5 Days in Dubai for First-Time Travellers

Known for its larger-than-life architectural building, is a very famous spot amongst international travellers. And that is because of the good amount of places to explore. From skyscrapers and museums to beaches and gourmet restaurants, Dubai has it all. However, a lot of first-time travellers have no idea how to make an itinerary due to the variety of options. But what they don’t know is that they can cover all of the major places in Dubai pretty easily in 5 days. In this article, we will be making a 5-day itinerary for people who are visiting Dubai for the very first time.  

5 Days itinerary for Dubai

If you are facing trouble with making an itinerary for a 5-day trip to Dubai. So, here is an inspo: 

Day 1: Check into the Hotel | Dhow Cruise

After arriving in this beautiful city, make sure that you check into your hotel and make yourself comfortable after a long day of travelling. After a whole day of travelling, hop on a Dhow Cruise Dubai, where you will be welcomed by beverages like Tea, Coffee, and water. Chow down on some vegetarian and non-vegetarian dinner buffet, while watching Tanoura Show with Soft background music. Spend an evening with stunning views of Marina/Creek, and end your night by going back to the hotel.

Day 2: Half-Day Dubai City Tour | Evening Desert Safari

Wake up the next morning with the stunning views of the Dubai skyline. Start your day with a half-day city tour of Dubai. The half-day Dubai city tour will be 4 hours long and will cover places like:

1. Visit to spice souq & gold souq
2. Abra ride
3. Jumeirah Mosque
4. Jumeirah Beach
5. Burj Al Arab picture stop
6. Souk Madinat Jumeirah
7. Palm Jumeirah
8. Atlantis Picture stop at The Pointe

Get ready for an adventurous evening with Evening Desert Safari. During this excursion, you will be participating in a large variety of activities like dune buggy ride, quad bike, dune bashing, etc. Get some aesthetic pictures for your Instagram feed, dressed in traditional Arabic costumes in the golden sand of Dubai. After sunset, you will get to enjoy a delicious BBQ Dinner with options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. Finally end your night with vibrant performances like Sufi performances, Khaliji performances, Khaleed Se Lavi, Fire shows, Dabka Drum, and Belly dance.

Day 3: Abu Dhabi City Tour with Ferrari World

Wake up early in the morning and get ready for a long day ahead. Have your breakfast, and make sure that you stay hydrated all day. On the third day of your trip, you will be taking a full-day tour of Abu Dhabi. During this trip, you will be visiting a large variety of places:

1. BAPS Hindu temple
2. Abu Dhabi Heritage Village
3. Drive through Grand Corniche
4. Emirates Palace
5. Islamic Art Gallery
6. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
7. Qasr Al Watan

During this tour, you can also visit Ferrari World if you are a car enthusiast. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a Ferrari-themed park, which features the world’s fastest roller coaster. Enjoy more than 44 rides and attractions available at the theme park. Buy some Ferrari-inspired souvenirs from the souvenir shops available at the park

Day 4: Water Activities at Atlantis The Palm | Burj Khalifa

Wake up early in the morning and get ready for a fun-filled day. On the fourth day of your trip to Dubai, enjoy your day with water activities at the Atlantis the Palm. Featuring the world’s longest fibreglass tube, Atlantis the Palm has a large variety of water activities. After participating in the heart-thumping water activities, get some food at the food joints available on the premises.

Next, you can go and explore Dubai’s major attraction in the evening, Burj Khalifa. When you reach Burj Khalifa you can book a guided tour, where you will be guided to some of the highest floors in the building. Floors that are open for tourists are floor number 124, 125, 148, 152, 153, and 154. From these floors, you will be taken to the observation decks, from where you will get stunning views of the city.

Day 5: Spend some time at the beach | Explore the museums of the city

Wake up the next morning, and get ready for the day after having some breakfast. On the fifth day of your trip, you can take a chill pill and relax on the beaches. Two of the most famous beaches of Dubai are JBR Beach and Marina Beach. Don’t forget to bring sunscreen and towels on the beaches, as you might get sunburnt. Go for a swim, or slow down the day by reading your favourite book by the coast. After spending some time getting a good tan in the sun, explore the famous museums in the city. Some of the museums that you can add to your lists are:

1. Museum of Illusions
2. Madame Tussauds
3. Museum of the Future
4. Etihad Museums

Tips for First-Time Travellers

After looking at this fun-filled itinerary, it is important to know some things before going to Dubai. These tips will help you make your trip a little bit easier and hassle-free. And who knows, you might even save some money in the process. So, here are some tips for first-time travellers: 

1. Make sure that you book all of your activities, and hotels in advance. Buying tickets on the spot can be a very annoying task. So booking everything in advance would help in making your trip very easy. 
2. If you are on a budget and don’t want to book an overpriced hotel room, then make sure that you book a bed in a Hostel or an Airbnb. 
3. Make sure that you respect the culture of the country, as people are very patriotic, and care a lot about their culture. 
4. Dubai is comparatively a liberal city. However, in some places, you have to dress modestly. So make sure that you bring comfortable yet modest clothing with you.   

To Sum it Up

Dubai is one of the most visited cities in the world, due to a lot of reasons. Major ones being their top-notch hospitality and welcoming nature. Other than that, it is one of the safest cities in the world. You are guaranteed a great trip in the end. By following this itinerary and these tips, your first trip to Dubai is sure to be an unforgettable experience.