When to go
November to March is warm and sunny. Summer regularly passes 40°C.
Getting in from the airport
Dubai International (DXB) is close to the city, with the Metro Red Line serving Terminals 1 and 3, and plenty of taxis.
Travel · City guide
Dubai
Record-breaking towers, desert dunes and winter sun seven hours from London.
Reviewed October 2026. Times and rules change, so check before you travel.
Where to stay
Downtown
The Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and the fountains.
Dubai Marina & JBR
Waterfront towers, beach and restaurants.
Deira & Al Fahidi
Old Dubai, the souks and the creek.
Palm Jumeirah
Beach resorts and hotels.
What to book ahead
- Book a timed slot for the Burj Khalifa observation decks; sunset sells out first.
- Cross Dubai Creek by abra (water taxi) to the gold and spice souks.
- Visit the Museum of the Future.
- Head into the desert for dunes and stars.
Local tips
- Check current entry rules before you travel; UK citizens are usually granted a visa on arrival.
- Dress modestly in malls, souks and religious sites.
- The weekend is Saturday and Sunday.
Staying connected
Get a United Arab Emirates eSIM before you fly and you'll have data the moment you land. How eSIMs work.
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