United Arab Emirates travel guide

United Arab Emirates · Middle East

United Arab Emirates

Discover United Arab Emirates — from its landmark cities to its most memorable landscapes and experiences.

Top Experiences

Top experiences in United Arab Emirates

Live experience inventory from our Viator partnership — real ratings, real reviews, real prices.

Experience Burj Al Arab by Jetski Live

Experience Burj Al Arab by Jetski

5.0(292)·30 min

From

$64

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Go Fishing Dubai 5 hours Trolling & Regular Fishing Live

Go Fishing Dubai 5 hours Trolling & Regular Fishing

5.0(164)·5 hr

From

$559

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1 hour Jetski Tour - Burj Al Arab Tour Live

1 hour Jetski Tour - Burj Al Arab Tour

5.0(139)·1 hr

From

$165

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Top Cities

Where to go in United Arab Emirates

The cities and regions travellers plan their United Arab Emirates trips around.

City guides for United Arab Emirates are coming soon.

Hotels

Stays in United Arab Emirates

Live hotel inventory powered by our Booking.com partnership — every booking supports TourBookings.

Prices, availability and reviews are shown live on Booking.com · affiliate partner · anchor city: Dubai

Road Trips

Iconic drives in United Arab Emirates

Self-drive routes that turn a trip into the story of a lifetime.

Road trip itineraries for United Arab Emirates are coming soon.

Travel Guide

Practical tips for United Arab Emirates

What every first-time visitor should know before they go.

Currency

See local currency

Language

See local languages

Power / Plug

Check plug type before travel

Visa

Check visa requirements for your passport before travel.

Top tips

  • Book flagship tours and hotels early in peak season.
  • Local SIM or eSIM keeps navigation and translation easy.
  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Weather

United Arab Emirates at a glance

Weather varies by region and season — check forecasts close to your travel dates.

Jan

5° / 15°

Northern winter / southern summer

Apr

10° / 20°

Shoulder season

Jul

18° / 28°

Peak northern summer

Oct

12° / 22°

Autumn / spring

Best Time to Visit

When to travel to United Arab Emirates

Shoulder months usually offer the best mix of weather, availability and pricing in United Arab Emirates.

Peak

Peak season varies by region

Shoulder

Shoulder months typically offer the best value

Off-season

Off-season is quieter with lower prices

Featured Tours

Hand-picked tours in United Arab Emirates

A curated selection of tours travellers rate most highly right now.

Dubai: 60Min Jet Ski To Burj Al Arab, Atlantis The Palm Live

Dubai: 60Min Jet Ski To Burj Al Arab, Atlantis The Palm

5.0(134)·1 hr

From

$154

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Flyboard Experience in Dubai Live

Flyboard Experience in Dubai

5.0(133)·40 min

From

$80

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Sandventures Live

Sandventures

5.0(132)·5 hr

From

$84

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FAQs

United Arab Emirates travel questions

Real answers to the questions our travellers ask most.

Is United Arab Emirates safe for tourists?+

United Arab Emirates is a popular destination — as always, take normal travel precautions and follow official advice.

What's the best way to get around United Arab Emirates?+

A mix of domestic flights, rail and rental cars usually works best — the right combination depends on your itinerary.

Do I need travel insurance for United Arab Emirates?+

Yes — comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended for any international trip.