When you think about Dubai, you usually imagine scenes of giant skyscrapers, a hotel shaped like a sailboat, and Lamborghinis. But there are many other activities to do in this modern and newly built city. If you enjoy the outdoors, stretching your legs, and getting away from the concrete and glass, here are a few excellent choices.
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1. Hang Out on the Beach
Few people think about the beach when they dream of visiting Dubai. However, the city is right next to the beach along the Arabian Gulf.
A popular local beach is Jumeirah Beach Park. After paying a small entrance fee, you can spend the day relaxing by the calm waters. There are green grassy areas, places to barbecue, and plenty of playgrounds and things for kids to enjoy. Al-Mamzar Beach Park is another excellent beach option in Dubai.
Numerous hotels in Dubai are also situated along the beach, making them the perfect place to hang out, relax, and take a dip whenever you please. Rent a car in Dubai, and you can spend a day beach-hopping.
2. Ski Dubai
Ok, so Ski Dubai is indoors, but it is an exercise activity in Dubai that feels like you're outdoors! Located in the Mall of the Emirates, Ski Dubai is a massive indoor snow park where everyone, from beginners to experts, shares the slopes skiing and snowboarding.
If you walk in wearing shorts and flip-flops, you can rent everything you need for a day of playing in the snow and coasting down the hill.
3. Slide at the Water Park
There are few better ways to enjoy Dubai's scorching sunshine than riding thrilling slides while soaking in cold water. The two main water parks are Aquaventure and Wild Wadi. Both parks offer a range of slides and water activities catering to children and adults.
4. Go Golfing
Numerous golf courses are amidst the dunes and the desert dryness. Playing golf is a significant draw to Dubai, and there are even courses designed by famous golfers like Ernie Els and Tiger Woods.
For an exclusive golf-focused trip to Dubai, you might want to research Thinkhotels, which offers hotels located directly on a golf course. Despite the desert surroundings, many golf courses in Dubai are lush and green, filled with fountains and trees, and offer stunning scenery.
5. Take a Desert Safari
Dubai is in the desert, and the dunes are never far away. Many locals in Dubai take their souped-up four-wheel-drive Toyotas out into the dunes for an exciting roller coaster ride through the sand as a hobby.
When you sign up for a desert safari, you are assigned a driver and ride in the truck, rolling up and down through the dunes and kicking up sand at breakneck speeds. Desert safari trips often include dune drives, a Middle Eastern dinner, and an overnight stay at a desert camp.
While Dubai is famous for its buildings that touch the sky, luxurious 7-star hotels, and never-ending shopping, there are many other options to consider when planning your trip to the city. Outdoor activities while soaking up the sunshine are a great way to spend time in Dubai.
