Title: Visit Middle East: Best of Middle East Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [Middle East Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Middle-East.d6023182.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Middle East](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Middle-East.d6023182.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Middle East Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Middle-East.d6023182.Flight-Destinations)[Middle East Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Middle-East.d6023182.Car-Hire-Destinations)[Middle East Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Middle-East.d6023182.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Middle East ## Tourist Guide ![Burj Khalifa which includes a skyscraper and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60497-Dubai.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Middle East](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60508-Dubai.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dubai Desert showing land animals and desert views as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60510-Dubai.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Muscat featuring a sunset and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/59000/59871-Muscat.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Middle East](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60646-Spice-Souk.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Visit the birthplaces of several modern religions, with diverse areas of fascinating history and geography. The Middle East is often considered the birthplace of modern civilization. Religious histories in the Torah, Bible and Koran identify the region as the origin for Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Archeologists have identified remains of some of mankind’s earliest ancestors in the valley of the Euphrates River. Visit the subcontinent to explore its historic past and appreciate its modern cities. Israel draws not only people of the Jewish faith, but also others interested in seeing the ancient town of Jerusalem and the bustling city of Tel Aviv. In Old Jerusalem, make a pilgrimage to the holy Western Wall, where modern Jews remember the sorrows of their ancestors. Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Memorial has extensive information and lists of victims of the historic travesty. From Tel Aviv arrange a daytrip to Bethlehem in Palestine’s West Bank and relive the story of Mary giving birth to Jesus in a stable. The [United Arab Emirates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/United-Arab-Emirates.d189.Holidays-City-Breaks) is a collection of Arab emirates in a small, but wealthy country. See the amazing Sheikh Zayad Grand Mosque in [Abu Dhabi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Abu-Dhabi.d6053838.Holidays-City-Breaks), an impressive palace of white domes and beautiful mosaics. This modern wonder welcomes people of any faith. In [Dubai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubai.d1079.Holidays-City-Breaks), visit one of the world’s tallest and most impressive buildings, the [Burj Khalifa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burj-Khalifa-Downtown-Dubai.d6083275.Attraction), rising more than 160 stories skyward. Select a good spot to watch its amazing fountains choreographed with music and lights. The country constantly invests its wealth in infrastructure and cultural sites, so you are likely to find new attractions if you visit year after year. [Jordan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jordan.d90.Holidays-City-Breaks) has one of the world’s most fascinating archaeological locations. Petra World Heritage Site reveals a prehistoric city with Greek columns carved into giant rock faces. Travel to the Dead Sea and float in the highly saturated saltwater. Explore the gold souks and camel markets of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Observe faithful Islamists practicing daily prayers throughout the country, always facing toward Mecca. If you are Muslim, visit the city of Mecca, the birthplace of Muhammad and Islam’s holiest city. Although it is located on the African continent, Egypt is considered part of the Middle East. The country has one of the longest rivers in the world, the Nile. Visit the Pyramids and Sphinx, ancient wonders built over 4,500 years ago, long before the advent of modern construction equipment. Scientists still debate how ancient builders accomplished the difficult tasks of creating these impressive buildings with human labor. Find resorts and dive sites on Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula. While travel in several countries in the Middle East is at times not advised, most areas offer safe opportunities for very memorable experiences. Check the U.S. Department of State website for current travel advisories. Create your trip to this inspiring region to explore the anthropological and religious roots of much of the modern world. ### Popular cities in Middle East [IstanbulKnown for Dining, Historical and Shopping](https://expedia.co.uk/Istanbul.dx178267) Spanning two continents and framed by soaring minarets, this fabled Turkish city of museums, bazaars and delicious cuisine enchants travellers from across the world. ## Reasons to visit - Hagia Sophia - Blue Mosque - Grand Bazaar [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Istanbul.dx178267)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels.d178267.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Dubai](https://expedia.co.uk/Dubai.dx553248635974547388) Discover the local area in Dubai as you check out popular sights like Dubai Mall and Gold Souk. ## Reasons to visit - Burj Al Arab - Wild Wadi Water Park - Gold Souk [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Dubai.dx553248635974547388)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Dubai-Hotels.d553248635974547388.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [AnkaraKnown for Museums, Historical and Cafes](https://expedia.co.uk/Ankara.dx386) Experience the cafes, monuments and parks in Ankara! ## Reasons to visit - Kizilay Square - Anitkabir - Atakule Tower [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Ankara.dx386)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Ankara-Hotels.d386.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [AntalyaKnown for Beaches, Historical and Shopping](https://expedia.co.uk/Antalya.dx481) Escape to Antalya! Enjoy its beaches, history and entertainment. ## Reasons to visit - Antalya Clock Tower - Hadrian's Gate - Alaaddin Mosque [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Antalya.dx481)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Antalya-Hotels.d481.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [IzmirKnown for Sea, Shopping and Cafes](https://expedia.co.uk/Izmir.dx1665) Come to Izmir and enjoy its cafes, monuments and sightseeing. ## Reasons to visit - Konak Square - Kemeralti Market - Konak Pier Shopping Mall [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Izmir.dx1665)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Izmir-Hotels.d1665.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Abu DhabiKnown for Beaches, Shopping and Sports](https://expedia.co.uk/Abu-Dhabi.dx453) Ancient traditions blend with very modern architecture in this exotic Arabian city. Explore shoreline, souks and an exceptionally grand mosque. ## Reasons to visit - Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre - Ferrari World - Abu Dhabi Corniche [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Abu-Dhabi.dx453)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Abu-Dhabi-Hotels.d453.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Countries in Middle East [Türkiye](https://expedia.co.uk/Turkiye.dx183)[Cyprus](https://expedia.co.uk/Cyprus.dx45)[Georgia](https://expedia.co.uk/Georgia.dx11403)[United Arab Emirates](https://expedia.co.uk/United-Arab-Emirates.dx189)[Saudi Arabia](https://expedia.co.uk/Saudi-Arabia.dx157)[Bahrain](https://expedia.co.uk/Bahrain.dx14)[Israel](https://expedia.co.uk/Israel.dx85)[Oman](https://expedia.co.uk/Oman.dx139)[Qatar](https://expedia.co.uk/Qatar.dx149)[Lebanon](https://expedia.co.uk/Lebanon.dx98)[Jordan](https://expedia.co.uk/Jordan.dx90)[Kuwait](https://expedia.co.uk/Kuwait.dx95)[Pakistan](https://expedia.co.uk/Pakistan.dx140)[Azerbaijan](https://expedia.co.uk/Azerbaijan.dx12)[Armenia](https://expedia.co.uk/Armenia.dx11398)[Palestinian Territories](https://expedia.co.uk/Palestinian-Territories.dx11726) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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