City of Arabia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit City of Arabia
Popular places to visit
Global Village
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Global Village during your trip to Dubai. Stroll along the area's marina or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
IMG Worlds of Adventure
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at IMG Worlds of Adventure during your trip to Dubai. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in the area.
Burj Khalifa
Soar up the world’s tallest structure for a unique perspective on this breath-taking city.
Dubai Mall
Shop ‘til you drop at one of the largest retail and entertainment centres in the world.
Burj Al Arab
Burj Al Arab is just one of the places to see in Dubai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's desert landscapes and shops.
Marina Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Marina Beach, a popular beach in Dubai. Stroll along the marina or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Dubai Half-Day Tour with Creek, Souks, Blue Mosque & Dubai Frame Tickets
Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Double-Decker Bus with optional Dhow Cruise
Dubai Half-Day City Tour with Visit to Dubai Gold Souk
Burj Khalifa - At The Top 124th Floor Observation Deck Tickets
Dubai: Skip-The-Line Ticket to Butterfly Garden
City of Lights: Dubai Night Experience with Gray Line
Our pick of the best City of Arabia Hotel Deals
Grand Millennium Business Bay
Very poor customer service We were there on a leisure trip. After 4 days we were informed that the pool and adjoining area would be closed and would not reopen for the duration of our stay. When we approached the front desk the manager was completely unsympathetic
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Atlantis, The Palm
Everything was great except the room itself which looked very old.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
Very good
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
Perfect
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection by IHG
Staff was amazing. Very courteous. Great breakfast options. Only issue was spa, gym and restaurant wasn’t available for my stay.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The First Collection Marina, Dubai, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around City of Arabia
Al Quoz
The beaches and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Al Quoz. Alserkal Avenue Arts District and Oasis Centre Mall are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Noor Bank Station or Equiti Station to get around the larger area.
Dubai Creek Harbour
Dubai Creek Harbour might not have many top sights, but Dubai Festival City Mall and Dubai Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Business Bay
If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Dubai Water Canal and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.
Al Barsha
Enjoy the popular shops in Al Barsha. Mall of the Emirates is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Mashreq Metro Station or Mall of the Emirates Station to see more of Dubai.
Downtown Dubai
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.
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.
