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1. Burj Khalifa

Skyscraper and observation decksDowntown Dubai

The world's tallest building, rising 828 metres over Downtown Dubai, with observation decks on levels 124, 125 and 148 open to ticketed visitors.

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2. Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

Historic districtBur Dubai

A preserved creekside quarter of wind-tower houses and narrow lanes, now home to galleries, small museums, cafés and the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding.

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3. Dubai Frame

Landmark and observation deckZabeel

A 150-metre picture-frame landmark in Zabeel Park whose glass-walled sky bridge looks over old Dubai on one side and the modern skyline on the other.

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4. Jumeirah Mosque

MosqueJumeirah 1

A white stone mosque built in the Fatimid style in the late 1970s, one of the few in Dubai that non-Muslim visitors can tour with a guide.

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5. Etihad Museum

History museumJumeirah 1

A museum on the site where the UAE was founded in December 1971, telling the story of the union through archives, films and personal objects.

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6. The Dubai Fountain

Choreographed fountain showDowntown Dubai

A 275-metre choreographed fountain on Burj Khalifa Lake whose water jets, lights and music shows run every evening beneath Burj Khalifa.

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7. Al Shindagha Museum

Heritage museumAl Shindagha

A cluster of restored creekside houses at the mouth of Dubai Creek, telling the city's story through themed pavilions including the Perfume House.

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8. Jameel Arts Centre

Contemporary art centreAl Jaddaf

A free contemporary art centre on the Jaddaf waterfront, with rotating exhibitions, a research library, a sculpture park and creek views from the roof terrace.

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9. Dubai Miracle Garden

Flower gardenAl Barsha South

A seasonal flower park in Al Barsha South where millions of blooms are arranged into large sculptures, arches and themed displays during the cooler months.

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10. Expo City Dubai

Pavilions and public districtExpo City

The former Expo 2020 site, now a walkable district with pavilions such as Terra and Vision, the domed Al Wasl Plaza and landscaped public spaces.

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