Top Places to Visit in the UAE

Once you start listing down the places to visit in UAE, it will become quite extensive as the options are endless. Starting from the natural sights to the man-made monuments, you will find a wide variety of options here. So, to reduce your confusion and help you make a good travel itinerary, here are some notable places you must check out during your stay in the UAE.  

1. Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is the most prosperous of all the Emirates. It is also the capital of the UAE. Although Abu Dhabi looks more modest than Dubai, it has its share of flamboyance. That being said, it tries hard to maintain perfect harmony between traditional culture and modernism. You will see all sorts of posh hotels and resorts amid the mighty desert. The gulf country has a gorgeous mosque in Sheikh Zayed Grand. There is also the Formula 1 racing track nearby. Motorsports lovers can also enjoy Ferrari world, an amusement park launched by the Italian automobile company. It is an organised city. The Bedouin culture gives an exotic feel to the visitors who have landed in the country for the first time. The hospitality is exceptional, and the people are quite lively.

2. Palm Jumeirah

This island cluster is the world's largest man-made archipelago. It is shaped like a palm tree, and the islands consist of the poshest restaurants and all the high-class properties in the UAE. The Burj Al Arab hotel is also located here. The Palm Jumeirah is another attraction that attracts many tourists to the islands. There are around 500 residents that live on the island. The islands are known for the marine life in the nearby sea and also for their water sports arrangements.  

3. Sharjah

Sharjah is another prominent travel destination in the UAE. The district lies on Dubai's Northern side on the creek. The city has a blend of modern and traditional architecture. Most of the homes in Sharjah City have been restored. The city also has a considerable number of relics in its museums. This shows that people love to stay in touch with their roots. A brilliant example of this fixation on customs can be seen in how highly people regard the Sharjah fort, the royal residence in the 19th century. Sharjah has the Persian Gulf on the Southern Coast. Visit it for the culture, of course, the cuisine and for the famous tourist spots. It is one of the places to visit in UAE for free or almost free. 

4. Ras Al-Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah is known for its natural gems. Although it is not as popular as Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, it has many cool beaches for lazing around and mountains to go on a hike. If you are lucky, you might be able to spot a rare Arabian Oryx, an endangered antelope species, within the city's borders.

 Ras Al Khaimah has Jebel Jais, the longest zip line in the world, and it has a length of 2.83 km. Moreover, you should also visit the abandoned and probably haunted village of Jazirah Al Hamra in Ras Al Khaimah, which is said to be ravaged by Djinns or evil souls.

5. Al Ain

The largest garden city in the United Arab Emirates, Al Ain, is where tourists can chill out amid an environmentally friendly retreat. Here the founding father of UAE, Sheikh Zayed, was born. So it has cultural significance in the Islamic religion. The city has the UAE's largest inland oasis, Date Palm forests. You can also enjoy a bath in the natural hot springs in the calm surroundings of the city. If you have some time left, you can also visit the Al Ain Zoo. The city also offers water sports options, like kayaking, surfing and water rafting.  

6. Fujairah

The only emirate that is not situated in the Arabian Gulf, Fujairah is located on UAE's Eastern coast with the Hajar Mountains range on one side. It is more famous as a commercial hub of the UAE. Fujairah is a tourist attraction because of its traditional culture, beautiful beaches, water sports and coastline. Talking about water sports, you can try snorkelling and scuba diving if you go near the coastline. Also, make it a point to visit Dibba and Al Aqah. You can also enjoy the tasty morsels of Arabian cuisine here. If you want to get in touch with your religious side, then you can also visit the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the oldest of the mosques in UAE. Tourists can go to other popular mosques and forts in the city. It is one of the best places to visit in the UAE.  

Apart from these places, you can also go to Ajman, Dammam, Umm Al Quwain and Nizwa and other offbeat destinations in UAE that offer various travel and adventure options for all kinds of tourists.

To sum up, now that you are aware of some of the top places to visit in UAE, start planning your next holiday and make it a memorable one.