5-Day Budget Dubai Explorer

Discover Old Dubai on foot, explore traditional heritage quarters, browse spice and gold souks, and take in panoramic views from the Dubai Frame.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Arabian Tea House Cafe

   08:30 – 09:30

   Start the day with traditional Emirati breakfast items in the historic courtyard setting of Al Fahidi.

2. 09:45|11:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Dubai Walking Tour

   09:45 – 11:45

   Join a guided walking tour covering the historic lanes, architecture, and cultural landmarks of Old Dubai.

   • entryINR 3997
3. 11:45|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

   11:45 – 12:30

   Wander past wind-tower structures and visit local art galleries in one of Dubai's oldest districts.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Al Ustad Special Kabab

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy affordable, authentic Persian kebabs at a long-running local favourite eatery in Bur Dubai.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Shopping

   Stroll through the Dubai Gold Souk

   14:00 – 15:30

   Walk through the covered alleys of Deira to browse gold jewelry and trade displays.

6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Dubai Frame

   16:00 – 17:30

   Visit Zabeel Park to view old and new Dubai from the glass-floored sky bridge of the Dubai Frame.

   • entryFree
7. 18:00|19:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening at Dubai Creek

   18:00 – 19:30

   Watch wooden dhows and modern boats travel down the historic waterway as the sun sets.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Al Seef Heritage Restaurant

   19:30 – 20:30

   Dine along the water's edge in the restored Al Seef waterfront district.

Spend the day exploring modern innovations, high-end shopping venues, marine exhibits, and panoramic high-rise views.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Clinton St. Baking Company

   08:30 – 09:30

   Eat breakfast near Downtown Dubai with freshly baked options and coffee.

2. 09:45|11:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Dubai Museum of the Future

   09:45 – 11:15

   Examine immersive exhibits on space, bioengineering, and future technologies.

   • entryFree
3. 11:30|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Dubai Future Foundation Visit

   11:30 – 12:30

   Learn about modern technological initiatives shaping city planning and innovation.

   • entryUSD 25
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Social House Dubai Mall

   12:30 – 13:30

   Sample international dishes while looking out towards the fountain plaza.

5. 13:45|15:30
   

   Shopping

   Dubai Mall Shopping Spree

   13:45 – 15:30

   Explore the retail complex, indoor waterfalls, and public displays inside Dubai Mall.

6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

   15:45 – 17:15

   Walk through the main aquarium tunnel to see sharks, rays, and aquatic life.

   • entryAED 35
7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Admission Ticket to the Top 124 and 125 of the Burj Khalifa

   17:30 – 19:00

   Ascend the world's tallest tower to observation decks for city views.

   • entryINR 6108
8. 19:00|19:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Dubai Fountain Show

   19:00 – 19:30

   Watch the choreographed water, light, and music performance on Burj Lake.

   • entryFree
9. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Karam Beirut

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy Middle Eastern dishes at a classic Lebanese restaurant overlooking Downtown.

Relax on Dubai's beaches, stroll modern waterfront markets, and cruise through Dubai Marina.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Surf Cafe Dubai

   08:30 – 09:30

   Casual breakfast with fresh juices and coffee near the Jumeirah coast.

2. 09:45|11:30
   

   Outdoor

   Kite Beach

   09:45 – 11:30

   Walk along the sandy coastline and observe watersports with views of the Burj Al Arab.

3. 11:45|12:30
   

   Shopping

   Explore Souk Madinat Jumeirah

   11:45 – 12:30

   Browse traditional stalls, handicrafts, and indoor waterways in an Arabian bazaar setting.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Maria Bonita Taco Shop

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat casual Mexican food near Madinat Jumeirah.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   2-Hour Dubai Marina Mini Yacht Cruise

   14:00 – 16:00

   Board a small yacht for a cruise around Dubai Marina and the coastal skyline.

6. 16:30|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Dubai Design District (d3)

   16:30 – 18:00

   Walk through galleries, public art installations, and modern design spaces.

   • entryFree
7. 18:15|19:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Dhow Cruise Marina

   18:15 – 19:30

   Take an evening ride aboard a traditional wooden dhow past lit-up marina skyscrapers.

   • entryINR 7274
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Operation Falafel

   19:30 – 20:30

   Budget-friendly street food dinner featuring falafel, shawarma, and fresh flatbreads.

Visit floral gardens, experience indoor attractions, and finish with a night light festival.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Roseleaf Cafe

   08:30 – 09:30

   Enjoy coffee and light breakfast items set inside a garden nursery environment.

2. 09:45|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Dubai Butterfly Garden

   09:45 – 11:00

   Walk through climate-controlled domes containing thousands of live butterflies.

   • entryAED 75
3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Dubai Miracle Garden Entry Ticket

   11:15 – 12:30

   Explore outdoor floral sculptures, archways, and themed gardens.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Shake Shack Dubai Hills

   12:30 – 13:30

   Grab a quick, casual lunch at Dubai Hills Mall.

5. 14:00|15:00
   

   Sightseeing

   The Storm Coaster Dubai

   14:00 – 15:00

   Experience an indoor vertical-launch roller coaster ride inside Dubai Hills Mall.

   • entryINR 2777
6. 15:30|17:00
   

   Outdoor

   Dubai Ice Rink

   15:30 – 17:00

   Enjoy an afternoon ice-skating session on an Olympic-sized rink.

7. 17:30|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Dubai Garden Glow

   17:30 – 19:15

   Tour the illuminated night park featuring recycled fabric light sculptures.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Gazebo Restaurant

   19:30 – 20:30

   Dine on biryanis and North Indian specialties at reasonable prices.

Spend your final day visiting tropical indoor ecosystems, viewing city vistas, and concluding with a desert safari.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Logma

   08:30 – 09:30

   Try modern Emirati breakfast dishes and Karak tea at City Walk.

2. 09:45|11:15
   

   Sightseeing

   The Green Planet Dubai

   09:45 – 11:15

   Explore an indoor tropical rainforest canopy housing birds, sloths, and reptiles.

   • entryFree
3. 11:30|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Dubai Sky Views

   11:30 – 12:30

   Walk across the glass sky bridge connecting the Address Sky View towers.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Ravi Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat famous, low-cost Pakistani curry and fresh naan at Satwa's iconic dining spot.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   VR Park Dubai

   13:45 – 15:15

   Try interactive virtual reality games and rides.

   • entryFree
6. 15:30|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   IMG Worlds of Adventure

   15:30 – 17:30

   Spend the late afternoon exploring themed indoor park zones and attractions.

7. 17:45|19:30
   

   Outdoor

   Sunset Evening Safari,Camel ride,live shows and BBQ Dinner with No Hidden Charge

   17:45 – 19:30

   Head into the desert dunes for camel rides, cultural performances, and a evening BBQ camp experience.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Al Fanar Restaurant & Cafe

   19:30 – 20:30

   Conclude the trip with a traditional meal reflecting 1960s Emirati heritage.