Things to do in Dubai

Things to do in Dubai

7,935 ranked activities97 in the 90+ Club

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What are the best things to do in Dubai?

Outty ranks 7,935 bookable experiences in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The highest scoring is Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp at 97 out of 100, followed by Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, Quad, Camel, Dune Bash, BBQ & Shows, Dubai Evening Desert Safari Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner & Live Shows, Evening Desert Safari BBQ Dinner Camel Ride & Optional Quad Bike. Prices start at $8 per person and 97 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club.

Ranked experiences
7,935
In the 90+ Club
97
From
$8 per person
Bookable today
120

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Best Things to Do in Dubai

Get oriented fast: the major attraction hubs, the best ways to experience them, and how the Outty Ranking compares every option.

Top tour operators in Dubai

The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Dubai they cover.

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Most Popular in Dubai

The experiences travelers book most right now.

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Most Highly Reviewed in Dubai

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

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Last Minute in Dubai

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Dubai

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Dubai

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in Dubai

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Dubai

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Dubai

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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What are the best things to do in Dubai?
Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp is the highest ranked experience in Dubai, scoring 97 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 12,901 traveler reviews. Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, Quad, Camel, Dune Bash, BBQ & Shows, Dubai Evening Desert Safari Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner & Live Shows, Evening Desert Safari BBQ Dinner Camel Ride & Optional Quad Bike, Red Dunes Safari Dubai Quad Bike Camel Ride Sandboard &BBQ Dinner round out the top five. Outty ranks 7,935 bookable experiences in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and 97 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Dubai cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Dubai is $50 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $8 on VIP Red Dune Safari Dubai,Pick/Drop,Camel Ride, Quad & BBQ Dinner. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Dubai for today?
Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Dubai currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Dubai good for families?
Yes. 9 of the experiences we rank in Dubai are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Dubai?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Dubai?
120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Dubai offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Dubai gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Dubai so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.