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35 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Dubai

Dubai is one of the most interesting places I’ve ever visited. This futuristic city with its the never ending highways, tall buildings, huge malls and man-made islands has immediately stole my heart. If you haven’t visited Dubai yet you definitely need to put it on your travel bucket list! Here’s my 35 favourite photos to inspire you to visit Dubai.

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Table of Contents

Photos to inspire you to visit Dubai

Downtown Dubai

Atlantis, the Palm

Burj Khalifa - At the Top

Dubai Creek Harbour

Dubai Miracle Garden

Burj al Arab

Dubai Desert

Find the best places to stay in Dubai

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Final thoughts

Dubai is a truly wonderful and diverse city. To be honest with you I had really high hopes before visiting and luckily this city exceeded all my expectations! I hope you liked these Dubai photos and I was able to inspire you to visit Dubai.

If you have any questions feel free to leave a comment below or send me an email, I always love helping you out! Have you already visited Dubai or is it still on your bucket list? Let me know in the comments!

xoxo, Kriszti

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Top 5 Best Instagrammable Places in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is one of the most popular day trips from Dubai and I strongly recommend to do it if you are visiting Dubai! Most people visit Abu Dhabi for only one day but if you have more time you can easily spend there 2-3 days as well. The city is gorgeous and full of beautiful photography spots! In this post I collected the best instagrammable spots in Abu Dhabi that you can visit even if you’re planning to spend one day in Abu Dhabi!

Do you want to find the best photography spots in Dubai as well? Read my post about the most instagrammable places in Dubai!

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Most Instagrammable Places in Abu Dhabi

1. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque was the main reason I wanted to visit Abu Dhabi for so long. And let me tell you something: it is even more beautiful than it looks on the pictures! This mosque is definitely one of the most instagrammable places in Abu Dhabi.

The dress code is really strict for women: you must wear loose-fitting, ankle-lenght trousers or skirts and have your arms covered. If you’re not properly dressed you need to wear an abaya which I personally didn’t mind at all. You can choose from three different colors: blue, red or beige.

Although it’s really one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen taking photos here are really though. We didn’t manage to get there for opening time so it was already crowded. Plus there is a marked one-way path for the visitors and the guards kept rushing us to go forward every time we stopped for a photo. Definitely not the most peaceful experience but it was still totally worth it!

Location on Google Maps: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

*Confession time: The photo on the left is Photoshopped. In reality you can’t stand in the middle of the square where the flowers are painted on the floor. There was a barrier behind me which I took out with Photostop and the flowers in the first third are also added with Photoshop. The rest of the picture is real, even the flowers behind me! If you’re interested to see the original picture check the ‘Before/After’ highlight on my Instagram profile!*

How to get there: The easiest option is to take a taxi or take your rental car. There is a huge parking lot under the Mosque which is free to use for visitors.

Best time to go: Since it’s one of the most visited places in Abu Dhabi try to go there for 9 am when it opens. Sunset is another great time to go because the golden lights look really beautiful on the mosque. But be prepared for a huge crowd!

Cost: Visiting the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is absolutely free!

2. The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi is one of the most beautiful hotels I’ve ever seen! I’m absolutely obsessed with the Middle-Eastern architecture and if this wouldn’t be enough the hotel offers an amazing view over the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Just look at the below pictures and you will understand why I picked this hotel as one of the most instagrammable places in Abu Dhabi!

Location on Google Maps: The Ritz-Carlton, Abu Dhabi

How to get there: If you’re coming from the Dubai you basically have three choices: take a local bus (very long and uncomfortable), hire a private driver to take you there (quite pricy) or rent a car yourself and drive there. After carefully checking all the options we opted for a rental car since it was the most comfortable option and almost the cheapest. I can totally recommend doing the same! If you are already in Abu Dhabi and you don’t have a rental car, taking a taxi is the easiest option.

Best time to go: Anytime! You can make really great photos basically any time of the day but if you want to have the best lighting conditions I would recommend to shoot around sunset.

Cost: Unfortunately you can only visit The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi if you are a guest of the hotel. You can check the prices and book a room here! Although it might be worth to ask around whether you can make some photos in the ‘Instagram Spot’ – this is how they call the big archway you can see on my second picture. I can’t guarantee that they will allow you to do that, but remember the saying: if you don’t ask you will never get!

3. Wahat Al Karama

I’ve seen this place on Instagram a few times but I didn’t know exactly where it was. I had a really hard time finding it and first we even tried to go inside the Mosque hoping that this place is inside – well let me tell you in advance, it’s not! This place is located across the highway so you absolutely don’t need to go inside the Mosque and therefore there is no dress code either.

Location on Google Maps: Wahat Al Karama

How to get there: If you have a rental car simply search for Wahat Al Karama on Google Maps (or use the above link I gave you) and drive your car there. You will find a huge parking spot around this place so it’s absolutely easy to park. If you don’t have a car, taking a taxi is your best option to get there. However if you’re staying at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi you can easily walk there in just a few minutes!

Best time to go: As this place is not so popular you can go basically any time of the day. If you want to make some really epic Instagram photos sunset is the best time for that! The sun sets right behind the Mosque and the whole view is so magical. If you want to try night photography this is also the perfect place for that! In this case don’t forget to take a tripod with you.

Cost: Visiting the Wahat Al Karama is absolutely free!

4. Qasr al Watan

You haven’t heard of this place before? It’s not surprising because it’s a rather new attraction in Abu Dhabi! The Qasr Al Watan is a new landmark inside the Presidential Palace and it was only opened to the public recently (on 11 March 2019 to be exact).

The palace looks already incredible from the outside but when I stepped inside I was absolutely speechless! It’s definitely one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen, no pictures do justice how beautiful it is in real life! I can definitely recommend visiting if you are looking for the best photography spots in Abu Dhabi.

Location on Google Maps: Qasr Al Watan

How to get there: The Qasr Al Watan is located close to the Emirates Palace which is also one of the best places to stay in Abu Dhabi. If you’re staying there you can walk to the Qasr Al Watan in like 20-25 minutes. If you are staying elsewhere the best option is to take a taxi or use your rental car. There is a huge parking lot where you can park for free and from there you can use a golf cart or walk to the entrance.

Best time to go: The palace is open daily between 10am and 8pm. Of course opening time is the best if you want to get some photos without the crowd. But since it’s a huge place with a little patience you can easily shoot some pictures during the daytime too! Another great option is to go 1-2 hours before closing time. Since it will be already dark you can’t really shoot outside but you can shoot inside, plus this way you can see the light show which takes place at 7.30pm!

Cost: The adult ticket cost 60 AED (16.5 USD) and you can either buy them online or at the ticket counter.

5. Louvre Abu Dhabi

You might be surprised but there is a Louvre in Abu Dhabi too! It’s significantly smaller than the one in Paris but if you are a museum lover I can definitely recommend visiting. The whole building looks so futuristic and the when the light comes through the roof that looks really magical. As I’ve only spent one day in Abu Dhabi sadly I didn’t have time to visit the museum personally. Maybe next time!

Location on Google Maps: Louvre Abu Dhabi

How to get there: The easiest option is to take a taxi or use your rental car, if you have any. You can also use public transportation as the bus nr. 94 stops right in front of the Louvre Abu Dhabi (Saadiyat Island).

Best time to go: The museum is open from 10am to 8pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, from 10am to 10pm on Thursday and Friday and it’s closed on Monday. You can visit all day long but it’s best to go early in the morning to avoid the crowds.

Cost: The adult ticket cost 63 AED (17 USD) and you can either buy them online to skip the queue or at the ticket counter.

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Most Instagrammable Places in Abu Dhabi - Map

In the below map I collected all the best photography spots in Abu Dhabi for you. You just have to click on the bracket in the upper right corner and it will open it up on your phone. Super convenient, right?

Where to stay in Abu Dhabi

As you can see on the below map you can find a wide range of accommodations in Abu Dhabi. Although you won’t find any hostels but luckily you can still find some budget options too. You can use the below map to customize your search and see all the available hotels during your visit. If you don’t want to spend a lot of time with searching for accommodations just check out my recommendations below!

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*Please note that the below mentioned rates are calculated for 2 people and they are based on my independent research at the time of writing. Therefore I can not guarantee this rate in any way.*

Luxury hotels with the best view over the Grand Mosque

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

Set amid the landscaped gardens with its private beach overlooking the Grand Canal, Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi is inspired by renaissance architecture. It offers an outdoor pool, a gym and 8 restaurants.

Room rates start from 244 USD per night including breakfast – BOOK HERE!

Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri

Shangri-La Hotel, Qarat Al Beri has luxurious rooms decorated in a modern Arabic style with warm, rich colors and chic, elegant furnishings. Each room has a balcony or terrace where a view of the garden or Arabian Gulf can be admired.

Room rates start from 215 USD per night including breakfast – BOOK HERE!

Other luxury hotels

Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi

Located on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, overlooking its own private natural bay, Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi is located on 0.8 mi stretch of private beach. All rooms and suites feature luxurious bedding, and well-appointed furnishings.

Room rates start from 525 USD per night including breakfast – BOOK HERE!

Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island

Embracing expansive views of the city skyline and the sparkling waves of the Arabian Gulf, lies the Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island. It offers a swimming pool with panoramic skyline and water views.

Room rates start from 192 USD per night – BOOK HERE!

Mid-range hotels

Bab Al Qasr Residence

With Emirates Palace Beach reachable in an 8-minute walk, Bab Al Qasr Residence has accommodations, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and a bar.

Room rates start from 121 USD per night – BOOK HERE!

Marriott Hotel Downtown Abu Dhabi

Featuring free WiFi in the public areas, a restaurant and an outdoor pool, Marriott Hotel Downtown Abu Dhabi offers accommodations in Abu Dhabi, 300 m from Al Wahda Mall.

Room rates start from 110 USD per night – BOOK HERE!

Budget options

Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi Downtown

Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi Downtown is located in the center of Abu Dhabi, in the business district. The hotel features a rooftop swimming pool and 241 well-designed guest rooms and suites.

Room rates start from 54 USD per night – BOOK HERE!

Premier Inn Abu Dhabi Capital Centre

Located in a walking distance from Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center and within 12 minutes of Zayed Sports City; Premier Inn Abu Dhabi Capital Center offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

Room rates start from 35 USD per night – BOOK HERE!

Final thoughts

Abu Dhabi is an absolutely beautiful city and I can totally recommend visiting it, even if you have only one day to spend in there! Luckily you can cover the best spots in a short amount of time but if you have more time to spend in the city consider yourself lucky and enjoy it to the fullest!

I hope you liked this post about the most instagrammable places in Abu Dhabi and you will be able to shoot some amazing pictures as well! If you have any questions feel free to leave a comment below or send me an email, I always love helping you out! Do you know some other great photography spots in Abu Dhabi? Let me know in the comments!

xoxo, Kriszti

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Camera body: Sony Alpha 7 III
Standard zoom lens: TAMRON 28-75 mm f/2.8
Wide angle lens: Sony FE 16-35mm f/4
Drone: DJI Mavic 2 Pro
GoPro: GoPro Hero 7
Camera Bag: Peak Design Everyday Backpack 30L
Tripod: Manfrotto Compact Action

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11 Most Beautiful Instagrammable Places in Dubai

Visiting Dubai was on my bucket list since forever. When we started to plan our 6 months long Asia trip I didn’t know exactly where I wanna go but I knew one thing for sure: Dubai will be our first stop. Dubai is a perfect gateway between Europe and Asia and since it’s full of beautiful Instagram worthy places it needed to be on our itinerary for sure. In this post I collected all the most instagrammable places in Dubai with their exact locations and a bunch of useful tips about when to visit or how to get there.

Are you planning to visit Abu Dhabi from Dubai? Then you might be interested in reading my guide about the most instagrammable places in Abu Dhabi as well!

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Most Instagrammable Places in Dubai

1. Burj Khalifa

Going up to the world’s tallest building definitely needs to be on your Dubai itinerary! Not only you will get an incredible view from the top of the Burj Khalifa, there are countless Instagram worthy photo options up there too! The glass viewing platform is one of the best photography places in Dubai as it grants you the best view of the Dubai skyline. You can also find a very Instagrammable wing inside the building as well!

Location on Google Maps: At the Top, Burj Khalifa

How to get there: For public transportation you can use the red metro line that stops at the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall metro station. After that you need to walk approx. 1 km to reach the Burj Khalifa entrance in the Dubai Mall. Alternatively you can use a taxi – ask the driver to drop you off at the Fashion Parking in the Dubai Mall.

Best time to go: Most people choose to go up to the Burj Khalifa for sunset. I suggest doing exactly the opposite and going there for sunrise! The Burj Khalifa sunrise tickets are the cheapest options available and they also include a light breakfast at the cafeteria. The sun rises just in front of the viewing platforms and you don’t have to fight with the crowds to have that perfect Instagram shot. Trust me, it’s totally worth to wake up early for!

Cost: Ticket prices vary based on which levels you want to visit and when. With the standard tickets you can visit the 124-125 levels and they cost between 149-224 AED. If you wanna go for sunrise you should book the Sunrise + Breakfast option which costs between 149-153 AED. You can also visit the 148 level which is the highest point of the Burj Khalifa but be prepared for a very pricy experience as the tickets cost between 378-533 AED. If you need more information read this ultimate guide about visiting the Burj Khalifa!

2. Burj al Arab

The Burj al Arab is one of the most luxurious buildings in the world and a true icon of Dubai. Although staying there is very expensive but luckily admiring it from the outside will not cost you a penny. In my opinion the best place to take photos of the Burj al Arab is from the Jumeirah Public beach – which is also free!

Location on Google Maps: Burj al Arab, Jumeirah Public Beach

How to get there: Unfortunately there are no metro stations nearby but there are several bus stops around the Jumeirah Beach such as the Wild Wadi or the Maharba Masjid (bus lines: 8, 81, 88, N55, X28). As an alternative option, you can call a taxi which is fairy cheap everywhere in Dubai.

Best time to go: The view from the beach is amazing any time of the day but if you want something special, go there for sunset!

Cost: Visiting the Jumeirah Public Beach is absolutely free!

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3. Dubai Creek Harbour

Dubai Creek Harbour is still a developing part in Dubai as they only started to build up the whole complex recently. There are many new constructions going on but a big part of the area is already finished and can be freely visited.

I didn’t really know that when I visited and I expected a lively neighborhood with many bars and restaurants. But in reality it’s a quiet place with only a few locals hanging around. None of the restaurants are opened yet, only some playgrounds for the kids.

Anyways the main reason I visited Dubai Creek Harbour was for the views and let me tell you in advance – it did not disappoint! You can see get the best view of the Dubai skyline from the riverside which is pretty spectacular. Not to mention all the Instagram worthy photo opportunities! The Dubai Creek Harbour is definitely on of the best places to take photos in Dubai.

Location on Google Maps: Dubai Creek Harbour

How to get there: As I mentioned the area is still in progress so currently it can’t be reached with public transportation, your only option is taking a taxi. It’s important to know that there are no taxis around the harbour for your return trip either. It means you need to ask you taxi driver to wait for you until you explore the area or make an appointment for your return trip in advance!

Best time to go: Definitely sunset! As you can’t really do anything else around apart from taking a few photos and admiring the views, the best is to visit one hour before sunset. This way you can explore the best photo spots, take some pictures during golden hour and after sunset you can see how the Dubai skyline looks in the dark with the lights turned on.

Cost: Apart from the cost of the taxi ride, it’s absolutely free.

4. Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm is a legendary hotel in Dubai located on the artificial palm-tree shaped archipelago called Palm Jumeirah. Generally if you are not a guest of the hotel you are not allowed to get inside. But our taxi driver told us a little trick! When the guards at the entrance ask you why you wanna get in simply say that you wanna visit the shisha bar. They will let you pass and once you’re inside you are free to roam around the hotel!

The hotel itself is really beautiful inside and out but what’s really special about this place is the indoor aquarium! It’s called the Lost Chambers Aquarium and if you wanna visit the whole place you need to buy a ticket (which is quite expensive).

But if you’re the guest of the hotel (or you sneaked in like we did) you can see one part of the aquarium for free! Simply walk towards the entrance of the Lost Chambers Aquarium inside the hotel and once you walk down the stairs you will immediately spot the free part of the Aquarium. It’s a huge aquarium full of fishes, manta rays and sharks. Pretty magical! It was definitely one of the most unique photography locations in Dubai.

Location on Google Maps: Atlantis, The Palm

How to get there: Unfortunately public transportation is not an option so you need to take a taxi.

Best time to go: The best is to go in the morning to avoid the crowd at the Aquarium. We visited in the afternoon and it was really hard to shoot a picture without any other people in it!

Cost: Apart from the cost of the taxi ride if you sneak into the hotel like we did, it’s free to visit the small Aquarium. However if you wanna get inside you need to pay 110-135 AED per person for the tickets.

5. Dubai Miracle Garden

The Dubai Miracle Garden is the most beautiful garden I’ve ever seen. It is full of gorgeous flower installations like huge sculptures covered with flowers, heart shaped tunnels and colorful umbrellas. I’m absolutely obsessed with flowers so it was like a heaven for me! And let’s face it: colorful flowers always make a perfect backdrop for the photos.

Good to know that the garden is only open between mid-November to mid-May but since this is the best time to visit Dubai chances are high you’re gonna be visiting in this period anyway. Unfortunately if you’re visiting outside these months you will not be able to see the gardens.

Location on Google Maps: Dubai Miracle Garden

How to get there: If you wanna use public transportation, you have to take the red metro line and stop at the MOE (Mall of Emirates) metro station. After that you need to take the bus nr. 105 which takes you directly to the Miracle Garden. Good to know that this whole process takes more than 1 hour. If you want to save some time, you can take a taxi instead.

Best time to go: The park opens at 9 am every day so if you want to make sure to get the perfect Instagram worthy photos, go there for opening time! We went there around noon and the park was already full of people which made it quite difficult to shoot. However a little patience (and sometimes a bit of Photoshop) always does the trick!

Cost: The entrance ticket costs 55 AED per person.

6. Wings of Mexico Statue

The Wings of Mexico statue is one of the coolest installations in Dubai and it’s a must visit on every Instagrammer’s itinerary. The wings are really photogenic and if you combine it with the Burj Khalifa in the background you get a perfect Instagram photo in return! You can basically frame it two different ways: when the Burj Khalifa is standing high in the background or you can compose it within the frame of the wings.

Location on Google Maps: Wings of Mexico Statue

How to get there: The easiest option is to combine visiting the Wings of Mexico statue with the Burj Khalifa or the Dubai Mall because all of them are in walking distance from each other. Alternatively you can use bus nr. 27 or F13 which stops right in front of the wings or take a taxi.

Best time to go: This is a place that you can visit basically any time of the day. We visited in the middle of the day and I expected a big crowd in front of the statue however it was completely empty.

Cost: Visiting the Wings of Mexico statue is absolutely free!

7. Burj Park by Emaar

If you want to shoot the perfect Instagram picture with the full Burj Khalifa in the background, you need to visit the Burj Park by Emaar! The whole park is beautiful and offers amazing views not just over the Burj Khalifa but the nearby skyscrapers too.

The only downside is that you are not allowed to shoot here with a camera. Don’t ask why, I find it totally ridiculous but when we started shooting a guard came to us and told us that we can’t use our camera for shooting, only our phone. The problem with that is unless you have a new iPhone with a wide angle lens, you can’t shoot a picture with the whole Burj Khalifa in the background. Just check out second photo below that I made with my iPhone XS. See what I mean?

Luckily we managed to shoot a few pictures before the guard noticed us and it turned out just the way I wanted (see the first picture below). My advice is to check out your location in advance, plan your pose, set your camera and go all in because you will have only 1-2 minutes to shoot before the guards will notice you.

Location on Google Maps: Burj Park by Emaar

How to get there: The easiest option is to combine visiting the Burj Park by Emaar with the Burj Khalifa or the Dubai Mall because all of them are in walking distance from each other. Otherwise it’s a 1.5 km long walk from the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall metro station.

Best time to go: Since it’s a public park and usually not so crowded you can visit any time of the day. Just carefully plan everything before you take out your camera because the guards will make you put it away right after they see it.

Cost: Visiting the Burj Park is absolutely free!

8. Palace Downtown

The Palace Downtown is one of the most beautiful hotels in Dubai and it offers an amazing view over the Burj Khalifa. You can visit the pool area outside the hotel even if you are not a hotel guest and you can shoot some really epic Instagram photos there!

While we were shooting a guard came to us and told us that we are not allowed to shoot here with our camera. Apparently if you have a nice camera and a pretty dress everyone thinks you are a professional and you are shooting commercials or anything like that. We explained the guard that we are not professionals, just normal travellers so eventually he let us do a few more clicks. Since the Burj Khalifa is extremely tall, a wide angle lens is much needed for this shot too!

Location on Google Maps: Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa

How to get there: The easiest option is to combine visiting the Palace Downtown with the Burj Khalifa or the Dubai Mall because all of them are in walking distance from each other. Alternatively you can use bus nr. 27 or F13 which stops near the hotel or take a taxi.

Best time to go: We went there in the morning and unfortunately the shadows were really harsh on the pool. Based on that I would recommend visiting in the afternoon and I’ve seen some amazing photos here taken at sunset as well!

Cost: Visiting this part of the Palace Downtown is absolutely free!

9. Dubai Mall

The Dubai Mall is another iconic place in Dubai and the most famous place in the Mall is definitely the Waterfall Wall. The waterfall is 24- metre tall and it is decorated with fibreglass sculptures of divers. It looks pretty cool!

Location on Google Maps: Dubai Mall, Waterfall Wall inside the Dubai Mall

How to get there: For public transportation you can use the red metro line that stops at the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall metro station. After that you need to walk approx. 10 minutes to reach the first entrance of the Dubai Mall. Alternatively you can use a taxi.

Best time to go: You can visit any time of the day but the best is to go early in the morning if you want to avoid the crowd.

Cost: Visiting the Dubai Mall is absolutely free!

10. Dubai Steel Heart

We stumbled upon this cool steel heart installation after we stepped out of the Dubai Mall. It is also an amazing location to shoot a great picture with the Burj Khalifa in the background! You can find a cute corner next to the steel heart with carpets and treasure chests but when we visited in the morning it was still closed. (I guess you can only use that if you pay for it.)

Location on Google Maps: Dubai Steel Heart

How to get there: The easiest option is to combine visiting the Dubai Steel Heart with the Burj Khalifa or the Dubai Mall because all of them are in walking distance from each other. If you are coming from the Dubai Mall, use the exit which is the closest to the Waterfall Wall. This way you will end up right in front of the Dubai Steel Heart.

Best time to go: You can visit any time of the day but the best is to go early in the morning if you want to avoid the crowd.

Cost: Visiting the Dubai Steel Heart is absolutely free!

11. Dubai Desert

No Dubai itinerary is complete without visiting the Dubai Desert! Not only you will have an exciting day touring the desert, you will have many amazing photo opportunities there too. I mean you simply can’t take a bad picture with these sand dunes, am I right?

To be honest with you I liked the Wadi Rum desert in Jordan a lot more than the desert in Dubai. But it’s still an amazing experience, especially if you haven’t been to a desert before!

In order to visit the Dubai desert you need to book a Desert safari. There are countless options out there but we decided to book a tour with OceanAir Travels via GetYourGuide and we loved everything about it! We opted for the 7-Hour Shared Red Dunes & Open Buffet Tour. You can choose between two starting times: 10 am or 2 pm. I recommend choosing the 2 pm version because this way you can see the sunset in the desert which is really magical!

Location on Google Maps: Dubai Desert

How to get there: If you book a Desert safari you don’t need to worry about it because they will pick you up at your hotel.

Best time to go: Always choose the afternoon option, if there is any! Seeing the sunset in the desert is such a magical experience.

Cost: It highly depends on which company you choose for the Desert safari. As I mentioned we chose a tour via GetYourGuide and we paid like 500 AED for 2 people. I can absolutely recommend them! It’s worth to check the price for multiple days as it can vary based on the selected dates.

Most Instagrammable Places in Dubai - Map

In the below map I collected all the best Dubai photography spots for you. You just have to click on the bracket in the upper right corner and it will open it up on your phone. Super convenient, right?

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Final thoughts

Dubai is definitely one of the most instagrammable places I’ve ever visited. I absolutely loved visiting all these perfect photography spots the city has to offer. I had high hopes for Dubai and I ended up loving it even more I thought I would!

Hope you guys liked this post about the most instagrammable places in Dubai and you will be able to create some pretty epic photos as well while visiting Dubai!

If you have any questions feel free to leave a comment below or send me an email, I always love helping you out! Do you know some other great photography places in Dubai? Let me know in the comments!

xoxo, Kriszti

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What camera gear do we use?

Camera body: Sony Alpha 7 III
Standard zoom lens: TAMRON 28-75 mm f/2.8
Wide angle lens: Sony FE 16-35mm f/4
Drone: DJI Mavic 2 Pro
GoPro: GoPro Hero 7
Camera Bag: Peak Design Everyday Backpack 30L
Tripod: Manfrotto Compact Action

If you want to read more about what is in our camera bag, check out my detailed post about our travel photography gear!

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Photos to inspire you to visit Dubai

Downtown Dubai

Atlantis, the Palm

Burj Khalifa - At the Top

Dubai Creek Harbour

Dubai Miracle Garden

Burj al Arab

Dubai Desert

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Most Instagrammable Places in Abu Dhabi

1. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

2. The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi

3. Wahat Al Karama

4. Qasr al Watan

5. Louvre Abu Dhabi

Most Instagrammable Places in Abu Dhabi - Map

Where to stay in Abu Dhabi

Luxury hotels with the best view over the Grand Mosque

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Final thoughts

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Most Instagrammable Places in Dubai

1. Burj Khalifa

2. Burj al Arab

3. Dubai Creek Harbour

4. Atlantis, The Palm

5. Dubai Miracle Garden

6. Wings of Mexico Statue

7. Burj Park by Emaar

8. Palace Downtown

9. Dubai Mall

10. Dubai Steel Heart

11. Dubai Desert

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