{"id":34254,"date":"2022-07-20T15:29:41","date_gmt":"2022-07-20T12:29:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/one-city-three-days-dubai\/"},"modified":"2026-03-12T12:38:13","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T09:38:13","slug":"one-city-three-days-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/one-city-three-days-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"One city, three days: Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Let\u2019s go: About Dubai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"784\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/la-mer-dubai.webp\" alt=\"la mer dubai\" class=\"wp-image-33387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/la-mer-dubai.webp 784w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/la-mer-dubai-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/la-mer-dubai-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/la-mer-dubai-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/la-mer-dubai-696x464.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 784px) 100vw, 784px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">La Mer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Set on the coast of the Persian Gulf, the area we now know as the city of Dubai has been inhabited since the Bronze Age. It is believed that agriculture began in the area around the 25th century BC, with the establishment of date palm plantations. In subsequent centuries, the area became a major stop on caravan routes, as well as a center for the pearl trade. Dubai became a dependency of Abu Dhabi under the rule of the Bani Yas tribe in 1793, and the town declared its independence in 1833. Oil was discovered in Dubai in 1966, spurring development in the region. In 1971, Dubai, along with five other emirates, formed the United Arab Emirates (the seventh emirate joined in 1972).  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now a major center for trade, finance and aviation, Dubai is renowned for its sleek skyscrapers, opulent hotels, artificial islands and expansive shopping malls, as well as its beautiful palm trees, beaches and dunes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How long is the Istanbul-Dubai flight?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Direct flights from Istanbul to Dubai take about four hours and 30 minutes. Turkish Airlines operates an average of three direct flights per day from Istanbul to Dubai; flights depart from both Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha G\u00f6k\u00e7en Airport (SAW). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turkishairlines.com\/en-int\/flights\/flights-to-dubai\/index.html?utm_source=tkblog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tkblogpostbookaticket\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.turkishairlines.com\/en-int\/flights\/flights-to-dubai\/index.html?utm_source=tkblog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tkblogpostbookaticket\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here for more information on Dubai flights and fares.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Does Dubai require a visa?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Persons traveling on a Turkish passport are required to obtain a visa to enter the United Arab Emirates. Tourist and long-term tourist visas, among others, are available. These can be single or multiple entry and are valid for 30 or 90 days. Visas are valid for entry into UAE for up to 60 days after issuance. Please note that your passport must have at least six months of validity remaining! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When to visit Dubai<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In summer, the temperature can reach 40 \u00b0C (it\u2019s hot!), and August is the hottest month of the year, with daytime temperatures reaching up to 50 \u00b0C  and nighttime temperatures up to 30 \u00b0C . Dubai\u2019s climate is slightly milder between October and May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Places to visit in Dubai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"784\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/palmiye-adalari-dubai.webp\" alt=\"palm islands Dubai\" class=\"wp-image-33389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/palmiye-adalari-dubai.webp 784w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/palmiye-adalari-dubai-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/palmiye-adalari-dubai-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/palmiye-adalari-dubai-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/palmiye-adalari-dubai-696x464.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 784px) 100vw, 784px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Palm Islands are a group of artificial islands designed to look like a palm tree from an aerial view. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Popular places to visit in Dubai<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Burj Khalifa<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Burj Khalifa, at 828 meters, is the world\u2019s tallest building and the first place on our Dubai sightseeing list. This impressive structure is also the tallest free-standing structure in the world; it has the highest number of stories in the world (more than 160); the world\u2019s highest observation deck (the Burj Khalifa has a total of three observation decks); and the elevator with the longest travel distance in the world. The tower hosts a luxury hotel and several high-end lounges and restaurants. Visitors can book tickets to the observation deck: we suggest visiting between 17.00 and 19.00, the beautiful \u201cGolden Hour\u201d of sunset. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Palm Islands<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Built from mountain rock and reclaimed land, and stretching five kilometers into the Arabian Gulf, this trio of artificial islands is one of the most ambitious building projects ever launched. Designed to look like palm trees \u2013 with \u2018trunks\u2019 and \u2018fronds\u2019\u2013 from an aerial view, only Palm Jumeirah has been completed at the time of this writing. Home to high-end resorts, residences, boutiques and restaurants, Palm Jumeirah also features a waterfront promenade, an artificial reef, and more than ten thousand palm trees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Atlantis Hotel<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Set at the tip of the land crescent crowning Palm Jumeirah, the expansive Atlantis Hotel is much more than a collection of rooms \u2013 although it should be noted that some of those rooms are spacious underwater suites that have floor-to-ceiling views of the resort\u2019s massive aquarium. In addition to upscale dining and shopping facilities, the complex features an elaborate water park, private beaches, and a marine area where guests can enjoy supervised interaction with dolphins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Madinat Jumeirah<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Set along the Arabian Gulf, this upscale development was designed as a modern interpretation of a traditional Arab village. In addition to the district\u2019s boutique hotels, shopping complexes and a cultural center, there is also a water park, a stylish covered bazaar, and numerous canals. At forty hectares, Madinat Jumeirah is considered the largest complex in the UAE. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dubai Mall<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At the foot of the Burj Khalifa is the monumental Dubai Mall. One of the world\u2019s largest shopping plazas, the Dubai Mall is home to more than four hundred shops, cafes and restaurants, and over twelve hundred premium fashion brands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Miracle Garden<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Set in a circular open-air space of almost seven thousand square meters, Miracle Garden is the world\u2019s biggest flower garden. This Instagram-friendly locale features fairy-tale castles, airplanes and animal sculptures covered in blooms, as well as fanciful topiary. The Garden is closed during the summer months due to the extreme heat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>La Mer Dubai<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This lively beachfront district features a water park and water sports facilities along with playgrounds, cinemas, restaurants, cafes and shops. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cultural sites in Dubai<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"784\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-jumeirah-camii.webp\" alt=\"dubai jumeirah mosque\" class=\"wp-image-33391\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-jumeirah-camii.webp 784w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-jumeirah-camii-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-jumeirah-camii-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-jumeirah-camii-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-jumeirah-camii-696x464.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 784px) 100vw, 784px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jumeirah Mosque is one of two mosques in Dubai open to non-Muslim travelers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Jumeirah Mosque<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Opened in 1979, the Jumeirah Mosque is a work of traditional Arabic architecture. Guided tours are organized regularly in the Jumeirah Mosque, which has a capacity of fifteen hundred people. As one of the two mosques in Dubai open to non-Muslim travelers, the Jumeirah Mosque attracts numerous tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Al-Fahidi Fortress<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The city\u2019s oldest structure is the El Fahidi Fortress, built in 1787. Inside the Fortress is the Dubai Museum, which features exhibits of objects and everyday items, as well as an overview of the region\u2019s history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dubai Spice Souk<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Especially for visitors from T\u00fcrkiye, the Dubai Spice Souk will seem familiar \u2013 the traditional bazaar hosts stalls and shops selling fresh spices brought daily from India, Pakistan and Iran. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gold Souk<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether or not you\u2019re in the market for gold, the glittering Gold Souk, in the Al Dhagaya district, is worth a visit. As Dubai\u2019s most valuable export item after oil, the Gold Souk hosts countless shops, from boutiques to large jewelry manufacturers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-info-box qodef-block-container qodef-block-586f2ec0\"><div class=\"qi-block-info-box qodef-block qodef-m\"><div class=\"qodef-m-content\"><h4 class=\"qodef-m-title\">Where to stay in Dubai?<\/h4><p class=\"qodef-m-text\">For iconic luxury and beach access, Palm Jumeirah (home to Atlantis Hotel) is a top choice. Madinat Jumeirah offers a resort atmosphere with boutique hotels, while the area around Burj Khalifa provides a central, high-end experience.<\/p><\/div><a class=\"qodef-m-link\"><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-info-box qodef-block-container qodef-block-fbf43d40\"><div class=\"qi-block-info-box qodef-block qodef-m\"><div class=\"qodef-m-content\"><h4 class=\"qodef-m-title\">What to eat in Dubai?<\/h4><p class=\"qodef-m-text\">Famous Manousheh (Lebanese pizza), a wide variety of Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine, and exquisite meals at the city&#8217;s numerous Michelin-starred restaurants.<\/p><\/div><a class=\"qodef-m-link\"><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-qi-blocks-info-box qodef-block-container qodef-block-f4bdae7f\"><div class=\"qi-block-info-box qodef-block qodef-m\"><div class=\"qodef-m-content\"><h4 class=\"qodef-m-title\">What to see in Dubai?<\/h4><p class=\"qodef-m-text\">The record-breaking Burj Khalifa, Palm Islands (Palm Jumeirah), the massive Dubai Mall, Miracle Garden, La Mer, Jumeirah Mosque, Al-Fahidi Fortress, and the traditional Gold and Spice Souks.<\/p><\/div><a class=\"qodef-m-link\"><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dining in Dubai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"784\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/manousheh.webp\" alt=\"manousheh\" class=\"wp-image-33393\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/manousheh.webp 784w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/manousheh-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/manousheh-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/manousheh-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/manousheh-696x464.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 784px) 100vw, 784px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Manousheh, known as Lebanese pizza, is one of the most popular delicacies in Dubai.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hosting hundreds of international restaurants, Dubai\u2019s local cuisine features Asian and Middle Eastern influences. The annual Dubai Food Festival, usually held in May, spotlights international, local and regional products and dishes, as well as a wide range of restaurants and cafes. The city is also home to eleven Michelin-star restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Practical information about Dubai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"784\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-c\u0327o\u0308lleri.webp\" alt=\"dubai deserts\" class=\"wp-image-33395\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-c\u0327o\u0308lleri.webp 784w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-c\u0327o\u0308lleri-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-c\u0327o\u0308lleri-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-c\u0327o\u0308lleri-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dubai-c\u0327o\u0308lleri-696x464.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 784px) 100vw, 784px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dubai is set along the coast of the Arabian Gulf, within the borders of the Arabian Peninsula.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Getting to the city center from Dubai Airport<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dubai Airport (DXB) is four kilometers from the city center. Taxis are available at the airport as is public transportation to the city center. Bus stops are located at the exits of the three airport terminals and serving 24 hours, while the metro stations are located in Terminals 1 and 3. The drive to the city takes around 10 minutes but can sometimes reach up to an hour due to traffic.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Official language:<\/b> Arabic<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Currency:<\/b> UAE Dirham<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Socket type:<\/b> G<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><p><strong>Important Phone Numbers<\/strong><\/p><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Dubai Area Code:<\/b> +971<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Dubai International Airport:<\/b> +971 4 224 5555<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Ambulance:<\/b> 998<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Consulate General of T\u00fcrkiye:<\/b> +971 4 376 0600<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Let\u2019s go: About Dubai Set on the coast of the Persian Gulf, the area we now know as the city of Dubai has been inhabited since the Bronze Age. It is believed that agriculture began in the area around the 25th century BC, with the establishment of date palm plantations. 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