Bur Dubai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dubai Creek featuring a marina, boating and a bay or harbour
Zabeel Park showing a garden
Dubai Creek featuring a coastal town, boating and a bay or harbour
Zabeel Park featuring a park
Dubai Creek showing boating, central business district and a city

Popular places to visit

Dubai Cruise Terminal

Dubai Cruise Terminal

4/5(5 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Dubai Cruise Terminal and enjoy activities such as boating in Dubai. Wander the riverfront or discover the desert landscapes in this culturally rich area.

Dubai Cruise Terminal
Dubai Museum

Dubai Museum

4.5/5(19 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Dubai Museum during your trip to Dubai. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the desert landscapes in this culturally rich area.

Dubai Museum
Dubai Frame

Dubai Frame

3.5/5(5 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Dubai when you stop by Dubai Frame. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Dubai Frame
Wafi City Mall

Wafi City Mall

4.5/5(6 reviews)

During your trip to Dubai, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Wafi City Mall. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Wafi City Mall
Zabeel Park featuring a park

Zabeel Park

This large family-friendly park is full of fun attractions including gardens, sports fields and a hi-tech theme park for children.

Zabeel Park
Textile Souq

Textile Souq

4/5(1 review)

During your trip to Dubai, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Textile Souq. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Textile Souq

Activities

Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma

Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma

NZ$62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma
Dubai Garden Glow Entry Ticket

Dubai Garden Glow Entry Ticket

NZ$49
per adult
Dubai Garden Glow Entry Ticket
Dubai: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Quad Biking Options

Dubai: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Quad Biking Options

NZ$53
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Quad Biking Options
The View at The Palm General Admission Ticket

The View at The Palm General Admission Ticket (Non Prime Time)

NZ$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The View at The Palm General Admission Ticket (Non Prime Time)
Dubai City Tour - The historical tour

Dubai City Tour - The historical tour

NZ$41
per traveller
74% of travellers recommend
Dubai City Tour - The historical tour
Burj Khalifa - 124th Flr. At The Top Ticket with Gray Line

Burj Khalifa - At The Top 124th Floor Observation Deck Tickets

NZ$93
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Burj Khalifa - At The Top 124th Floor Observation Deck Tickets
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Our pick of the best Bur Dubai Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Dubai

Grand Hyatt Dubai

5 out of 5
Riyadh Street, Sheikh Rashid Road Dubai
The price is NZ$421 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
NZ$421
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews)
Nice hotel for work or family stays

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Grand Hyatt Dubai
Millennium Place Marina

Millennium Place Marina

4 out of 5
Al Marsa Street Dubai Dubai
The price is NZ$337 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
NZ$337
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,288 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Millennium Place Marina
Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront

5 out of 5
Al Abraaj Street Dubai
The price is NZ$400 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
NZ$400
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,225 reviews)
Staff were all courteous and helpful. It was a nice experience and we’ll definitely recommend Radisson blu to our families and friends.

Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront
Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm

5 out of 5
Crescent Road Dubai
The price is NZ$1,218 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
NZ$1,218
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,627 reviews)
Great hotel Luxury resort, worth a visit

Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Atlantis, The Palm
Shangri-La Dubai

Shangri-La Dubai

5 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai
The price is NZ$532 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
NZ$532
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,545 reviews)
The location is excellent the service is excellent beautiful hotel

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Shangri-La Dubai
Gevora Hotel

Gevora Hotel

4 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Next to Al Attar Dubai
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$391 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$391
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Everything was excellent. Especially loved the pool & pool bar. Nice Breakfast

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Gevora Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Bur Dubai

Zabeel Park showing a garden

Za'abeel

Well liked for its restaurants and theme parks, Za'abeel is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dubai Frame and Dubai Garden Glow, and jump on the metro at Max Fashion Station to get around the city.

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DIFC

DIFC is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Tabari Artspace and XVA Gallery, and you can get around town on the metro at Financial Centre Station.

DIFC
Gold Souk featuring cbd, a city and signage

Deira

4/5(97 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Deira. Check out top attractions like Gold Souk and Dubai Creek, and jump on the metro at Abu Baker Al Siddique Station or Salah Al Din Station to see more of the city.

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Jadaf

Spend some time visiting places like Dubai Creek while getting to know Jadaf, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Creek Station or Al Jadaf Station to see more of the area.

Jadaf
Dubai Mall showing interior views and shopping

Downtown Dubai

4/5(69 area reviews)

Dubai Mall and KidZania are top sights in Downtown Dubai, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station or Dubai Trolley Station 2 Tram Station to see more sights in the area.

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Al Wasl

Al Wasl is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coca-Cola Arena and City Walk.

Al Wasl

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