7 Free Things to do in Dubai

When touring any city I would recommend you to certainly visit its heritage of it. Likewise, Dubai is no exception. Dubai Museum housed in the Al Fahidi Fort, one of the oldest and most exquisite buildings of Dubai, represents the Arabic Culture beautifully. The ticket cost is less than 5 dirhams. I spent the day exploring different wings of the museum and getting myself acquainted with the history of Dubai. It was an amazing experience to see how Dubai was before catching the eyes oil riches.

To enjoy the simplicity of crossing a creek I hopped aboard an Arba ride and it was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. An Arba is a small wooden vessel that has the capacity to seat 20 people. While on board, I got to see the bustling at the northern bank as sea trades gloat about their successful trip from Iran while unloading their riches. Arba can also be described as a traditional ferry used in Dubai for decades.

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Pehlwani wrestling also known as Kushti wrestling is a Southeast Asian sport that made its way to the Emirates. People gather around a bunch of heavyweight muscular men and the purpose of the game is to knock out your opponent using just your body weight. While watching the game I realized how much people enjoy these kinds of happenings. There are no charges as the crowd gathers around on a specific point before the game begins. What caught my attention was that Dubai places a strong emphasis on modest dressing but the players are dressed in nothing but a scant loincloth. Anyways, the cheers and the zest that I got to see during the game were worth it and I found myself enjoying every moment of it.

Dubai is known for its famous shopping malls all around the globe. There are a lot of different malls that you will adore visiting. Shopping in Dubai is comparatively cheap but I went to the malls to enjoy the happenings around me and to see the fully lit and lively environment. Malls are made super attractive to lure you; once you are inside, you get to forget the outside world. I would strongly recommend you to visit Souk Madinat inside the Madinat Jumeirah Hotel, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Mall, Wafi Mall, and Mall of Arabia.

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It is not possible to talk about Dubai and not talk about Gold. Dubai is a gold hub containing thousands of Gold Souk all around the city. The gold is cheap and economical and you get every type of gold jewelry that you can think of. My intention was not to buy gold but the visit to Gold Souk was an amazing experience. I was surrounded by sparkling gold and gems as I made my way through the stores. The best place to visit is Gold and Diamond Park and who knows you might end up buying yourself something to remember Dubai by.

The Bur-Dubai Creek Side is of great significance as it has been a witness to the rise of Dubai as a new and modern nation. It is a focal point because it divides Dubai into two parts one being the old city and the other the new and modern part of Dubai. The older part is called Deira whereas the modern part is known as Bur Dubai. It is one beautiful place to visit in Dubai with family for free.

It can be described as two different worlds opposite to each other. People are very different and have separate norms and values. Spend most of your time in both parts of Dubai and get yourself enriched by the beautiful scenes. Dubai Creek is one of the most admired tourist attractions. It has splendid restaurants offering gourmet cuisine and traditional Dhows used for trading. Observe life while exploring the area. The sunset and the sunrise are breathtaking at the creek. It would be difficult to keep your eyes off the scene. The creek is also very important as it is the initial trading point and this is where the development process started.

One interesting place, Meena Bazar is one of the free places to visit in Dubai. Traditionally Meena Bazaar originated in the Mughal era. They were specially organized for the Mughal women who were not allowed to go out and shop. A Meena bazaar is different from the glittering malls of Dubai but it has its unique charm. The bazaar is lined along the road and one can find anything one is looking for. They are always busy, people bustling around and rushing to their stalls.

From Pakistani and Indian clothes to Iranian species, there are stalls selling inexpensive household products and people shouting at the top of their lungs to attract customers. All in all, it presents a very chaotic picture but at the same time, it is exciting to experience life in a rush.

It is free of cost to visit Dubai’s miracle garden. You can see the array of the heart-shaped floral entrance where anyone can take pictures. There are a great variety of flowers available in the garden and the colorful pattern leaves a remarkable effect on everyone. It is decorated with great concern. The perfect placement of the flowers makes it an attractive place for all the tourists and locals. 

To make your trip a memorable one I would recommend you to at least visit 5 of these places and spend the whole day there. There is so much more to Dubai than all the glitter that we see on TV and in magazines. Dubai welcomes everyone to come and explore the hidden secrets and beauty of architecture.

One of the beautiful Dubai visit places for free includes a remarkable Dubai fountain. You can see the Dubai fountain’s musical dance while cruising on the Abra or by going there on your own. The rhythmic performance of waves makes the guests stunned and leave an everlasting impression on the mind. A large crowd is seen every night who are there to see this remarkable dance. No other thing can match the beautiful dancing waves. If you plan to visit Dubai fountain, you should be there before the roads get shut because of the heavy traffic load. People capture these moments in the eye of the camera.

Visit the beaches of Dubai for free. Like Jumeirah Beach is one of the non-polluted beaches in the town. The staff makes it possible that every day a lot of people come and visit the beach but there is no garbage seen there. Umbrella is not allowed in the area. Everyone who comes there gets to sink deep into the beautiful surrounding. They can witness the clear blue sky and Dubai marina coastal areas. Other beaches are also fun for everyone.

You can spend a whole day without getting bored or plan for a get-together and enjoy the food you like. Make your time memorable with the mesmerizing looks of Dubai beaches. There are a lot of restaurants and cafes around the area which give a splendid view. Tourists can get food from there and enjoy the soothing and calm environment of the beach.