Dubai, no doubt is an iconic city, and no matter how many days you stay in the city, you will not feel bored. There are several tourist attractions and adventurous spots in the city which will keep you entertained throughout your stay. However, if you are visiting Dubai only for two days, then you need to create an itinerary well in advance so that you do not miss out on major attractions in the city. Hence, we have created a 48-hour Travel Guide to Experiencing the Best of Dubai for you. So, without further ado, let’s check out all those activities that you can take part in and the spots you can go to to have a wholesome experience.
Day 1 itinerary (Destinations covered in the first 24 Hours)
Destinations covered in the morning (8:00 AM to 1:00 PM)
- 8:00 AM (Breakfast at Burj Khalifa)- First of all, you should go to the Burj Khalifa and enjoy a fresh and delicious breakfast in the At.mosphere. This restaurant is located at the 122nd floor of Burj Khalifa.
- 9:30 AM (Go to the Observation Deck)- After enjoying your breakfast, you can go to the Burj Khalifa observation deck which is located on the 148th floor. Here, you can witness the panoramic view of the city which is certainly mesmerizing.
- 11:00 AM (Dubai Mall)- Situated in close proximity, you can then head to the Dubai Mall for an ultimate shopping experience. Don’t forget to visit the Dubai Aquarium and underwater zoo for a memorable experience.
Sites covered in the afternoon (1:00 PM to 6:30 PM)
- 1:00 PM (Time to have lunch)- If you are feeling a bit tired, you can now go to one of the restaurants at the Dubai Festival City to enjoy a traditional Emirati lunch. Here, you can savor some local dishes or choose to go to a restaurant of your choice.
- 2:30 PM (Go to some heritage sites)- At this time, you can go to the Dubai Museum followed by going to the Al Fahidi Historical District. This will give you an insight into how the city got transformed over the years and witness wind tower houses.
- 4:00 PM (Time to have some fun)- At this hour, you can go enjoy the Abra ride which will drop you at the Gold and Spice Souk of Dubai where you can shop for ornaments, spices, and perfumes. After this, you can head to enjoy the Evening Desert Safari.
Evening itinerary (6:30 PM to 9:00 PM)
- 6:30 PM (Go for Desert Safari)- Find an adventurous escape from the city and take part in the evening desert safari activities. Here, you can enjoy dune bashing, camel riding, sandboarding and so much more.
- 8:30 PM (Enjoy your dinner in the desert)- After enjoying all the activities at the desert, you can head straightaway to the desert camp where you can enjoy a Barbeque meal while enjoying belly dance performances and traditional music.
Day 2 itinerary (Sites covered in the next 24 hours)
Morning Itinerary (8:00 AM to 1:00 PM)
- 8:00 AM (Enjoy a fresh breakfast at Atlantis The Palm)- Go to “The Lounge” which is present at Atlantis The Palm to enjoy a fresh and scrumptious breakfast while having the most luxurious experience and an eye-catching view of Palm Jumeirah.
- 9:00 AM (Go to Aquaventure Waterpark)- If you are an adventure-lover, you should go to the Aquaventure Waterpark which is present at the Atlantis where you can enjoy several water rides and watch the open-air aquarium having a huge collection of aquamarine animals. S
- 11:00 AM (Ride the monorail)- Now, you can go to the Palm Jumeirah wherein you can ride the monorail to enjoy a panoramic view of Dubai.
Things to do in the afternoon (1:00 PM to 5:00 PM)
- 1:00 PM (Go for lunch)- After riding the monorail, you can then go to Zuma at the Gate Village to enjoy a delicious lunch meal.
- 2:00 PM (Mall of Emirates)- At this time, you can go to the Mall of the Emirates and Ski Dubai where you can indulge in a shopping experience and enjoy the Ski resort. Afterwards, you can go to the Dubai Opera.
Evening itinerary (5:00 PM to 9:00 PM)
- 5:00 PM (Enjoy the glimmering evening)- During the evening, you can go to the Burj Khalifa to enjoy the night view of the Burj Khalifa and then go to the Dubai Creek Harbour.
- 7:00 PM Onwards (Dubai Global Village and Dinner)- then, you can head straightaway to the Dubai Global Village (seasonal) and then head to the Pierchic where you can enjoy a scrumptious dinner.
In this itinerary, we will have covered shopping destinations, gourmet dining, cultural heritage, and some iconic landmarks in the city to experience Dubai at its best. Hence, you can consider this to be a 48-hour Travel Guide to Experiencing the Best of Dubai.
A 48-Hour Travel Guide to Experiencing the Best of Dubai