Dubai travel guide

The currency in Dubai is the United Arab Emirates dirham (AED). Prices on TripRadr for tours and activities are shown in Canadian dollars (CAD). Check the current exchange rate before you travel.

Gulf Standard Time all year, four hours ahead of UTC, with no daylight saving. Toronto is on Eastern Time, so check the difference for your travel dates. Toronto changes its clocks in spring and autumn, so the gap can shift during the year.

There are 2 seasons to plan around in Dubai. Best weather: November to March. Fewer crowds: April. Check the weather and any local events for your dates.

The main airport is Dubai International Airport (DXB). Routes and flight times depend on the season and the airline. Check with the airline or travel site you book with.

The Government of Canada publishes travel advice and advisories for the United Arab Emirates. Check it before you book and again before you leave. The advice can change, so TripRadr links to it instead of repeating it.

TripRadr does not take bookings. The things-to-do section shows tours and activities from Viator when they are available for Dubai. You book on Viator, and TripRadr may earn a commission.

The main languages are Arabic and English. Signs, menus and tours may also be available in English in places that welcome visitors. Learning a few local phrases is a polite way to start a conversation.

Popular things to do in Dubai include go up the Burj Khalifa, take a desert safari, wander the old souks and Dubai Creek and spend a day on the beach. The things-to-do section on this page shows tours and activities from Viator. Open one to see its details and price, then book on Viator.