Your A to Z guide of Dubai

Located on Palm Jumeirah, this stunning new property is home to 795 rooms, suites and signature penthouses. It also houses more celebrity chef restaurants than anywhere in the world, including Dinner by Heston Blumenthal and Jaleo by Jose Andres.

Open annually from October to April, this outdoor leisure destination is packed with entertainment for all ages. Experience live performances, cultural pavilions, thrill-packed rides, exciting games, delicious cuisines and plenty more.

Take a short drive to the mountain town of Hatta for an incredible range of adventures. Rent a mountain bike and tackle 52km of trails – colour-coded according to difficulty – or try archery, axe-throwing, zorbing and the huge 12m-high water slide.

This indoor theme park brings Marvel and Cartoon Network characters to life with state-of-the-art rides. Covering an area of more than 28 football fields, it features action icons like Iron Man and The Powerpuff Girls plus unique experiences like the Haunted Hotel and Thor Thunder Spin.

One of the most iconic landmarks in Dubai, Jumeirah Mosque welcomes visitors of all faiths to admire the surroundings and learn about Islam and the local culture. The mosque is large enough to hold over 1,200 worshippers and was built entirely from white stone in the medieval Fatimid tradition.

Kite Beach is one of Dubai's most popular beaches – perfect for sun-seekers, foodies and sports enthusiasts alike. Try kitesurfing, wakeboarding or stand-up paddleboarding, join a game of volleyball, head to the food trucks or go for a jog along the 14km track.

Book tickets to the region's first permanent show that combines breathtaking choreography with daring stunts, in a novel 'aqua theatre'. See world-class artists perform remarkable feats, including aerial acrobatics, death-defying dives and unbelievable motorcycle tricks.

This famous landmark explores how society could evolve in the coming decades using science and technology. It incorporates elements of traditional exhibitions, immersive theatre and themed attractions, so visitors can look beyond the present and towards the future's limitless possibilities.

If you’re a cycling enthusiast, head over to Nad Al Sheba Cycle Park. Away from the urban bustle, this cycle track still offers incredible views of Downtown Dubai’s inspiring skyline, and is the perfect spot for a serene and stunning city ride.

This world-class performing arts destination hosts the best operas in Dubai – but it’s much more than just an opera house. The venue has the capacity for 2,000 guests and caters to a wide variety of performance styles, from ballets and pop concerts to classical orchestras and plays.

Dubai’s iconic palm-shaped island is synonymous with Dubai’s efforts to consistently evolve and make dreams come true. The neighbourhood offers an urban mix of island residences, glamorous five-star resorts, on-trend restaurants and chic beach clubs.

Enjoy spectacular sunset views and local wildlife including desert foxes, oryx and 170 bird species at Al Qudra Lakes, situated in the vast Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve. Visitors can also check out Love Lake Dubai, a popular spot which consists of two large, interconnected heart-shaped lakes.

This famous Pakistani dining spot in Satwa offers a range of delicious curries, fluffy naan bread and freshly grilled meats. Signature plates include the chicken tikka, mutton karahi, lentil fry and biryani. Cool down the spices with a sweet yogurt lassi and team your meal with sesame-dusted rogni bread.

Ready, set, go! Dubai's adventure masters XDubai have upped the ante with XLine – the world's longest urban zipline. It is also one of the steepest and fastest ziplines around the globe, measuring 1km in length, up to 170m in height and with an average speed of 80km/h.

The magnificent Arabian Gulf waterfront is one of the highlights of the city, and there are few better ways to explore it than on a yacht tour. Boating companies across Dubai offer trips which take in some of the city's key landmarks such as Atlantis, The Palm and Burj Al Arab. 

Discover luxury living in the Ottoman era at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. The five-star hotel on the West Crescent of Palm Jumeirah is a magnificent private setting as well as a feast for the eyes, overlooking the Arabian Gulf plus the city skyline.