The Rough Guide to Dubai

Practical travel guide to Dubai featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in Dubai. The Rough Guide to Dubai also includes details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in Dubai, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip.

The Rough Guide to Dubai covers: Bur Dubai; Diera; The inner suburbs; Sheikh Zayed Road and Downtown Dubai; Jumeirah; The Burj Al Arab and around; The Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina.

Inside this travel guide you'll find:

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER

Experiences for every kind of trip to Dubai, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Deira Souks to family activities in child-friendly places, like Burj Al Arab or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Burj Khalifa.

PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS

Essential pre-departure information including Dubai entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.

TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES

Carefully planned routes covering the best of Dubai give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.

DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE

Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.

INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL

Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for sand-skiing and quad-biking in the desert or exploring the Middle East's wonderful cuisine.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS

Rough Guides' rundown of Dhow Wharfage, Sheikh Zayed Road, Wafi and Khan Murjan Souk's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Dubai, even in a short time.

HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS

Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in Dubai, matching different needs.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into Dubai, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.

FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY

Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Downtown Dubai and the spectacular Al Fahidi Fort .

COLOUR-CODED MAPPING

Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Deira, Jumairah and many more locations in Dubai, reduce need to go online.

USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT

With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.