This UAE map shows major cities such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi, while the links to the left and right will help you find more information on things to do, flights to the UAE, and attractions such as the Palm Islands.
The UAE built the world's tallest building, the world's largest indoor ski slope, and the world's most photographed hotel in the span of twenty years — and then built a museum designed by Jean Nouvel on an island off Abu Dhabi to suggest it was interested in subtlety as well. Dubai is the main event. Abu Dhabi is the argument that the UAE has more than one idea.
United Arab Emirates Map: Must-See Experiences
- Burj Khalifa observation decks (124th & 148th floor)
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi
- Dubai Mall & Dubai Fountain show
- Palm Jumeirah & Atlantis
- Dubai Creek & Deira Gold Souk
- Desert Safari with dune bashing & camel riding
- Louvre Abu Dhabi
- Old Dubai (Al Fahidi Historic District)
- Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
- Sharjah's Blue Souq & Heritage Area
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Oct–Apr: cooler temps, outdoor-friendly; Nov–Mar: peak season, desert safaris ideal; Summer: extreme heat, indoor malls, deep hotel discounts
3–4 days: Dubai highlights; 5–6 days: Dubai + Abu Dhabi; 7–8 days: add Sharjah, desert camps, Palm Jumeirah
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah
Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall), Dubai Creek/Deira, Palm Jumeirah, Abu Dhabi Corniche, Al Fahidi Historic District
Day1 Burj Khalifa + Dubai Fountain; Day2 Al Fahidi + Gold Souk + Creek; Day3 Palm Jumeirah + Atlantis; Day4 Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Mosque + Louvre; Day5 Ferrari World + desert safari