DIFC Travel Guide

Dubai

A cityscape with numerous high-rise buildings, a coastline, and a mix of urban and green areas.

Stay near popular DIFC attractions

The Gate Building

The Gate Building is just one of the places to see in Dubai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Global Village Dubai Ticket with Optional transfer

Global Village Dubai Ticket with Optional transfer

£7
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Global Village Dubai Ticket with Optional transfer
Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma

Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma

£23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, ATV Bikes, Camels, Sandsurf & BBQ at Al Khayma
Burj Khalifa - 124th Flr. At The Top Ticket with Gray Line

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

£41
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Burj Khalifa - At The Top 124th Floor Observation Deck Tickets
Dubai: KidZania Admission Ticket

Dubai: KidZania Admission Ticket

£18
per adult
Dubai: KidZania Admission Ticket
Picture 1 for Activity Dubai: Dinner in the Sky Experience

Dubai: Dinner in the Sky Experience

£164
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dubai: Dinner in the Sky Experience
Jet Ski to Burj Al Arab & Atlantis + Photo, Video & Icecream

Jet Ski to Burj Al Arab & Atlantis + Photo, Video & Icecream

£120
per traveller
Jet Ski to Burj Al Arab & Atlantis + Photo, Video & Icecream
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Top hotels in DIFC

Swissôtel Al Murooj Dubai

Swissôtel Al Murooj Dubai

5 out of 5
Al Mustaqbal Steet Dubai United Arab Emirates
The price is £123 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
£123
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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 breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Swissôtel Al Murooj Dubai
Gevora Hotel

Gevora Hotel

4 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road, Next to Al Attar Dubai
The price is £97 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
£97
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Poorly managed property"

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Gevora Hotel
Rose Rayhaan by Rotana

Rose Rayhaan by Rotana

4 out of 5
Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai
The price is £74 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£74
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Rose Rayhaan by Rotana
Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG

3 out of 5
Kahraba South East Dubai
The price is £57 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
£57
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mall of the Emirates and The Walk ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (242 reviews)
"Wonderful all round! Very clean and staff were extremely helpful. Will recommend and stay again."

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle by IHG
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel

4 out of 5
Al Waha St Dubai Dubai
The price is £43 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
£43
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (199 reviews)
"I appreciate the cleanliness of this property, but its location is a bit inconvenient. It’s situated near an industrial area."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

4 out of 5
Airport Road, Casablanca Street Dubai
The price is £58 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
£58
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
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Where to stay in DIFC

Find the best DIFC areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A nighttime cityscape with a large fountain display in the center, surrounded by illuminated buildings and a bridge with people on it.
Photo by Image courtesy of the Government of Dubai, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing
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Downtown Dubai

Dubai Mall and Souk al Bahar 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.

A wicker chair with striped cushions overlooking a coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea.
Photo by TM
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Palm Jumeirah

Travellers love Palm Jumeirah for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Dubai by jumping on the metro at Nakheel Mall Station or The Pointe Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Palm Jumeirah Mall and Aquaventure.

A modern cityscape with high-rise buildings and a traditional boat docked at a marina.
Photo by TM
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Dubai Marina

Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dubai Marina. Check out top attractions like Marina Beach and Dubai Marina Mall, and jump on the metro at Jumeirah Beach Residence 1 Tram Stop or Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 Tram Station to see more of the city.

A coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, and a skyline of tall buildings.

Jumeirah Beach Residence

A bustling marina amazing beaches and top sights from Marina Beach to The Walk – discover Jumeirah Beach Residence, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A nighttime aerial view of a city with a prominent skyscraper, illuminated roads, and a body of water.

Business Bay

If you're spending time in Business Bay, you might enjoy attractions like Godolphin's Al Quoz Stables and Taj Dubai. 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.

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