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Dubai travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-08

Burj Khalifa, Dubai
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Common scams in Dubai

13 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Dubai, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in Dubai — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in Dubai

6 places worth your time in Dubai, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in Dubai →

Top food to try in Dubai

6 dishes to eat in Dubai, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in Dubai →

Traditions and customs in Dubai

5 customs and traditions in Dubai — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in Dubai →

Getting around Dubai

How to travel around Dubai — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around Dubai: transport and taxi apps →

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