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Record-breaking skyscrapers, desert adventures, gold souks and beach resorts β€” the UAE turns the futuristic and the traditional into one glamorous holiday.

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Capital
Abu Dhabi
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Currency
UAE Dirham (AED)
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Language
Arabic
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Best time
Nov–Mar
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Visa
eVisa / Visa-free
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Avg daily budget
$60 – $500
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Safety
Very safe
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Main airport
Dubai (DXB)
Overview

Why travellers love United Arab Emirates

Dubai is the headline act: the world's tallest building, indoor ski slopes, palm-shaped islands and malls the size of towns, all wrapped in year-round sunshine.

Abu Dhabi adds grand mosques and culture, while desert safaris and pristine beaches round out a trip that's especially great for families and stopovers.

Where to go

Top places in United Arab Emirates

The destinations worth building your trip around.

Dubai

Dubai

πŸ—“ 3–4 days

Burj Khalifa, beaches, malls and nightlife.

CityLuxuryFamily
Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi

πŸ—“ 1–2 days

Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Louvre Abu Dhabi.

CultureFamily
Desert

Desert

πŸ—“ 1 day

Dune safaris, camels and oases.

AdventureNature
Sharjah

Sharjah

πŸ—“ 1 day

The UAE's cultural capital and museums.

Culture
Plan day by day

United Arab Emirates itineraries

Ready-made routes β€” tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
Dubai β†’ Abu Dhabi β†’ Desert
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$300 – $2,500
1–2

Dubai

Burj Khalifa, beaches, malls and nightlife.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City Β· Luxury Β· Family
3–4

Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Louvre Abu Dhabi.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Culture Β· Family
5

Desert

Dune safaris, camels and oases.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Adventure Β· Nature
Route
Dubai β†’ Abu Dhabi β†’ Desert β†’ Sharjah
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$420 – $3,500
1–2

Dubai

Burj Khalifa, beaches, malls and nightlife.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City Β· Luxury Β· Family
3–4

Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Louvre Abu Dhabi.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Culture Β· Family
5–6

Desert

Dune safaris, camels and oases.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Adventure Β· Nature
7

Sharjah

The UAE's cultural capital and museums.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Culture
Route
Dubai β†’ Abu Dhabi β†’ Desert β†’ Sharjah
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$600 – $5,000
1–3

Dubai

Burj Khalifa, beaches, malls and nightlife.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ City Β· Luxury Β· Family
4–6

Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Zayed Mosque and Louvre Abu Dhabi.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Culture Β· Family
7–8

Desert

Dune safaris, camels and oases.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Adventure Β· Nature
9–10

Sharjah

The UAE's cultural capital and museums.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Culture
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Visa & entry

United Arab Emirates visa requirements

Visa required?
Depends on nationality
Allowed stay
30–90 days (varies)
Visa on arrival
Yes for many
eVisa
Yes
Passport validity
6 months
Visa type
eVisa
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Visa rules change frequently. Many nationalities get visa-free entry or visa on arrival; others apply for an eVisa. Always verify with the official United Arab Emirates immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full United Arab Emirates visa guide β†’Use the visa checker β†’
Money

United Arab Emirates budget guide

Budget

$60/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$500+/day
  • 4–5β˜… hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full United Arab Emirates budget guide β†’
Things to do

Top attractions in United Arab Emirates

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Burj Khalifa

The world's tallest building and observation decks.

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Abu Dhabi's breathtaking white marble mosque.

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Desert safari

Dune bashing, camel rides and Bedouin dinners.

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Palm Jumeirah

Iconic man-made island and Atlantis resort.

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Dubai Mall & souks

From luxury malls to traditional gold markets.

Blog

United Arab Emirates travel articles

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