A sprawling desert metropolis and the UAE’s most visited destination, Dubai has become a beacon of innovation and spectacle teeming with glitzy skyscrapers and opulent atmosphere.
It has forged a reputation as a premier destination for shopping, fine dining and all-inclusive stays, attracting visitors from across the globe as it undertakes ambitious development projects that have seen it become home to numerous superlatives, including the world’s tallest building and one of biggest malls on the planet.
One of these projects is the Dubai Marina. Started in 2003, the area has spawned towering buildings against the calm of the water and has since evolved into one of the city’s favourite social hangouts along the shore as well as a hive for entertainment and activities.
You won’t be without things to do in this city within a city, serving as a hub of water-based activities, or why not see the Marina from above with a skydiving session? But where to start? We’ve rounded up a list of the best things to do while visiting as well as a few places to stay.
1. Go on a walk
The Dubai Marina Walk covers almost five miles of waterside promenade and is home to over 60 dining venues and 305 retail outlets, making it a great way to spend a day. Picturesque waterfront views can be enjoyed throughout the route, while the presence of dozens of skyscrapers such as Princess Tower, Cayan Tower and Marina 101 add up to a backdrop of staggering urban beauty.
The walk itself will take you across a number of the attractions mentioned below, from the Mall to several cruise starting points. For something a little different, head to Covent Garden Market, an open-air market that runs from October to April.
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2. Hit the beach
If the sweltering temperatures are getting too much, a visit to the beach might be a good way to cool off. Across the Marina and onto the coast, family-friendly beaches offer long stretches of golden sand that gently slope into the emerald waters of the Arabian Gulf. While most of the beach is free and open to the…
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