Burj Khalifa. △Levels 154| 153| 152 Explore the world's highest lounge at 585 metres, with a delightful outdoor terrace as you enjoy afternoon tea in the clouds or an intimate evening of cocktails and canapés.

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Burj Park

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Dubai · 800m from downtown

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Burj Park is located in the bustling heart of downtown Dubai, forming a triangular layout with the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall. It is an ideal place to escape the crowds and quietly enjoy the Dubai Fountain. The park features meticulously manicured lawns, lush greenery, and a spacious setting, making it a popular venue for concerts and other events.

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The View Palm Jumeirah

8.7

Dubai · 16.6 km from downtown

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At The View at Palm Island, you can enjoy the ultimate beauty of Dubai's popular landmarks. This observation deck is 240 meters high and presents a beautiful picture of Palm Jumeirah, the Arabian Gulf and the Dubai skyline in the distance. Located on the 52nd floor of the Palm Tower, The View at Palm Island also features a cafe, a creative exhibition interactive aquarium theme channel showing the changes of Palm Island, and a gift shop.

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Palm Jumeirah

8.4

Dubai · 16.8 km from downtown

509 reviews

Whether viewed from a plane while skydiving or researching your dream trip online, Dubai, the renowned palm-shaped island, is truly unique. This engineering marvel symbolizes Dubai's continuous development and the realization of dreams. The area boasts a range of island residences, luxurious five-star resorts, trendy restaurants, and stylish beach clubs, exuding a sophisticated and glamorous urban charm. The best first stop on Palm Jumeirah is the Atlantis, The Palm, located in the outer crescent-shaped area, one of the island's landmarks. Even if you're not a guest, you can admire its stunning architecture and enjoy world-class dining. Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark, the resort's water park, is one of the most popular attractions on Palm Jumeirah. With dozens of thrilling rides and slides, a private and beautiful beach, and access to the Lost Chambers Aquarium, it's a great destination for the whole family. At Atlantis Waterworld Adventure, you can also take a ride on the Dubai Balloon, a tethered helium balloon, and ascend 300 meters into the air for breathtaking views of Palm Jumeirah and the entire city of Dubai. For an even more luxurious experience, book a sunbed at the AURA Sky Pool and relax by the pool in the clouds. Another excellent viewpoint is The View observation deck on Palm Jumeirah, 240 meters high, located in the "trunk" area. After your aerial tour, you can explore the shops and restaurants at Nakheel Mall in the Palm. You can also charter a luxury yacht and cruise along the expansive coastline, or experience thrilling speedboat and wakeboarding trips. The calmer waters between the "leaves" and along the "trunk" of Palm Jumeirah are popular spots for kayaking and paddleboarding.

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• See, touch, and shape our shared future • Embark on a journey into possible futures • Bring hope and knowledge back to the present △Interactive exhibits:Museum of the futureFeaturing a series of interactive exhibits that allow visitors to experience and engage with future technologies and innovations. △Futuristic architecture: The building itself is a work of art, and its unique design reflects the museum's focus on the future.The museum has seven floors in total, five of which host exhibitions on different themes, and the visiting route starts from the fifth floor and proceeds downward floor by floor. △Virtual reality: The museum offers a series of virtual reality experiences that allow visitors to explore different future scenarios and technologies in an immersive way. From flying cars to space travel, the VR experiences are designed to inspire and educate visitors about the possibilities of the future.

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Dubai Frame

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Dubai · 4.5 km from downtown

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The "Dubai Frame" was built in 2013, with a height of about 150 meters and a width of 93 meters. What is amazing is that its appearance will be fully gilded, and the total cost is as high as 160 million dirhams (about 300 million yuan). The 150-meter-tall gilded frame stands high above Zabeel Park, with a 93-meter sky bridge at the top, which provides a 360-degree panoramic view, presenting the city's historical landscape and modern architecture. Overlooking the city from the sky bridge, you can see the old city of Deraa to the north and the skyscrapers of Sheikh Zayed Avenue to the south. Take a panoramic glass elevator down into the museum, where visitors can experience Dubai's journey from a small fishing village to a metropolis through interaction and augmented reality.

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Dubai Desert Safari Camp

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4.7/5

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Dubai is a city built in the desert and has turned the endless sea of sand into a tourist's paradise. Traversing waves of sand in a dune buggy is a unique experience visitors cannot miss on a trip to Dubai. The activity is usually scheduled to take place at sunset when the temperature in the desert begins to drop. Visitors can off road through undulating sand dunes, experiencing the speed and weightlessness of daring jumps. Evenings offer a taste of Arabian barbecue and belly dance performances in a tent set up on the sand.

Dubai · 36.7 km from downtown

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Global Village

7.6

Dubai · 15.3 km from downtown

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Global Village currently features pavilions representing more than 90 cultures. There are so many highlights here: some come for the amusement rides and mechanical attractions, some want to sample cuisines from around the world, some come for the evening entertainment performances, and some come to take home a few distinctive gifts. Here, there are over 65 countries' small shops in total, distributed across approx. 27 to 30 national pavilions, selling specialty goods from around the world. Here, you can find African wood carvings, Moroccan argan oil, and Thai dried fruits. In the India Pavilion, there are multiple small shops, with cotton products, silk, saffron, and colorful fiber goods like rainbows, everything you could wish for. Every themed area, from Egypt to Italy, from Vietnam to Oman, spares no effort on sound, smell, and decor to make visitors feel as if they are in the corresponding country. No two pavilions are exactly alike, all to immerse visitors and give them the feeling of traveling the globe. At night, on the main stage of the park, magic, music, and opera blend together, making it hard to tell whether it is a dream or reality.

Dubai · 4.3 km from downtown

Zabeel Park

7.4

5.0/5

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Located in the heart of Dubai, Zabeel Park is a modern urban oasis that blends technology, ecology, and leisure. Spanning 47.6 hectares, the park is designed around a "technology theme" and, with its futuristic facilities and multicultural experiences, has become a must-visit destination for family outings and technology enthusiasts. The particularly dazzling jewel within the park is the Dubai Frame that spans across it, a 150 m tall golden giant frame connecting history and the future in a surreal posture. Ascending to the glass observation corridor, one gazes north at the lively everyday atmosphere of the traditional old city of Deira, and south over the skyscraper forest along Sheikh Zayed Road, where time and space form a stunning dialogue. From the vertical gardens in the domed conservatory to the palm shade supported by water-saving irrigation systems, Zabeel Park embodies the sustainable development ambitions of a desert city. Whether it is the open-air theater under the stars or the morning runners passing by the sculptures of traditional Arabian wind towers, the inclusive and innovative pulse of Dubai always beats here.

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The Lost World Aquarium

7.4

4.4/5

735 reviews

Formerly known as The Lost Chambers Aquarium, The Lost World Aquarium in Dubai is designed around the lost ancient city of Atlantis, blending ancient ruins and relics with marine life exhibits. Reopened after a large-scale renovation, the aquarium features more than ten themed zones that use immersive projection mapping, LED lighting, and custom music to create an atmosphere of exploring underwater ruins. The centerpiece is the Ambassador Lagoon, a large aquarium tank with considerable capacity that is home to tens of thousands of marine creatures, including sharks, rays, jellyfish, octopuses, and schools of tropical fish. The lagoon regularly hosts underwater mermaid performances, in which multiple performers enact the legend of Atlantis in the water. After the renovation, several distinctive species habitats were added, where rare species such as axolotls and giant Pacific octopuses can be observed. The aquarium also has multiple touch pools that allow visitors to get close to some marine life. For experiences, the aquarium offers snorkeling and diving opportunities in the Ambassador Lagoon, letting visitors swim alongside sharks and rays; behind-the-scenes tours visit the fish hospital, food preparation room, and shark nursery to learn about the daily care and conservation of marine life. The interactive trident is a fun installation added after the renovation; waving it in specific exhibition zones triggers hidden messages and multisensory effects, making it suitable for family-friendly exploration.

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