With this ticket, you'll have access to the world's largest frame, a structure symbolically linking the UAE's past to its present. You can learn how Dubai transformed from its roots as a fishing village to the glittering metropolis it is today.
You can also head up to the Sky Deck level to see the difference between the Old Dubai of the north and the New Dubai of the south, with views over souks, hotels, palaces, malls, skyscrapers and more.
User reviews, Excellent, 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1252 reviews
This ticket will give you admission to the Dubai Frame, standing at 492 feet with a 100-yard bridge. The Dubai Frame offers views of both modern and old Dubai.
As part of your experience, you can visit the on-site gallery and museum to learn about Dubai's transformative growth. Once a fishing village, the city is now a technological hotspot with ultra-modern architecture.
Duration: 4 hours
User reviews, Very good, 4.3 out of 5 stars from 675 reviews
The dynamic allure of Dubai is presented with a professional English‑speaking local tour guide who will save you time and help you see the city’s major attractions. This comprehensive guided tour offers a deep dive into Dubai’s most prominent tourist spots, bringing together cultural heritage sites and the city’s upcoming developments. Along the way you’ll enjoy a scenic journey on Dubai’s waterways and gain local insight into how the city is changing.
As you move through the highlights, you’ll learn about Dubai’s heritage and modern growth from a local perspective. The experience includes comfortable travel and convenient pick‑up and drop‑off from your hotel in Dubai or the seaport, so you can relax between stops. Overall, the tour is designed to give you a clear sense of the city’s past, present and emerging future without the need for hours of planning.
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes
User reviews, Exceptional, 4.8 out of 5 stars from 501 reviews
An unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour lets you explore Dubai at your own pace from an open-top deck. As the bus moves around the city, you’ll enjoy 360-degree views of the skyline and waterfront, and you can step off whenever you want to spend more time at a sight that interests you.
Along the route you’ll see major landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa, Atlantis the Palm and Dubai Marina. Light audio commentary is provided on board and is highly informative, so you’ll learn about the Dubai way of life and the history behind the places you pass. The experience is flexible and self-paced, so you can shape your sightseeing around the things you most want to explore.
User reviews, Very good, 4.2 out of 5 stars from 55 reviews
At this cool, indoor butterfly garden right next to Dubai Miracle Garden, you will walk among thousands of colourful butterflies flying freely around you. You will move through vibrant, flower-filled domes that stay comfortable whatever the season, creating a peaceful, almost magical setting that offers an easy escape from the city noise. The experience suits families, couples, and anyone who enjoys nature or photography, and you will be able to take striking photos for your Instagram or travel album along the way.
As you explore, you will learn cool facts about butterflies at the interactive museum, adding a simple educational element to the visit. The location beside Dubai Miracle Garden makes it easy to visit both attractions on the same day. It offers a unique experience you won’t find anywhere else in Dubai.
Duration: 8 hours - 10 hours
User reviews, Very good, 4.1 out of 5 stars from 18 reviews
This guided city tour of Dubai brings together the city's modern icons and its historic heart. You’ll travel by air-conditioned vehicle as you see landmarks such as the Dubai Frame and the mega-tall Burj Khalifa, and view the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab along the coastline. Along the way you’ll also take in the man-made Palm Jumeirah from vantage points that highlight Dubai’s contemporary skyline and engineering.
As you move into Old Dubai, you’ll visit the historic Gold and Spice souks and experience local trading life. You’ll cross Dubai Creek on an ‘abra’ water taxi to get a feel for the traditional waterways that shaped the city. Your guide will share insights about Dubai’s history and culture to help put the sights into context. Hotel, port and central pickup and drop-off are included for you, and all travel between stops is provided in air-conditioned transport.
The Dubai Frame is one of the newest additions to the city's skyline. It consists of two 150-metre-tall vertical towers joined by a 100-square-metre bridge, and it will give you a broad vantage point over the city — useful if you have limited time or want to see Dubai at a glance.
Inside, the attraction houses a museum and gallery where images and cutting‑edge technology are used to show how Dubai grew from a simple fishing village into the ultra‑modern city it is today. As you move through the exhibits, you will explore that transformation visually and interactively. After you’ve seen the museum displays, you’ll take an elevator to the bridge. From there you will enjoy a panoramic view of Dubai from the frame itself, combining the interpretive displays below with a striking perspective across the city.
Duration: 2 hours
User reviews, Excellent, 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4 reviews
This guided tour lets you experience both old and new Dubai with a mix of well-known landmarks and traditional scenes. You will visit the Dubai Frame and stop to take photos in front of the Burj Al Arab and the Museum of the Future. Along the way, your guide will point out contrasts between the city’s modern architecture and its historic roots.
You will ride an abra boat and explore the old souks, moving from waterfront views to the narrow streets of the market areas. As you explore, you’ll see different sides of Dubai and get a sense of how the city’s past and present sit together. The tour focuses on these key sights: the Dubai Frame, Burj Al Arab, Museum of the Future, an abra boat ride, and the old souks.
Duration: 5 hours - 6 hours
User reviews, Exceptional, 4.8 out of 5 stars from 29 reviews
This Dubai city tour balances modern architecture and cultural heritage so you get a clear sense of the city in a short time. Along the way you'll stop at landmarks including the Burj Al Arab, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Frame and the Al Fahidi Historical District. Rather than just driving past, the tour includes immersive moments such as a traditional Abra boat ride across Dubai Creek and visits to the Gold and Spice Souks where you can feel the city’s trading history.
You’ll travel with a knowledgeable guide and benefit from convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off. Whether it’s your first time in Dubai or you’re short on time, the route brings together the city’s highlights in one seamless journey so you see and learn about both its modern marvels and its historic roots.
Duration: 5 hours
User reviews, Exceptional, 5 out of 5 stars from 2 reviews
AYA Universe Dubai is an immersive experience that uses light, sound and interactive digital art to create a series of themed environments. You will move through more than ten unique rooms, each designed as a different realm. Expect vibrant colours, moving projections and effects that respond to your presence and steps as you explore.
As you wander from space to space, you will see changing visuals and hear immersive audio that combine with motion-responsive elements. Along the way, you will find many photo opportunities and moments to pause and take in the changing scenes. The experience is suited to families, couples and solo visitors who enjoy visual art and technology coming together in an interactive setting. The attraction presents a blend of contemporary art and digital design, offering a varied sensory experience in each room.
Duration: 3 hours - 4 hours
User reviews, Exceptional, 5 out of 5 stars from 2 reviews
The Dubai Frame sits in Zabeel Park as a 150-metre tall rectangular structure of steel and glass. As you stand before it, you’ll see its striking frame shape that has become a popular tourist attraction and an iconic symbol of modern Dubai. From the observation deck on the bridge at the top, you’ll get panoramic views of the city skyline, including landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa and the Emirates Towers.
Inside the Dubai Frame, interactive exhibits and displays explain Dubai’s past, present and future. As you move through the space, you’ll learn about the city’s development and see visual presentations that connect historical scenes with the modern skyline outside. Along the way, the combination of exhibits and the high-level viewpoint will give you both context and wide-reaching vistas of Dubai.
Duration: 2 hours
User reviews, Exceptional, 5 out of 5 stars from 1 review
The Dubai Frame offers a blend of striking architecture and sweeping views that link the city’s past with its future. With this ticket, you’ll access the observation deck and move through exhibits and interactive displays that trace Dubai’s development from its humble beginnings to the modern skyline. Along the way, you’ll see historical exhibits that explain the city’s transformation and engage with displays that bring that story to life.
You’ll also cross the glass sky deck for a unique vantage point. From there you can take in panoramic views of both old and new Dubai, giving a clear sense of how the city has changed. The experience combines informative displays with the visual impact of the frame itself, making a visit to the Dubai Frame both educational and visually striking.
Duration: 1 hour - 1 hour 30 minutes
User reviews, Good, 3.8 out of 5 stars from 5 reviews
Aboard Bustronomy Dubai, a luxurious double-decker bus with a panoramic glass roof, you will enjoy a charming afternoon tea as the sun sets over the city. You will sip premium tea and savour a delicate selection of pastries and finger sandwiches, all beautifully presented on elegant three-tiered trays. The panoramic roof offers wide views as daylight softens, and you'll hear multilingual audio commentary to add context as you travel.
As the bus cruises through Dubai, you will pass iconic landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa, the Museum of the Future, the Dubai Frame and Zaabeel Palace, along with other notable sights. Golden-hour light will frame the skyline, creating a serene, scenic atmosphere that suits sunset lovers and anyone who prefers relaxed sightseeing with refreshments.
You’ll begin at The Pointe, Palm Atlantis and set out to explore both traditional and modern sides of Dubai. As you move through the city, you’ll visit Madinat Jumeirah Souk and the Blue Mosque, and see the iconic Burj Al Arab. Along the way you’ll get a sense of Dubai’s varied architecture and cultural spots.
The tour continues at Dubai Mall, where you’ll have free time to dine and shop before visiting the Burj Khalifa. You’ll also visit the Museum of the Future and enter the Dubai Frame. The day ends with a visit to the vibrant Gold Souk and Spice Souk. A comfortable hotel drop-off will conclude your time exploring Dubai’s diverse landscapes.
This carefully planned outing will take you through Dubai’s contrasts, beginning at the iconic Zabeel Palace. You will then visit the Museum of the Future to see its innovative exhibits before enjoying views that connect Dubai’s past and present at the Dubai Frame. As you move through the city, you will explore the historic Bastakiya neighbourhood and sense how tradition sits alongside modern development.
Along the way you will board a traditional wooden abra at the Abra Station for a short ride across Dubai Creek, then wander the lively Spice Souq and the nearby Gold Souq. You will pass the distinctive silhouette of the Burj Al Arab for photos and board the Monorail at the Monorail Gateway station for the ride out to Atlantis. A stop at the vibrant Dubai Marina will give you another photo opportunity, and the experience will finish at Dubai Mall where you will see the fountain show.
Duration: 8 hours - 10 hours
User reviews, Excellent, 4.4 out of 5 stars from 11 reviews