Doing Dubai
Dubai has a well-earned reputation for its rapid progression and development. The iconic city with its sprawling skyscrapers brings truth to the saying “if you build it, they will come”, and indeed, they, the tourists are coming. If you’re going on holiday and considering Downtown Dubai here are some family-friendly activities and places to see.
Visit the tallest building in the world.
In the wonderful city of skyscrapers, you definitely have to visit the tallest of them all, the Burj Khalifa dubbed the tallest building in the world. On the 122nd floor is the world’s highest restaurant At.Mosphere. There, you can literally ‘eat in the sky’. Enjoy breathtakingly spectacular views and delicious food style (atmosphereburjkhalifa.com). If you’re more of a scenic person and enjoy panoramic views you can visit the observation deck on the 124th floor, referred to as ‘At The Top’. There you can take selfies in the sky or snap memorable pictures of the beautiful city and landscape. A definite ‘must do in Dubai’ (tickets.atthetop.ae). Visit burjkhalifa.ae for more on what this majestic building has to offer.



First-class shopping at the Dubai Mall.
With over 1200 retail outlets and a variety of attractions on offer it’s obvious to see why Dubai Mall is both the world’s largest and most visited mall. There’s lots to do. Aside from a wide variety of shopping on offer, you can chill out at their Olympic-sized skating rink which is a great place for a day out (dubaiicerink.com). The Dubai Mall is also home to popular tourist attractions such as the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo which features thousands of aquatic animals and a 270-degree walkthrough tunnel (thedubaiaquarium.com) as well as the 2800-seater 22-screen Reel Cinema megaplex (http://reelcinemas.ae).
See the city and what it has to offer.
Downtown Dubai has many attractions and now there’s a way to see it all at once on the Dubai Trolley. The red tram hop-on hop-off transit system transports people all around the city at a comfortable 10km/h passing various locations on the way. That’s more than enough time to take in the sights and sounds. Trolleys run from 4pm to midnight on weekdays and from 3pm to 11pm on weekends. Here are a few places you should visit on your way; visit the Dubai Fountain for beautiful water displays that resemble the famous Bellagio Fountain in Las Vegas. Shows take place every 30 minutes in the evenings. Visit Burj Park which overlooks the majestic Burj Khalifa, perfect for a sunny day out, a picnic or bird-watching.



Something fun for the kids.
In Downtown Dubai there is something for everyone. The Dubai Mall is the perfect place for the kids. Aside from the aquarium and cinema there are specific attractions tailored to appease children and young adults. There’s the Sega Republic which is loaded with arcade games and theme park rides such as the Giant Slider or Sonic Hopper (segarepublic.com). You could also take the children to KidZania which is an award-winning children’s ‘edutainment’ concept. Specifically catering to children aged 4 to 16, KidZania offers a safe, unique, and realistic educational environment that allows kids to do what comes naturally to them – role-playing. So, they’ll have fun and learn at the same time. Teach your kids all kinds of career options at this indoor town for children (kidzania.ae).
Treat yourself to something special.
Downtown Dubai offers a premium lifestyle, dining, shopping and entertainment experience. You’ll have tons to do, but here are some great places you should really visit during your stay. Try the award-winning Asado restaurant, where you will dine like royalty. Here you’re treated to some of the best food on offer as well as a stunning one-of-a-kind view of the Burj Khalifa. Or if you prefer a relaxed day of pampering you can visit the Address Boulevard Spa. Here you’ll experience 5-star service of the highest standard leaving you feeling relaxed, refreshed and content.
Downtown Dubai offers a premium lifestyle, dining, shopping and entertainment experience. You’ll have tons to do, but here are some great places you should really visit during your stay. Try the award-winning Asado restaurant, where you will dine like royalty. Here you’re treated to some of the best food on offer as well as a stunning one-of-a-kind view of the Burj Khalifa. Or if you prefer a relaxed day of pampering you can visit the Address Boulevard Spa. Here you’ll experience 5-star service of the highest standard leaving you feeling relaxed, refreshed and content.