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United Arab Emirates trip planner

Skyscrapers, desert dunes, and luxury on the Arabian Gulf.

The UAE — Dubai and Abu Dhabi — is a stopover favorite and a destination in its own right. Modern skylines, world-class malls, desert safaris, and beach resorts.

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Best time to visit

Nov–Mar

Currency

UAE Dirham (AED)

Language

Arabic, English

Top experiences in United Arab Emirates

Burj Khalifa & Downtown Dubai

World's tallest building, Dubai Fountain, and the Dubai Mall.

Desert safari

Dune bashing, camel rides, and Bedouin-style dinners under the stars.

Old Dubai

Al Fahidi historic district, gold and spice souks, abra boats across the creek.

Sheikh Zayed Mosque

Abu Dhabi's white-marble masterpiece — one of the world's most beautiful mosques.

Average temperatures in United Arab Emirates

Dubai — hot desert climate.

MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High24° / 75°F25° / 77°F29° / 84°F33° / 91°F38° / 100°F40° / 104°F41° / 106°F41° / 106°F39° / 102°F35° / 95°F30° / 86°F26° / 79°F
Low14° / 57°F15° / 59°F17° / 63°F21° / 70°F25° / 77°F28° / 82°F30° / 86°F30° / 86°F27° / 81°F23° / 73°F19° / 66°F16° / 61°F

Temperatures shown in °C (with °F). Averages based on long-term climate normals for the country's main hub.

Sample itinerary

  1. Days 1–2: Dubai — Burj Khalifa At the Top, Dubai Mall, fountain show, Marina walk.
  2. Day 3: Old Dubai — souks, Al Fahidi, abra ride, dinner cruise.
  3. Day 4: Desert safari — dune bashing, sandboarding, Bedouin dinner.
  4. Day 5: Abu Dhabi day trip — Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Corniche.
  5. Days 6–7: Beach resort day at Palm Jumeirah or Jumeirah Beach.

Foods to try

ShawarmaMachboosHummusFalafelLuqaimatKarak chaiCamel milk

Travel tips

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