Top Dubai Half-day Tours

Delve deeper into the sights and culture of traditional Dubai than you could do alone easily on this tour. Rather than spend hours researching what to see, do and eat in old Dubai, rely on a guide to save time and ensure you don’t miss anything. Shop in souks with tips from your guide, cross the creek by “abra” water taxi, visit Dubai Museum, roam the Al Fahidi quarter and enjoy street food, Arabic coffee and other tastings.

Discover the landmarks of Dubai old and new on a half-day guided city tour. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, get to know modern Dubai, seeing Dubai Marina, the Burj Al Arab, and meg-tall Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest tower. Plus, delve into historical Dubai with visits to Al Bastakiya, Dubai Museum, and the Gold and Spice Souks, plus an ‘abra’ water taxi ride on Dubai Creek. Hotel, port, and central pickup and drop-off included.

Exploring Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Mosque independently may leave you with only a superficial take on this vast place of worship—the UAE’s biggest. Get the very most from a visit on this half-day tour from Dubai, with a guide to ensure you cover the highlights and discover important details. Admire the interiors, get to understand the mosaics and calligraphy; and delve deeper into the mosque’s history than you would alone.

Many experiences in Dubai take you into the desert in the afternoon or at nighttime, but this quad bike safari lets you explore the Dubai Desert at one of the most beautiful times of the day. You’ll get to see the sunrise over the dunes as you spend time doing outdoor activities such as dune bashing, quad biking, and sandboarding.

Take advantage of your morning on a half-day tour of the Arabian Desert with convenient round-trip transport from your Dubai hotel. In addition to navigating, your guide offers a range of activities for all ages, including dune bashing, sandboarding, and camel rides.

Drive an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) at full throttle across the sands and enjoy an exciting program of other desert exploits in one fuss-free trip with this premium experience from Dubai. Hit the red dunes of the Lahbab desert, bump around a 60-minute ATV circuit, and relax Bedouin-style at the 5-star Al Khayma camp. Sip coffee, ride camels, and enjoy an Arabic-costume photoshoot, barbecue-buffet, dance shows, and stargazing before returning.

Sightseeing in Dubai can mean walking between landmarks or waiting for cabs in sweltering heat. This private half-day city tour by private air-conditioned vehicle means you arrive at highlights such as the Palm Jumeirah and Deira’s souks feeling coolly relaxed. Plus, you enjoy personalized insight from a guide and the crowd-free atmosphere of a private group. Return hotel transfers and a choice of departures are included, with entry fees excluded.

See Dubai from a different perspective at the city’s newest attraction—the Dubai Frame. With this admission ticket, gain access to the structures museum and gallery to learn about Dubai’s evolution from a humble fishing village to a modern metropolis. Then, take the elevator to the bridge to enjoy unparalleled views of the old city on one side and New Dubai on the other.

Dubai has traditions and history that are challenging to spot for newcomers, especially if they stick to the usual tourist circuit. On this small-group tour, see the “real” old Dubai starting from Al Fahidi historical neighborhood, which shows how the city appeared from about the mid-19th-century through the 1970s. Other highlights include visiting Al Seef, the Dubai Museum and Al Fahidi Fort, and the Coins Museum. Finish your tour with a traditional boat ride to gold and spice markets.

Admire the glittering lights and sights of downtown Dubai on a 4-hour evening tour, with a local guide. Traveling between attractions by air-conditioned minibus, take a stroll around Madinat Jumeirah, where lantern-lit lanes, wind towers and waterways create a magical evening oasis. Soak up the buzz and skyscrapers on Dubai Marina Walk. Admire a breathtaking evening Fountain Show infront of Burj Khalifa

Discover the best of Dubai on this small-group tour with a local guide. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle and take in top landmarks like the Museum of the Future, Dubai Mall, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Blue Mosque, Dubai Mall, and Dubai Gold Souk and Spice Souk, with photo stops at Burj Khalifa and Atlantis Hotel.

The towering Dubai Frame is one of Dubai’s most unique architectural landmarks and affords incredible views of the city from its top walkway. On this half-day tour, combine a self-guided visit to the Dubai Frame with a comprehensive city tour of Dubai. Ride a traditional abra water taxi across Dubai Creek, browse the Gold and Spice souks, visit Palm Jumeirah Island, and enjoy photo stops at Jumeirah Mosque, Burj Al Arab, and Atlantis the Palm.

Dip into old and modern Dubai on an excursion which serves up some landmarks and discoveries missed by standard itineraries, and saves you the time of planning your own tour. Explore the 21-domed Blue Mosque—modeled on Istanbul's famous namesake—view the Palm and Burj Al Arab, ride an 'abra' water taxi to the Gold and Spice souks, and experience Dubai's traditional culture at a heritage house museum and restaurant. Hotel, airport and port pickups and drop-offs make everything extra-easy.

If you have time for one non-desert tour from Dubai, Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a must. Completed in 2007, the UAE’s biggest mosque is a masterwork of marble domes and colonnades that has to be seen. Enjoy a guided tour of its highlights including the prayer hall, and learn about its design and history. Entrance fees, air-conditioned transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and choice of morning and afternoon departure included.

The desert plays a huge part in Dubai’s culture and this safari helps you to experience the best of it. Enjoy a thrilling dune bashing session in a 4x4 with an experienced driver. Then, slide down a giant sand dune on a sandboard for stunning views of the desert. Finally, mount your camel for a relaxing ride around the dunes.

Experience the ultimate luxury onboard a superyacht with with a live DJ and swimming. Cruise in Dubai Harbor and savor a lavish breakfast, lunch, or dinner and a live station with premium beverages. Board a 144-foot luxury superyacht with three decks and see another side of Dubai. Relax on board with family or friends and make the most of the facilities as you sail past key attractions like the Jumeirah Beach Residence, Palm Jumeriah, and the Bluewater island. Begin this VIP experience with a red-carpet welcome before boarding the yacht. Head to the top deck where the DJ keeps the party vibes going. Dance as you cruise past the Ain Wheel and the Burj Al Arab (subject to the sea conditions). Enjoy the views as well as breakfast, lunch, or dinner with a drink station that has premium beverages. Visit the sky lounge to chill out or go to the lower deck where you can soak up some peace and quiet. The sunbed and seating area is ideal for sunbathing, sunset views, and photo moments.

Perfect for business travelers who are busy during the day or those who have a long layover at the airport, this evening hours tour of Dubai offers a chance to see the bright lights, sights, and skyline of Dubai at night. Visit top attractions like Jumeirah Mosque, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Mall, and more. See the fountain show at Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, and visit the Dubai Water Canal. There is nothing like seeing Dubai at night, and you are sure to get some great photos on this tour.

Experience a desert safari on this excursion from Dubai. Venture to a desert camp and after Arabic coffee and dates, take off on a thrilling quad bike ride across the sands. Enjoy a camel ride, see some sand art, get a henna tattoo, and finish with a starlit barbecue dinner back at the camp. As you feast on delicious Arabic dishes, watch a sequinned belly dancing show and hypnotic ‘tanoura’ performance, with dancers spinning in time to traditional Emirati music.

Hop aboard a tour bus for this half-day guided tour of Dubai. The itinerary highlights include stops at the Dubai Creek, Grand Mosque of Jumeirah, and Burj Al Arab. You’ll also be able to cross the creek by boat in an authentic motorized "abra.” The tour wraps up with a stop at the Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa, where you can travel up to the 124th floor.

See Dubai’s highlights in a short amount of time with this stress-free tour. Traveling in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, visit the beachside Burj Al Arab hotel, the Grand Mosque of Jumeirah, the vibrant Al Bastikiya neighborhood, the Dubai Museum, and more. End your tour by exploring the textile markets, and the Spice and Gold Souk.

Explore Dubai’s old and newest sights on a half-day sightseeing tour. With a private guide, travel by air-conditioned minivan between the city’s must-see sights. Admire top Dubai attractions such as Jumeirah Mosque and the iconic Burj Al-Arab and head inside Dubai Museum to trace the city’s history. Lastly, cross Dubai Creek on a traditional ‘abra’ water taxi, and explore the Spice and Gold souks as your guide provides commentary.

Throw yourself into the action of Aquaventure Waterpark in Dubai with an entrance-only, all-day ticket. Part of the Atlantis The Palm resort, the Aquaventure Dubai boasts impressive water rides and adventures fit for all ages. Enjoy the attractions as you wish: career down corkscrew chutes, ride through shark tunnels, watch the little ones at the new Splasher’s Island area, and unwind on the lazy rivers. Depending on the option you have chosen, enjoy admission to The Lost Chambers, the Atlantis-themed aquarium containing 65,000 marine animals across 21 exhibits.

See the breathtaking sites of Dubai from the top of the world’s tallest building. Visit the observation deck 124th floor of the iconic Burj Khalifa. At 1,483 feet (452 meters) tall, this living wonder is the most popular attraction in Dubai. Choose from an indoor, floor-to-ceiling glass view or step outside into the open-air terrace. Then enjoy a 360-degree view of the city, desert and ocean below. Special telescopes provide a closer look at the sites. Also, enjoy a multimedia presentation of the history of Dubai and pick up a souvenir on the way back down.