Academic City Travel Guide

Name: Millennium Place Marina
Price range: £91
Rating: 9.2

Dubai

Dubai featuring shopping, signage and markets

Sharjah showing modern architecture, boating and a bay or harbour

Dubai which includes a high-rise building, a coastal town and skyline

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Popular places to visit

Burj Khalifa

The world's tallest building is a phenomenal feat of engineering and home to luxurious apartments, offices and a top-class hotel.

Dubai Mall

Browse, shop, play and dine at one of the largest shopping and entertainment malls in the world.

Cityscape with beautiful park with palm trees in Dubai, UAE

Burj Al Arab

Burj Al Arab is just one of the places to see in Dubai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's desert landscapes and shops.

Mall of the Emirates

You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Mall of the Emirates, a favourite shopping spot in Dubai. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's desert landscapes.

Marina Beach

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Marina Beach, a popular beach in Dubai. Stroll along the marina or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Dubai Creek

Explore the city’s waterway, and see old and new Dubai and a variety of wildlife.

Things to do

Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ

£18

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Burj Khalifa - 124th Flr. At The Top Ticket with Gray Line

Burj Khalifa - At The Top 124th Floor Observation Deck Tickets

£39

per adult

82% of travellers recommend

Atlantis Dubai: Aquaventure Waterpark Tickets

£67

per adult

84% of travellers recommend

City Sightseeing Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Sunset and Night Tour

£41

per adult

86% of travellers recommend

Dubai: Jet Ski to Burj Al Arab with Pics, Videos & Ice Cream

Dubai: Jetski to Burj Arab-Atlantis w Pic, Video & Icecream

£38

per traveller

Dubai: The View At The Palm Observatory Entry Ticket

£22

per adult

88% of travellers recommend

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Top hotels in Academic City

Grand Millennium Business Bay

2 Al Khaleej Al Tejari 2 Street Dubai

£65

10 Mar - 11 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Dubai Creek are located ...

9/10 Wonderful! (351 reviews)

Not helpful

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Atlantis, The Palm

Crescent Road Dubai

£444

11 Mar - 12 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this beach hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,708 reviews)

Ocean visible from room. Suitable for families. Friendly staff. Awesome breakfast buffet. Will stay again.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay Dubai

£117

19 Mar - 20 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,230 reviews)

Cannot praise this hotel enough for everything. They made us feel so safe when we got stranded last week , the rooms restaurants everything is amazing and the staff brilliant

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

East Crescent Road Dubai

£165

13 Mar - 14 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury resort in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,276 reviews)

Fabulous hotel - all areas spotless Great restaurants and bars. Had access to the executive lounge which was lovely for pre dinner drinks - afternoon tea wasn’t much choice but breakfast and evenings was lovely. Plenty of sunbeds around the pool and on the beach Boat tour around the marina was amazing ...

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Hotel Local Dubai, Jumeirah Village Triangle, Autograph Collection

Street D61, District 7 JVT Dubai

£89

10 Mar - 11 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions The Walk and Marina Beach are located nearby.

9.2/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)

The ambience is great and the entire experience is value for money

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Millennium Place Marina

Al Marsa Street Dubai Dubai

£91

10 Mar - 11 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,344 reviews)

Very good

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Academic City

Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Dubai Water Canal and Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Business Bay Station to see more of the city.

Dubai Mall which includes shopping and interior views

Downtown Dubai

4.5/5(168 area reviews)

Dubai Mall and KidZania are top sights in Downtown Dubai, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station or Dubai Trolley Station 2 Tram Station to see more sights in the area.

Za'abeel

Well liked for its restaurants and theme parks, Za'abeel is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dubai Frame and Dubai Water Canal, and jump on the metro at Max Fashion Station to get around the city.

DIFC

DIFC is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Tabari Artspace and XVA Gallery, and you can get around town on the metro at Financial Centre Station.

Aerial view of Dubai Frame, Downtown skyline, United Arab Emirates or UAE. Financial district and business area in smart urban city. Skyscraper and high-rise buildings at sunset.

Al Quoz

The beaches and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Al Quoz. Alserkal Avenue Arts District and Carbon 12 are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Noor Bank Station or Equiti Station to get around the larger area.