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Best Culture & Museums in Dubai
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Best Culture & Museums in Dubai
Our expertly curated list of the best culture & museums in Dubai, ranked by traveler reviews and ratings.
#1
Top Rated
Dubai: Photography Tour in Al Fahidi District w/Abra Ride
5 (55)
From $45 USD
Would you like to learn about the culture and history of the UAE? This walking tour will show you the best of Al Fahidi Historical District while you get to learn more about the traditions of the country. Meet your guide and enjoy Arabic tea with dates at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant where you can also try luqaimat, regag, and camel milk ice cream. Tour the traditional house and learn about the history of the UAE. Admire the buildings in Al Fahidi District and Al Seef area before you head to the Middle East's largest Coffee Museum. Enjoy a live Arabic coffee-making session and learn about how coffee has become a crucial part of the UAE's culture. Stop by a Mosque and see the distinctive architecture as you learn more about Islam. Then, hop on a traditional Abra water taxi for a quick creek tour. Admire the old trading ships and take some photographs to show friends and family. Visit Gold & Spice Souks and enjoy a shopping spree.
#2
Top Rated
Dubai: Morning Quad bike & Safari Adventure , Sandboarding, camel
5 (50)
From $250 AED
This unique desert adventure offers an exhilarating combination of: Unforgettable Dune Bashing: Conquer the towering red dunes in a powerful 4x4 vehicle, feeling the adrenaline rush as you ascend, descend, and navigate the challenging terrain. Imagine the stunning desert landscape unfolding before you as you traverse the peaks. Breathtaking Views: Witness the vastness and beauty of the desert from atop the dunes. Capture panoramic vistas of the golden sands stretching towards the horizon, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Unique Camel Ride: Experience the traditional mode of desert transportation, offering a peaceful and unique perspective of the landscape. Sandboarding Rush: Feel the wind in your hair as you carve your path down the soft sand, enjoying a unique and exhilarating experience that's perfect for all ages and skill levels. It's a chance to challenge yourself, connect with nature, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the desert.
#3
Top Rated
57 Night Heritage Desert Experience
5 (42)
From $2785 AED
We’d love to invite you on a peaceful evening escape into the heart of the desert, where every moment is crafted with elegance and care. Begin with a nature drive in a vintage Land Rover, then enjoy a gentle camel ride and the chance to try sandboarding as the sun sets. At our heritage camp, you’ll be welcomed with Arabic coffee, fresh dates, and rose water. A four-course dinner awaits, served at your table beneath the stars. Relax with shisha, explore traditional henna art, and enjoy live performances in a setting that brings Arabian culture to life. It’s an intimate, one-of-a-kind night made just for you.
#4
Top Rated
Premium PVT Desert Safari Experience
5 (35)
From $397 USD
Experience the unique desert adventure that sets us apart from the rest with the complete PVT experience. With meticulous attention to detail, we offer thrilling dune bashing, quad biking, and sunset views that will leave you awe-inspired. Our talented photographers capture the magic of the desert in stunning photoshoots. Immerse yourself in the cultural heritage through falcon experiences, camel riding, and exquisite henna paintings. Be captivated by mesmerizing performances of belly dancers, Tanoura dancers, and fire dancers. Indulge in soft drinks, savor a mouthwatering BBQ dinner, and gaze at the starry sky during our stargazing sessions. Complete your desert journey with the relaxation of traditional shisha. Discover an extraordinary adventure where every moment is meticulously crafted to create lifelong memories in the heart of the desert.
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#5
Top Rated
Premium Service | 4x4 Pickup, Camel, Sandboarding, BBQ & Shows
5 (33)
From $400 AED
We ensure that your time spent with us in Dubai is truly memorable. Enjoy the luxurious pickup experience in a deluxe 4x4 vehicle, designed to meet the standards of Dubai's extravagant lifestyle. Embark on a captivating journey through the majestic high red dunes of the desert, as we showcase our expertise in delivering the finest experiences. Rest assured, we have complete faith in our abilities to provide you with the best possible service. As part of this exceptional tour, you will be taken to a magnificent 5-star desert camp, where you can indulge in the authentic flavors of Arabic cuisines. Not only that, but you will also have exclusive access to a premium seating area at the camp, complete with a live cooking station. Furthermore, the food will be started for you immediately upon arrival, eliminating the need to wait for the meal to begin. This ensures that you can fully enjoy your culinary experience without any delays.
#6
Top Rated
Red dunes Sunset Desert Safari With Quad Bike option & Camel Ride
5 (29)
From $90 USD
Are you ready to explore the entirely different world of Dubai? If yes, join us for some mind-blowing adventurous expedition to the vast silky sand dunes to finally take you to a Bedouin experience. Hop into the 4x4 air-conditioned comfortable vehicle from your pick-up location and we will transfer you to the desert, away from the buzz of Dubai city life On your way to the desert, absorb the beauty and calmness of the desert sands as our Safari guide will explain about the traditions, culture and stories that has value and worth even in today's life of the Emiratis. You can also relax and refresh yourself at the meeting point after which we will start the dune bashing activity which is sure to blow your heart away. The adrenaline rushing dune drive along with sandboarding and some amazing sunset photos at the highest dunes is definitely a steal. Concluding the tour, you will be dropped back at your select location in our comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
#7
Top Rated
Private Historic Old Dubai and Souks Walking Tour featuring Hidden Gems
5 (29)
From $129 USD
Uncover the little-known treasures of Dubai on this 2-hour walking tour of Old Dubai and its various souks (markets). You will with a local guide through traditional architecture, museums, street art, and ancient forts. Your walk through the perfume, spice, and gold souks will stimulate your senses and the breathtaking views from the abra (traditional boat) ride will take you back in time. This tour is private with an award-winning guide! Luxury SUV Car transfers can be added-on to this tour.
#8
Top Rated
Evening Desert Safari Tours
5 (25)
From $54 USD
Our desert safari starts we will pick you up at your hotel or residence anywhere in Dubai and take you to the safari site in a 4×4 SUV. The first stage of your Arabian adventure is a thrilling dune bashing session. A unique experience on Dubai Desert with our professional desert safari license driver. Afterward, we will take you to our desert camp to continue the adventure with a camel ride. The camel has been called the ship of the desert and riding on one is surprisingly relaxing. Photo opportunities are also provided of you on the back of a camel. You can also be photographed wearing traditional Arabian garb, and with a falcon on your arm. Finally, you will end your Desert Safari Tour adventure under the open night sky. You will enjoy a delicious buffet dinner of barbecue, with plenty of cool drinks available. You will also be treated to traditional entertainment such as belly dance and a Tanura dance while you eat. At the end of the tour, we will drop off you at your location.
#9
Top Rated
57 Dune Buggy + Heritage Desert Experience
5 (48)
From $4150 AED
We’d love to invite you on a desert experience that starts with pure adrenaline and ends with refined Arabian hospitality. Your private adventure begins with a one-hour self-drive dune buggy session across wide open sands. After the thrill, we slow things down with a vintage Land Rover nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Along the way, you’ll spot wildlife, witness a live falcon hunt, and enjoy a short camel ride with the chance to sandboard if you like. At our heritage camp, we welcome you with Arabic coffee, dates, and rose water. A four-course dinner is served at your table, followed by shisha, henna, and traditional live entertainment under the stars. This is the desert at its most exciting and most elegant — all in one seamless experience crafted just for you.
#10
Top Rated
Private Evening Desert Safari Dubai Tour
4.903226 (31)
From $200 USD
Private Evening Desert Safari Dubai Tour We provide private air conditioned vehicle with best tour guide. In this tour, we pick all guest from their hotel or location. Only you will have to select hotel or add your location. Our tour guides are well trained, professional and experienced. Explore the Red Sand Dunes with your loved ones. You can book with your families, friends or even solo. Inclusions:- Dune Bashing Ride also know as Desert Ride is the first inclusion of this tour. After this you will get Camel Ride, Sand Boarding. You can go on red sand dunes and can capture sunset photography. For refreshment soft drinks, tea, water, coffee provided with Snacks and Pakoras. Henna is available for ladies. Different Entertainment Shows Belly Dances, Tanura Dance and Fire Show will give you a lot of joy. Delicious Arabic Styled BBQ Buffet Dinner with Veg & Non-Veg is also the part of this tour. Book Now & Explore the all activities of fun and entertainment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do culture & museums cost in Dubai?
Culture & Museums in Dubai range from $45 to $4150, with an average price of $850. The highest-rated option is "Dubai: Photography Tour in Al Fahidi District w/Abra Ride" with a 5-star rating.
What are the best culture & museums in Dubai?
Dubai has 10 culture & museums available, averaging 5 stars across 377 reviews. The top-rated experience is "Dubai: Photography Tour in Al Fahidi District w/Abra Ride".
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