Things to do in United Arab Emirates.

Across creators, the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall are the most frequently cited must-see landmarks in Dubai. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is highlighted by multiple creators as one of the most picturesque mosques in the world — TravelDan notes it features iconic domes, four minarets, colossal chandeliers, and the world's largest carpet, and is unusual in that visitors can enter. Cinematic Travelling also lists the Grand Mosque alongside Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa as highlights of a UAE week. Desert safaris round out the consensus must-do list, mentioned by both Travel Big with a Tiny Budget and Ayanna Iman.

Several creators point to areas well off the standard tourist trail. Myer Travels describes Sharjah as an underrated city that feels like 'what Dubai used to look like,' calling it a must-visit just one hour from Dubai and known as the Arab cultural center of the world for its traditional values, food, and history. Ken Abroad and Myer Travels both explore the raw, everyday side of Dubai's Deira neighborhood, which both frame as showing a version of the city tourists rarely see. TravelDan spotlights Fujairah on the UAE's east coast — about 80 miles from Dubai — featuring a fort with origins dating to 16th-century Portuguese exploration and a mosque directly inspired by Istanbul's Blue Mosque, yet largely overlooked by tourists.

Just Food conducts a thorough comparison of Dubai's Pakistani food scene, testing Ravi Restaurant — often called the most famous Pakistani restaurant in Dubai — against two other top spots to determine whether Ravi is still the best or has become overrated. The same channel also investigates the viral Paratha Burger from Klay by Karak House, ultimately calling it 'excellent' and 'an absolute Dubai creation,' while noting it is not competing to be the best burger in Dubai. Myer Travels tries Pakistani food in the Deira neighborhood as part of exploring that area's local character.

The Traveler's Atlas lays out a 4-day Dubai itinerary that moves from historic creekside neighborhoods and hidden food streets to desert sunsets and record-breaking towers, explicitly framing it as going 'far beyond the skyline.' Marvin Samaco offers an 'ultimate' Dubai travel guide positioned for 2026 visitors. Cinematic Travelling recounts spending a full week covering Dubai and Abu Dhabi together, suggesting the two cities pair naturally into one trip. F&D Wandering additionally covers using the Dubai Metro as a cost-effective way to navigate between sites, noting its two main lines serve most major attractions.

TravelDan frames Abu Dhabi as a city that plays second fiddle to Dubai in terms of tourist attention, but argues it still holds impressive landmarks — particularly the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and modern glass-lined skyscrapers — that make it worthwhile. Cinematic Travelling included Abu Dhabi in a one-week UAE trip alongside Dubai. F&D Wandering dedicates full coverage to Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, highlighting its water park (Yas WaterWorld), theme parks, and shopping as a one-stop entertainment destination. Myer Travels also visits Abu Dhabi and describes it as feeling 'more real' than Dubai, with diverse culture, people, and food.

The Dubai Fountain show — set on Burj Lake at the base of the Burj Khalifa — is highlighted by Deluxe Travel Show as a free spectacle: after a 5-month renovation it reopened with upgraded lighting, water jets reaching 140 meters, and music ranging from classical to Arabic. F&D Wandering points to the Dubai Metro as a cost-effective way to reach major attractions across the city. Travelling Tips By Sunny covers the Bur Dubai Meena Bazar area as Dubai's 'old and cheapest shopping' district for electronics, jewellery, perfume, dates, and souvenirs. Travel Appetite documents a Ramadan fireworks display at Al Seef as a nightly free event during the holy month.

Cinematic Travelling rates a helicopter flight over Dubai as a personal trip highlight, alongside a desert experience. Travelling Tips By Sunny covers Ski Dubai — an indoor ski resort of 22,500 square meters inside Mall of the Emirates, maintaining sub-zero temperatures year-round, with rides including bobsled, tubing, and a chairlift. F&D Wandering dedicates a full video to all rides at Yas WaterWorld in Abu Dhabi, describing it as featuring water slides, a pirate theme, and family-friendly thrills. Travel Appetite documents beach glamping at Long Beach Campground in Ras Al Khaimah, with activities including archery, pottery, BBQ nights, and beachside dining, positioning it as an accessible winter escape from Dubai.