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Burj Khalifa

Burj Khalifa. Photo: imran shahabuddin. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Museum of the Future

Museum of the Future exterior. Photo: Lyonerov. Licence: CC-BY-SA-4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Frame

Dubai Frame exterior. Photo: Eduard Marmet. Licence: CC-BY-SA-2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

The View at The Palm

Rows of Palm Jumeirah’s fronds extend across the water, seen from The View’s observation level. Archive photograph from 2022.. Photo: dconvertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sky Views Dubai

Sheikh Zayed Road and the surrounding towers seen from Sky Views Observatory.. Photo: Domenico Convertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

The Dubai Fountain

The Dubai Fountain. Photo: GinaD. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Ain Dubai

Ain Dubai. Photo: anoldent. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

ARTE Museum Dubai

Area view: Dubai Mall exterior; ARTE Museum is inside the mall, and this is not its exhibition interior. Photo: EditQ. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Opera

Dubai Opera. Photo: heyexplorer.com. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Madame Tussauds Dubai

Area view: Bluewaters Island and Ain Dubai; nearby setting for Madame Tussauds, not the museum interior. Photo: Roxy3115. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Museum of Illusions Dubai

Area view: Al Seef heritage waterfront; nearby setting for the Museum of Illusions, not exhibition interiors. Photo: RPSkokie. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Alserkal Avenue

Alserkal Avenue. Photo: Fuzheado. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. Photo: Maxim Gavrilyuk. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Ice Rink

Dubai Ice Rink. Photo: Ank Kumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

KidZania Dubai

Area view: Dubai Mall exterior; KidZania is inside the mall, and this is not its activity interior. Photo: EditQ. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Mall

Dubai Mall. Photo: EditQ. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Mall of the Emirates

Mall of the Emirates. Photo: Peter Gronemann from Switzerland. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Festival City Mall

Dubai Festival City Mall. Photo: Jpbowen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

City Walk

City Walk. Photo: Abrar Alnasheet. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Marina

Dubai Marina. Photo: Norlando Pobre. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Harbour

Dubai Harbour. Photo: Ahsan Younas. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Bluewaters Island

Bluewaters Island. Photo: Roxy3115. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Creek Harbour

Dubai Creek Harbour. Photo: Lxs. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Qudra Lakes

Al Qudra Lakes. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Love Lake

Love Lake. Photo: Abhija.s. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve

Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Photo: Mlewis114. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary

Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary. Photo: Kaippally at English Wikipedia. Licence: CC BY 2.5. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood

Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. Photo: Keizi92. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Shindagha Museum

Al Shindagha Museum. Photo: Akbarali. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Etihad Museum

Etihad Museum. Photo: Lxs. Licence: CC-BY-4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Jumeirah Mosque

Jumeirah Mosque. Photo: Vicharam. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Bur Dubai Grand Mosque

Bur Dubai Grand Mosque. Photo: ZI Jony. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

SMCCU cultural experiences

The entrance to Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding in Al Fahidi, photographed in 2018.. Photo: Nagsdear. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Seef

Al Seef. Photo: RPSkokie. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Gold Souk

Gold Souk. Photo: Imre Solt. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Spice Souk

Dubai Spice Souk. Photo: A.Savin. Licence: FAL. Resized and compressed for display.

Textile Souk

Textile Souk. Photo: Chris Waits. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Jameel Arts Centre

The white exterior and sign at Jameel Arts Centre, photographed in 2023.. Photo: uy rogelio. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and compressed for display.

Kite Beach

Kite Beach. Photo: Lxs. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sunset Beach

Burj Al Arab and the waterfront lights seen from Sunset Beach after dark.. Photo: Ankur Panchbudhe. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Palm West Beach

The shoreline at Palm West Beach with the Dubai Marina skyline across the water, photographed in 2022.. Photo: Jeffrey Francisco. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and compressed for display.

The Beach, JBR

The Beach, JBR. Photo: pe-sa. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Islands Beach

Area view: Al Mamzar coastal scenery near Dubai Islands; not a photograph of Dubai Islands Beach. Photo: trolvag. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Mamzar Beach Park

Al Mamzar coastline and beach. Photo: trolvag. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Zabeel Park

Zabeel Park. Photo: Ranjit Laxman from Cochin, India. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Mushrif Park

Mushrif Park. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Creek Park

Evening light across lawns and pathways in Creek Park.. Photo: Ahmad3027. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Safa Park

Safa Park. Photo: Robert Luxemburg. Licence: Public domain. Resized and compressed for display.

IMG Worlds of Adventure

Velociraptor roller coaster at IMG Worlds of Adventure. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Motiongate Dubai

Motiongate Dubai. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

LEGOLAND Dubai

LEGOLAND Dubai. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

LEGOLAND Water Park

Area view: LEGOLAND Dubai theme park scenery; nearby setting for the water park, not the water park itself. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Real Madrid World

Area view: Riverland at Dubai Parks and Resorts; nearby setting for Real Madrid World, not its rides. Photo: Aleksandr Serebrennikov. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

The World of Riverland

The World of Riverland. Photo: Aleksandr Serebrennikov. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Aquaventure Waterpark

Aquaventure Waterpark. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Lost World Aquarium

A lionfish inside the aquarium’s themed exhibits.. Photo: traveljunction. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Wild Wadi Waterpark

Wild Wadi Waterpark. Photo: Saudi. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Ski Dubai

Ski Dubai. Photo: Jason7825. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

The Green Planet

The Green Planet. Photo: WikiSilky. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Butterfly Garden

Dubai Butterfly Garden. Photo: Balou46. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Safari Park

Dubai Safari Park. Photo: Razick e. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Hatta Dam & Hatta Kayak

Hatta Dam & Hatta Kayak. Photo: Tms2007. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Hatta Wadi Hub

The bicycle rental and bike shop area at Hatta Wadi Hub.. Photo: Shalika Malintha. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Hatta Heritage Village

Hatta Heritage Village. Photo: CultureArts. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Hatta Hill Park

Hatta Hill Park. Photo: Dubaideena. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Hatta Honeybee Garden

Honey products on display inside Hatta Honey Bee Garden and Discovery Centre during a visit in June 2026.. Photo: EduExplorer47. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Leem Lake & Hatta Flow

Leem Lake & Hatta Flow. Photo: Ahmed Al Habesh. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Global Village

Global Village. Photo: Philosographer. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Miracle Garden

Dubai Miracle Garden. Photo: Dayneferrera. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Crocodile Park

Dubai Crocodile Park. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Inside Burj Al Arab

Inside Burj Al Arab. Photo: Joi Ito. Licence: CC-BY-2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Souk Madinat Jumeirah

Souk Madinat Jumeirah. Photo: Donaldytong. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Water Canal

Dubai Water Canal. Photo: Vicharam. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Coffee Museum

The Coffee Museum’s bilingual entrance sign.. Photo: Clemens Schmillen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dubai Creek abra ride

Dubai Creek abra ride. Photo: Phil6007. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Expo City Dubai

Expo City Dubai. Photo: Dennis Sylvester Hurd from Vancouver, Canada. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Terra

Terra sustainability pavilion solar trees.. Photo: Diego F. Parra. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Wasl Plaza

Al Wasl Plaza. Photo: Dennis Sylvester Hurd from Vancouver, Canada. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Vision Dubai

Area view: Al Wasl Plaza at Expo City Dubai; nearby setting for Vision Dubai, not the pavilion interior. Photo: Dennis Sylvester Hurd from Vancouver, Canada. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Rashid's Adventures Playground

Area view: Al Wasl Plaza at Expo City Dubai; nearby setting for the playground, not the playground itself. Photo: Dennis Sylvester Hurd from Vancouver, Canada. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Photo: Wikiemirati. Licence: CC-BY-SA-4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Qasr Al Watan

Qasr Al Watan. Photo: Renek78. Licence: CC-BY-SA-4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Louvre Abu Dhabi

Louvre Abu Dhabi. Photo: Boubloub. Licence: CC-BY-SA-4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Qasr Al Hosn

Qasr Al Hosn. Photo: Peturrunar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental. Photo: Chris Down. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

The Founder's Memorial

The Founder's Memorial. Photo: Mhammadi1. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Wahat Al Karama

Wahat Al Karama. Photo: Rifat Yakan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Abu Dhabi Heritage Village

Abu Dhabi Heritage Village. Photo: giggel. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Cultural Foundation

Palm trees frame the Cultural Foundation building.. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Manarat Al Saadiyat

Manarat Al Saadiyat. Photo: Davide Mauro. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Photo: Alberto-g-rovi. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi

The themed gift-shop interior at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi; shops and displays may change.. Photo: Dasomm. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Yas Waterworld

Yas Waterworld. Photo: LittleOneM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

CLYMB Abu Dhabi

Area view: Yas Mall exterior; nearby setting for CLYMB, not its climbing or flight facilities. Photo: Itisdeepak. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Yas Marina Circuit

Sunset at Yas Marina Circuit. Photo: Cesar I. Martins from Jundiai, Brazil. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi

Chameleons at the National Aquarium Abu Dhabi. Photo: Marcellin99. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Emirates Park Zoo

Emirates Park Zoo. Photo: shankar s. from sharjah, united arab emirates. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Jubail Mangrove Park

Jubail Mangrove Park. Photo: Nseliza. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Mangrove National Park

Mangrove National Park. Photo: Tms2007. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Umm Al Emarat Park

An evening view of the Mother of the Nation dedication sculpture inside Umm Al Emarat Park.. Photo: Devarya Ruparelia. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and compressed for display.

Corniche Beach

The Corniche’s sandy beach meets the city waterfront.. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Kai Beach

Dunes and beach umbrellas at Saadiyat Public Beach before its rebranding as Kai Beach; facilities have changed since this historical photograph.. Photo: Adman Payne. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Yas Beach

Sun loungers and a lifeguard chair line the sandy beach.. Photo: amatulatif. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Hudayriyat Island

Hudayriyat Island. Photo: Ssaken90. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Yas Bay Waterfront

Yas Bay Waterfront. Photo: Oleg Yunakov. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Mamsha Al Saadiyat

Area view: Saadiyat Beach scenery; nearby coastal setting, not the Mamsha promenade itself. Photo: Carocats. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Qana

Al Qana. Photo: Booklovergoth. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Yas Mall

Yas Mall. Photo: Itisdeepak. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

The Galleria Al Maryah Island

The Galleria Al Maryah Island. Photo: Tetraeder. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Ain Oasis

Al Ain Oasis. Photo: Hashem Al Hashemi. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Jahili Fort

Al Jahili Fort. Photo: Ansari M Joshi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Qasr Al Muwaiji

Qasr Al Muwaiji. Photo: Rbarua9283. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Jebel Hafit

Jebel Hafit. Photo: Nicolascornet. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Jebel Hafit Desert Park

Jebel Hafit Desert Park. Photo: Nicolascornet. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Hili Archaeological Park

Hili Archaeological Park. Photo: Jaseem Hamza. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Zayed National Museum

Zayed National Museum. Photo: Blahajsdm2025. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi

A group of sundew botanical models identified by their maker as displayed at the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi; exhibits may change.. Photo: TB0815. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi

Area view: Louvre Abu Dhabi exterior in Saadiyat Cultural District; nearby setting, not teamLab Phenomena. Photo: Boubloub. Licence: CC-BY-SA-4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Guggenheim Abu Dhabi

Area view: Louvre Abu Dhabi exterior in Saadiyat Cultural District; nearby setting, not the Guggenheim building. Photo: Boubloub. Licence: CC-BY-SA-4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Wathba Fossil Dunes Reserve

Al Wathba Fossil Dunes Reserve. Photo: Pratik.251105. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Wathba Wetland Reserve

The protected wetlands at Al Wathba; check current public access before travelling.. Photo: gordontour. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sir Bani Yas Island

Sir Bani Yas Island. Photo: Image taken by the NASA Expedition 22 crew.. Licence: Public domain. Resized and compressed for display.

Tel Moreeb

Tel Moreeb. Photo: Zamir at en.wikipedia. Licence: Public domain. Resized and compressed for display.

Observation Deck at 300

Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the coastline from the observation deck.. Photo: Allan Henderson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization

Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization. Photo: SHAHID SIDDIQI from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Noor Island

Al Noor Island. Photo: Florian Kriechbaumer. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sharjah Aquarium

A large aquarium display brings visitors close to a busy underwater scene.. Photo: Dhaneesh Pavithran. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

House of Wisdom

The Scroll monument stands beside Sharjah’s House of Wisdom cultural centre.. Photo: Miguel Cuenca. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and compressed for display.

Rain Room

Rain Room. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Central Souk (Blue Souk)

Central Souk (Blue Souk). Photo: yeowatzup. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Souq Al Arsah

Area view: Bait Al Naboodah in the neighbouring Heart of Sharjah heritage area; not Souq Al Arsah. Photo: Clémence Jacqueri. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sharjah Heritage Museum

Area view: Neighbouring Bait Al Naboodah in the Heart of Sharjah; not the Heritage Museum. Photo: Clémence Jacqueri. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Bait Al Naboodah Museum

Bait Al Naboodah Museum. Photo: Clémence Jacqueri. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sharjah Archaeology Museum

Area view: Historical Sharjah city waterfront; not the Archaeology Museum. Photo: VarunRajendran. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sharjah Maritime Museum

A traditional wooden boat displayed in the museum grounds, photographed in December 2009.. Photo: Susanne Nilsson. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Noor Mosque

Al Noor Mosque. Photo: I.Mahesh. Licence: CC-BY-SA-4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sharjah Mosque

Sharjah Mosque. Photo: Ahmad3027. Licence: CC-BY-SA-4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Montazah Parks

Al Montazah Parks. Photo: Earthlingtwo. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Wasit Nature Reserve

Wasit Nature Reserve. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sharjah Safari

Flamingos photographed at Sharjah Safari in January 2024; wildlife sightings and visitor routes can change.. Photo: Vivek Vg. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and compressed for display.

Mleiha National Park & Archaeological Centre

Mleiha National Park & Archaeological Centre. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Buhais Geological Park

Buhais Geological Park. Photo: Sherenk1. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Khorfakkan Beach

Khorfakkan Beach combines a long shoreline with a mountain backdrop.. Photo: Kamyana. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Khorfakkan Amphitheatre & Waterfall

Khorfakkan Amphitheatre & Waterfall. Photo: Sherenk1. Licence: CC-BY-SA-4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Rafisah Dam

Al Rafisah Dam. Photo: Sherenk1. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Shees Park

Shees Park. Photo: Aarti Surana. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Suhub Rest House

Area view: Mountain landscape in the Khorfakkan area (context photograph; venue not verified). Photo: Adlus. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Hanging Gardens in Kalba

A view of Kalba’s Hanging Gardens shows the terraced mountain attraction.. Photo: Lovelyhyejin. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Khor Kalba Mangrove Centre

The Mangrove Centre site introduces the visitor setting at Khor Kalba.. Photo: Sherenk1. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre

Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Rabi Hiking Trail

Al Rabi Hiking Trail. Photo: Adlus. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Heera Beach

Al Heera Beach. Photo: Talhaumar1994. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

The Flying Saucer

The Flying Saucer in Sharjah. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Dhaid Fort

Al Dhaid Fort. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Majaz Waterfront

Al Majaz Waterfront. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Qasba

Al Qasba. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn)

Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn). Photo: yeowatzup. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sharjah Art Museum

Sharjah Art Museum. Photo: Fatima1996. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Mahatta Museum

Al Mahatta Museum historic fort exterior. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Ajman Museum

Ajman Museum. Photo: Bahnfrend. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Ajman Corniche

Ajman Corniche. Photo: Narimich. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Zorah Nature Reserve

Al Zorah Nature Reserve. Photo: Shabbir.hussainy. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Zorah Golf Club

Flamingos share the waterside edge of Al Zorah Golf Club fairways.. Photo: Diane Mikheeva / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Ajman Dhow Yard

Area view: Ajman fishing harbour and boats; not the Dhow Yard workshops. Photo: Challiyan. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Murabbaa Watchtower

The restored Al Murabbaa watchtower is a compact heritage landmark by the coast.. Photo: Riyas_palazhi. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Ajman Fish Market

Ajman Fish Market. Photo: Challiyan. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Saleh Souq

Area view: Nearby Ajman Museum heritage architecture; not Saleh Souq. Photo: Bahnfrend. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Masfout Museum

Area view: Masfout mountain-town landscape and fort; not Masfout Museum. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Masfout Castle

Masfout Castle. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Manama Museum

Area view: Hassa Buweid Castle in the Manama area; not Manama Museum. Photo: Marko. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Hassa Buweid Castle

Hassa Buweid Castle. Photo: Marko. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Zorah Marina 1

Area view: Al Zorah coastal landscape; not Marina 1. Photo: Shabbir.hussainy. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Umm Al Quwain Fort Museum

Umm Al Quwain Fort Museum exterior. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Falaj Al Mualla

Falaj Al Mualla Fort in the oasis district. Photo: Marko. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dreamland Aqua Park

The distinctive entrance to Dreamland Aqua Park.. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Kite Surf Beach Center

Area view: Umm Al Quwain coastal scenery photographed in 2011; not kite surf beach center. Photo: Majid Sarmast from Richmond Hill, Canada. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Mangrove Beach

The Mangrove Beach entrance sign beside coastal greenery, photographed in February 2022.. Photo: Mahmoud Alaydi. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and compressed for display.

Umm Al Quwain Creek Waterfront

Area view: Umm Al Quwain mangroves and waterfront photographed in 2012. Photo: Peter Dowley from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Siniyah Island

Excavated buildings of the ancient pearl-fishing settlement on Siniyah Island, photographed in March 2023.. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Ed-Dur Archaeological Site

Ed-Dur Archaeological Site in Umm Al Quwain. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Emirates Motorplex

Area view: Umm Al Quwain coastal scenery photographed in 2011; not emirates motorplex. Photo: Majid Sarmast from Richmond Hill, Canada. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sheikh Zayed Park

Area view: Umm Al Quwain mangrove scenery photographed in 2012; not Sheikh Zayed Park. Photo: Peter Dowley from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Jebel Jais

Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: wilhelmtittes. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dhayah Fort

Dhayah Fort in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Ansari M Joshi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village

Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Karachun. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah

National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Rankin73. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Suwaidi Pearl Farm

Suwaidi Pearl Farm in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Jais Flight

The shaded Jais Flight launch structure, seen from below.. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and compressed for display.

Jais Sky Tour

Visitors pause for a photograph on a suspension bridge along the Jais Sky Tour route.. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and compressed for display.

Jais Viewing Deck Park

Area view: Jebel Jais mountain scenery; not the Viewing Deck Park facilities. Photo: wilhelmtittes. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Jais Sledder

Area view: Jebel Jais mountain scenery; not the Sledder ride. Photo: wilhelmtittes. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Wadi Shawka

Wadi Shawka in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Original: Florian Kriechbaumer Derivative work: Aristeas. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Qawasim Corniche

Ras Al Khaimah city and creek viewed from the Al Qawasim Corniche flagpole. Photo: Stevenmccombe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Flamingo Beach

Area view: Ras Al Khaimah beach sunset scenery; not an identified Flamingo Beach view. Photo: SumanGNepal. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Rams Beach

Area view: Ras Al Khaimah beach sunset scenery; not an identified Al Rams Beach view. Photo: SumanGNepal. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Marjan Island

Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: almarjanisland.com. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Mina Al Arab

Area view: Ras Al Khaimah beach sunset scenery; not an identified Mina Al Arab view. Photo: SumanGNepal. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Saqr Park

Sunset inside Saqr Park in Ras Al Khaimah.. Photo: Khanaemi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Falayah Heritage Site

Falayah Heritage Site in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Ganeshvel2. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Qassimi Palace

Area view: Ras Al Khaimah city and creek scenery; not Al Qassimi Palace. Photo: Stevenmccombe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Hamra Golf Club

The lagoon and course at Al Hamra Golf Club, photographed in 2010; facilities may have changed.. Photo: Bob McCaffrey. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Tower Links Golf Club

A view of Tower Links Golf Club’s course setting.. Photo: ولد الامارات. Licence: CC0. Resized and compressed for display.

Bear Grylls Explorers Camp

The camp accommodation sits against the rugged mountain landscape.. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and compressed for display.

ActionFlight

ActionFlight hot-air balloons float above desert dunes in early light.. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and compressed for display.

Jazirah Aviation Club

Area view: Al Marjan Island coastal scenery; not Jazirah Aviation Club or a flight photograph. Photo: almarjanisland.com. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Wadi Equestrian Centre

Area view: Ras Al Khaimah desert scenery; not the Al Wadi riding centre. Photo: Zahid.Bhalli. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Fujairah Fort

Fujairah Fort. Photo: Mike Che. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Bidya Mosque

Al Bidya Mosque. Photo: Bobak Ha'Eri. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Fujairah

A city view places Sheikh Zayed Mosque within the Fujairah skyline.. Photo: Mansour mohsen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Fujairah Museum

Fujairah Museum. Photo: Jpbowen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Bithnah Fort

Al Bithnah Fort. Photo: Marko. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Hayl Castle and Fort

Al Hayl Fort watchtower. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Awhala Fort

Awhala Fort. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Dibba Al Fujairah Fort

Area view: Dibba Al Fujairah coastal setting; not the fort. Photo: Bjoertvedt. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Aqah Beach

Al Aqah Beach. Photo: Bahnfrend. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Snoopy Island

Snoopy Island. Photo: Flounder Lee. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Faqit Beach

Area view: Dibba Al Fujairah coastal area; not Al Faqit Beach. Photo: Bjoertvedt. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Umbrella Beach

Palm trees beside the original Umbrella Beach shoreline in December 2019, before the current seafront complex opened.. Photo: Marko Sredojevic. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Ain Al Madhab Park

Ain Al Madhab Park. Photo: Rithan.100425. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Fujairah Adventures Park

Area view: Fujairah city and mountain landscape; not Adventures Park. Photo: Ulises Icardi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Wadi Wurayah National Park

The National Park entrance marks an access-controlled conservation area; confirm authorised entry.. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Masafi Friday Market

Roadside stalls at Masafi Friday Market introduce a different kind of east-coast road-trip stop.. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Masafi Fort

Masafi Fort. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Al Tawiyin Camp

Area view: Fujairah Hajar mountain setting; not Al Tawiyin Camp. Photo: Ulises Icardi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and compressed for display.

Burj Khalifa — photo gallery

  1. Burj Khalifa rises above the lakefront in clear daylight. Photo: Christian Konopatzki. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The Downtown lake and surrounding buildings seen from At the Top SKY; archive photograph from 2014. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The Business Bay waterway and city blocks seen from At the Top SKY; archive photograph from 2014. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Dubai Mall’s roof and the neighbouring lake from above; archive photograph from At the Top SKY in 2014. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The city stretches towards the horizon in this view from the 148th-floor observation level. Photo: 7oanna. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Museum of the Future — photo gallery

  1. Illuminated specimen displays in the museum’s DNA Library. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A red-lit space within the museum’s wellness-themed experience. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The museum’s interior architecture and open circulation spaces. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A concept vehicle displayed inside the Museum of the Future. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The museum’s illuminated calligraphic exterior after dark. Photo: Kirandeep Singh Walia. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Frame — photo gallery

  1. The Frame rises above Zabeel Park and the surrounding neighbourhoods. Photo: Rennboot. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Visitors stand above the glass section of the observation bridge. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The park and skyline seen from the Frame’s observation level. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Visitors walk through the enclosed observation bridge. Photo: Richard N Horne. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Older Dubai neighbourhoods stretch out below the viewing level. Photo: HiralH0305. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

The View at The Palm — photo gallery

  1. Rows of Palm Jumeirah’s fronds extend across the water, seen from The View’s observation level. Archive photograph from 2022. Photo: dconvertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The coast and Bluewaters Island seen beyond the Palm’s fronds from The View. Archive photograph from 2022. Photo: dconvertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The Palm’s central trunk and its fronds spread out below the observation level. Archive photograph from 2022. Photo: dconvertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Buildings and roads immediately below The View show the scale of Palm Jumeirah. Archive photograph from 2022. Photo: dconvertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The Palm’s fronds seen through a viewing window at The View. Archive photograph from 2022. Photo: dconvertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sky Views Dubai — photo gallery

  1. Sheikh Zayed Road and the surrounding towers seen from Sky Views Observatory. Photo: Domenico Convertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The coastal neighbourhoods and Arabian Gulf from the observatory. Photo: Domenico Convertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Looking down through the glass-sided slide at the roads below. Photo: Domenico Convertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A view through the glass walkway towards the lower levels of the building. Photo: Domenico Convertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Burj Khalifa and the fountain lake viewed from Sky Views Observatory. Photo: Domenico Convertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

The Dubai Fountain — photo gallery

  1. Water jets rise from the lake during a Dubai Fountain performance. Photo: Nealt. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A different fountain pattern across the Downtown lake. Photo: SiefkinDR. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The fountain and surrounding towers at dusk. Photo: Donaldytong. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Water jets arranged across the performance lake. Photo: Amzexplorersfamily. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The turquoise fountain lake and Downtown buildings in daylight. Photo: Radosław Botev. Licence: CC BY 3.0 pl. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Ain Dubai — photo gallery

  1. Ain Dubai’s full wheel above Bluewaters Island. Photo: anoldent. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A closer view of the observation wheel’s structure. Photo: Harshadphadke0311. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Ain Dubai illuminated after dark. Photo: Richard N Horne. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The observation wheel seen from the water. Photo: Jpbowen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Another angle on the wheel and its waterfront setting. Photo: GenerousExistence. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Opera — photo gallery

  1. The auditorium inside Dubai Opera. Photo: heyexplorer.com. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An orchestra performing at Dubai Opera in an archive event photograph. Photo: Xenia Baknina. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Dubai Opera glows behind its glass facade after dark. Photo: Francisco Anzola. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The glass frontage and curved roof of Dubai Opera viewed across the water. Photo: Christian J. Leuner. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A side view of Dubai Opera and its sweeping roofline in daylight. Photo: Greger Ravik. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Alserkal Avenue — photo gallery

  1. Concrete, the angular exhibition building at Alserkal Avenue. Photo: 1992 since. Licence: Public domain. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A shaded seating space at Alserkal Avenue. Photo: Pravichris. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Walkways and warehouse buildings within the arts district. Photo: Fuzheado. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A gelato truck outside the warehouse galleries of Alserkal Avenue, photographed in 2015. Photo: siska maria eviline from Jakarta, Indonesia. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A warehouse market and upper-level displays at Alserkal Avenue, photographed in 2015. Photo: siska maria eviline. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo — photo gallery

  1. Visitors look through the aquarium tunnel into the main tank. Photo: lensnmatter. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Sharks and other fish swim past an underwater viewing window. Photo: Gfilip. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A shark passes close to the aquarium glass. Photo: Shahroozporia. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The main aquarium viewing wall beside the mall walkway. Photo: Frank Seiplax. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A large fish seen through the aquarium’s blue-lit viewing glass. Photo: Shahroozporia. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Ice Rink — photo gallery

  1. Skaters on the indoor rink, viewed from the surrounding mall. Photo: Gautham Pillai. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An archive view shows the rink and its spectator areas. Photo: jimmyweee. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The ice rink viewed from an upper mall balcony. Photo: Diligent. Licence: Public domain. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Skaters beneath the rink’s large advertising screen. Photo: EditQ. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An overhead view of skaters moving around the rink. Photo: Ank Kumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Mall — photo gallery

  1. The mall’s entrance area, with its tall windows and palm planting. Photo: Marek Ślusarczyk (Tupungato) Photo portfolio. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The dinosaur skeleton displayed inside Dubai Mall. Photo: Scott Edmunds. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The circular Grand Atrium and its upper-level balconies. Photo: Håkan Dahlström from Malmö, Sweden. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An upper-level view along the mall’s glazed shopping galleries. Photo: Håkan Dahlström from Malmö, Sweden. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An enclosed pedestrian walkway leading towards Dubai Mall. Photo: Håkan Dahlström from Malmö, Sweden. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Mall of the Emirates — photo gallery

  1. Shops line the mall’s tall glazed atrium. Photo: Simisa. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An upper-level view across the mall’s shopping balconies. Photo: Ank Kumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A vaulted glass roof spans the shopping galleries. Photo: SR Sajid Rauf. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The mall buildings and the exterior of the indoor ski slope. Photo: Davide Mauro. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The snowy indoor setting of Ski Dubai within the mall. Photo: Bjoertvedt. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Festival City Mall — photo gallery

  1. A restaurant entrance beside the mall’s dining terraces. Photo: Teeraza88. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The waterfront façade of Festival City Mall in daylight. Photo: Ziank-photography. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. An archive IMAGINE performance at the mall’s waterfront. Photo: Teeraza88. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Festival City Mall viewed across the marina. Photo: Jpbowen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The mall’s warm-lit interior shopping galleries. Photo: Soham Banerjee. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

City Walk — photo gallery

  1. Trees and shopfronts along a broad City Walk pedestrian street. Photo: Nick-D. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Visitors beneath the overhead installations at City Walk. Photo: Abrar Alnasheet. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A colourful digital installation illuminates an indoor passage. Photo: Lyn972. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Palm trees and shopfronts beside a City Walk walkway after dark. Photo: Aprilsenting. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. City Walk’s illuminated circular sign above the street at night. Photo: Denys Gromov. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Marina — photo gallery

  1. A waterfront promenade beneath the Marina’s residential towers. Photo: Håkan Dahlström from Malmö, Sweden. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Marina towers and boats reflected in the water. Photo: Francisco Anzola. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. An illuminated waterside promenade after dark. Photo: Sergio Boscaino from Busseto, Italy. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Residential towers reflected in the Marina at night. Photo: Shahroozporia. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The sandy beachfront beside the Dubai Marina and JBR skyline. Photo: Sergey Safonov. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Harbour — photo gallery

  1. View from Dubai Harbour. Photo: Ahsan Younas. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Dubai Harbour and the Marina skyline from above, photographed in January 2022. Photo: Raimond Klavins. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Bluewaters Island — photo gallery

  1. Ain Dubai from Bluewaters Island. Photo: Aidan-dubai2024. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Dubai Eye - Bluewaters Island. Photo: Sudheeshthulaseedharan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. View from Bluewaters island. Photo: Aidan-dubai2024. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The support legs and observation cabins of Ain Dubai rise above Bluewaters Island. Photo: Priti.saksena. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Ain Dubai and the Bluewaters waterfront illuminated after dark. Photo: Tikaryarini. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Creek Harbour — photo gallery

  1. Palm trees and the Downtown skyline across the water at sunset. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A boat crosses the water in front of the distant skyline. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A moored boat and sunlight on the water beside Creek Harbour. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The Dubai Creek Harbour sign beside the waterfront promenade. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The harbour’s waterfront sign and marina in daylight. Photo: Lxs. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Qudra Lakes — photo gallery

  1. Sunlight reflects across one of the Al Qudra lakes. Photo: Sivaprakash2004. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Bare trees and desert sand beside the lakeshore. Photo: JSPhotography2016. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Still water reflects the evening sky at Al Qudra. Photo: Carlo Père. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Reeds line a shallow edge of the lake. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An aerial view shows the lakes within their desert setting. Photo: Charbel Zakhour. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Love Lake — photo gallery

  1. Trees frame the edge of Love Lake. Photo: Syedahmed 1. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Warm evening light across the lake’s open water. Photo: JS.18.xx. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Visitors gather beside the water at sunset. Photo: Sanciacf. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Reeds and trees along a quieter lakeside path. Photo: I love scarlet witch. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Birds rise above the lakeshore and its trees. Photo: Nihad Nitz. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve — photo gallery

  1. A small herd of Arabian oryx in the reserve’s desert habitat. Photo: Sobiarahim. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A gazelle stands among low desert vegetation. Photo: Sobiarahim. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Gazelles graze beneath trees in the conservation reserve. Photo: Sobiarahim. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An Arabian oryx in an open patch of grassland. Photo: Sobiarahim. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The reserve’s sandy landscape at sunset. Photo: David Joseph Esola. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary — photo gallery

  1. Wetland habitat with the Dubai skyline beyond the sanctuary. Photo: Florian Kriechbaumer. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A close view of a flamingo standing in shallow water. Photo: Harshadphadke0311. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A flock of flamingos gathers in the sanctuary’s shallows. Photo: Iwona Rege. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Flamingos beside the wetland’s mangrove vegetation. Photo: Ubm007. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An archive monochrome view of birds spread across the wetland. Photo: Fariz Safarulla. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood — photo gallery

  1. The entrance sign and traditional buildings at Al Fahidi. Photo: Keizi92. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A narrow lane between restored heritage buildings. Photo: Radosław Botev. Licence: CC BY 3.0 pl. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Wind-tower architecture illuminated after dark. Photo: Davide Mauro. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Visitors beside a traditional wind tower in the neighbourhood. Photo: Ankur Panchbudhe. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A shaded bench and traditional plastered walls. Photo: Daftation. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Shindagha Museum — photo gallery

  1. An object and bilingual interpretation inside the museum. Photo: Akbarali. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A courtyard and low heritage buildings at Al Shindagha. Photo: Akbarali. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Restored houses beside the museum’s outdoor walkways. Photo: Akbarali. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A shaded traditional façade among the museum buildings. Photo: Akbarali. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A heritage house with a wind tower at Al Shindagha. Photo: Vaishnavi.vinodkumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Etihad Museum — photo gallery

  1. Calligraphic text on a museum wall beside the stairs. Photo: Jjeffreys99. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A staircase and glazed interior at Etihad Museum. Photo: Jjeffreys99. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The historic meeting room with its circular arrangement of seating. Photo: Lxs. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A Gazelle helicopter displayed at the museum. Photo: Mztourist. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The UAE flag and the museum’s distinctive low roof. Photo: Lxs. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Jumeirah Mosque — photo gallery

  1. Decorative arches and ceiling details inside the mosque. Photo: scottgunn. Licence: Public domain. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Arched windows and columns within the prayer hall. Photo: Marvin The Paranoid. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The mosque’s entrance façade and twin minarets in daylight. Photo: ZI Jony. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Jumeirah Mosque illuminated after dark. Photo: Veritas2233. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The outdoor ablution pavilion in the mosque grounds. Photo: ZI Jony. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Bur Dubai Grand Mosque — photo gallery

  1. The Grand Mosque’s minaret and pale exterior walls. Photo: Ankur Panchbudhe. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The mosque’s minaret rises above Bur Dubai’s streets. Photo: Guilhem Vellut. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The illuminated minaret after dark. Photo: trolvag. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The mosque’s entrance façade seen from across the street. Photo: ZI Jony. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A closer angle on the entrances and decorative façade. Photo: ZI Jony. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

SMCCU cultural experiences — photo gallery

  1. The entrance to Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding in Al Fahidi, photographed in 2018. Photo: Nagsdear. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Visitors seated around an iftar meal hosted by the cultural centre in 2012. Photo: Krista. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Dates and refreshments served at a cultural-centre iftar programme, photographed in 2012. Photo: Krista. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Guests sharing a cultural meal in the centre courtyard, photographed in September 2017. Photo: Lyleham. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The centre facade, wind tower and UAE flag, photographed in August 2016. Photo: Lyleham. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Seef — photo gallery

  1. Shaded shopping lanes in Al Seef’s heritage-style market. Photo: RPSkokie. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A wider market courtyard with shade canopies and trees. Photo: RPSkokie. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The waterside terrace beside the heritage-style coffee shop. Photo: Emirateshills777. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Old typewriters displayed in an Al Seef passage. Photo: RPSkokie. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Traditional lamps decorating an Al Seef wall. Photo: KpokeJlJla. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Gold Souk — photo gallery

  1. A covered entrance to the Gold Souk. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A decorated souk entrance opening onto the street. Photo: Adbar. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. An elaborate gold display in a shop window. Photo: giggel. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An open-air shopping lane beside the souk’s buildings. Photo: dconvertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Rows of gold jewellery displayed in a shop window. Photo: dconvertini. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Spice Souk — photo gallery

  1. Colourful dried goods and spices displayed in open sacks. Photo: Frodlekis. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Spice sacks and shelves inside a souk shop. Photo: Sergei Gussev. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The streets beside the Spice Souk entrance. Photo: Asd akhilesh. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A shopkeeper beside displays of spices and souvenirs. Photo: Syedphotography. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Rows of large sacks holding spices and dried ingredients. Photo: Syedphotography. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Textile Souk — photo gallery

  1. Shoppers move through a covered textile souk alley. Photo: Chris Waits. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Textiles and goods displayed behind a shopfront. Photo: Iwona Rege. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The market’s timber-covered shopping arcade. Photo: Gryffindor. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Decorative fabrics and souvenirs displayed at a stall. Photo: Clémence Jacqueri. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Brightly coloured fabrics displayed along the market lane. Photo: Clémence Jacqueri. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Jameel Arts Centre — photo gallery

  1. The white exterior and sign at Jameel Arts Centre, photographed in 2023. Photo: uy rogelio. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Timber canopy details at Jameel Arts Centre, photographed in April 2024. Photo: MohammadReza Sobhan. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Kite Beach — photo gallery

  1. Surf kites above the shore at Kite Beach. Photo: MaryJaneB. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The beach and sea beneath the evening sky. Photo: Nihad Nitz. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Burj Al Arab visible beyond the shore at dusk. Photo: MaryJaneB. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Kitesurfing activity beside the sandy beach. Photo: Lxs. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Palm trees silhouetted against a beach sunset. Photo: Iamfinehere. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sunset Beach — photo gallery

  1. Burj Al Arab and the waterfront lights seen from Sunset Beach after dark. Photo: Ankur Panchbudhe. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The sail-shaped hotel silhouetted against a purple sunset from the public beach. Photo: Ankur Panchbudhe. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Walkers on the shoreline of Sunset Beach on a winter morning. Photo: Peter Dowley. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Swimmers and beachgoers at Sunset Beach near Burj Al Arab in the late afternoon. Photo: Ankur Panchbudhe. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The broad sandy stretch of Sunset Beach as the sun drops towards the sea. Photo: Ankur Panchbudhe. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Palm West Beach — photo gallery

  1. The shoreline at Palm West Beach with the Dubai Marina skyline across the water, photographed in 2022. Photo: Jeffrey Francisco. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

The Beach, JBR — photo gallery

  1. Beachgoers and floating recreation equipment off the JBR shore. Photo: Guilhem Vellut. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The JBR waterfront towers viewed from the beach and water. Photo: Guilhem Vellut. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The illuminated JBR beachfront after dark. Photo: Milkwalkie. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The beach at sunset with Ain Dubai on the horizon. Photo: Guilhem Vellut. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Visitors walk along the water’s edge beside the JBR towers. Photo: Guilhem Vellut. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Mamzar Beach Park — photo gallery

  1. A curved sandy bay and clear water at Al Mamzar. Photo: Fabio Achilli from Milano, Italy. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The palm-lined beach seen across the shallows. Photo: Fabio Achilli from Milano, Italy. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Palm trees shade a stretch of sand beside the sea. Photo: Fabio Achilli from Milano, Italy. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Clear shallow water along the park’s beach. Photo: Fabio Achilli from Milano, Italy. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A lone palm beside the quiet sandy shore. Photo: Fabio Achilli from Milano, Italy. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Zabeel Park — photo gallery

  1. The skyline reflected in the park’s lake. Photo: Challiyil Eswaramangalath Pavithran Vipin. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A tower and palms beside the lake in Zabeel Park. Photo: Titoni Thomas. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The Dubai skyline beyond the park’s green lawns. Photo: Ranjit Laxman from Cochin, India. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Trees and benches along a shaded park walkway. Photo: wilhelmtittes. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A landscaped section of the park with towers beyond. Photo: EditQ. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Mushrif Park — photo gallery

  1. A bird enclosure within Mushrif Park. Photo: Shivani Shetty. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The park’s entrance building with UAE flag decoration. Photo: Jaseem Hamza. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A miniature windmill beside a landscaped pond. Photo: Jaseem Hamza. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A colourful outdoor play structure among the trees. Photo: Jaseem Hamza. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A shaded walking path through the park’s trees. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Creek Park — photo gallery

  1. Evening light across lawns and pathways in Creek Park. Photo: Ahmad3027. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Trees and open grass in Dubai Creek Park. Photo: Shabeer Mohammed. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Flowering shrubs, lawns and a paved walkway inside Dubai Creek Park. Photo: Shabeer Mohammed. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Flowers photographed inside Dubai Creek Park at sunset. Photo: Sam. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Clipped hedges, palms and a quiet walkway in Creekside Park, photographed in 2012. Photo: Kathrin Mezger. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Safa Park — photo gallery

  1. An archive aerial view of Safa Park within the surrounding city. Photo: giggel. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An older aerial photograph shows the park’s broad green space. Photo: Edgar El. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Palm trees and Burj Khalifa viewed from the park. Photo: Gfilip. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A common myna and palm squirrel on the grass at Safa Park, photographed in December 2023. Photo: Josephyousry. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A five-striped palm squirrel feeding beside a tree at Safa Park, photographed in December 2023. Photo: Josephyousry. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

IMG Worlds of Adventure — photo gallery

  1. A themed indoor street and attraction façades at IMG Worlds. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A themed queue area with lockers and a Brain Power sign. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A red-lit corridor inside one of the park’s themed attractions. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Display cases and queue railings in a themed interior. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The colourful Mojo’s Robot Rampage ride setting. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Motiongate Dubai — photo gallery

  1. An archive Chinese New Year celebration in a park street. Photo: DanaHammoudeh. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The illuminated Motiongate entrance after dark. Photo: DPR 2016. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A roller coaster above the park’s themed buildings. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A richly decorated indoor queue area. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A colourful illuminated attraction interior at Motiongate. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

LEGOLAND Dubai — photo gallery

  1. The colourful Legoland Dubai entrance sign. Photo: Sarion. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A roller coaster curves above themed park buildings. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A coaster train passes along an elevated section of track. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The roller coaster turns beside the park’s themed structures. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A castle-style attraction and colourful ride setting. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

The World of Riverland — photo gallery

  1. Themed waterfront buildings reflected in the Riverland lagoon. Photo: Jenabraceros. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The waterfront village and its tower at dusk. Photo: Jenabraceros. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. French Village buildings illuminated after dark. Photo: Sreemol7. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Daylight across the lagoon and surrounding themed village. Photo: Aleksandr Serebrennikov. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The waterfront village under a colourful evening sky. Photo: Iarjunphotography. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Aquaventure Waterpark — photo gallery

  1. An elevated view across Aquaventure’s slides and landscaped grounds. Photo: Fabio Achilli from Milano, Italy. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A colourful water-play structure with twisting slides. Photo: Fabio Achilli from Milano, Italy. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Rows of loungers beside Aquaventure’s sandy beach. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Palm trees, shade canopies and attractions within the waterpark. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A wider view of the waterpark grounds from an elevated viewpoint. Photo: giggel. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Lost World Aquarium — photo gallery

  1. A lionfish inside the aquarium’s themed exhibits. Photo: traveljunction. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A circular viewing feature frames the aquarium tank. Photo: Wadood.marashi. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Visitors face the large blue-lit aquarium window. Photo: AwOiSoAk KaOsIoWa. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Fish and underwater theming beside a viewing window. Photo: AwOiSoAk KaOsIoWa. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Jellyfish illuminated in a dark display tank. Photo: AwOiSoAk KaOsIoWa. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Wild Wadi Waterpark — photo gallery

  1. An elevated view of Wild Wadi’s slides, pools and beachside setting. Photo: giggel. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Riders on a water attraction beneath the park’s palms. Photo: Sarah Ackerman from New York, USA. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A wider aerial view of the waterpark and surrounding coast. Photo: Edgar El. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Colourful slides and a splash-play structure at Wild Wadi Waterpark, photographed in 2012. Photo: Studio Sarah Lou. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A rider travels down an open flume on an inflatable at Wild Wadi, photographed in 2012. Photo: Studio Sarah Lou. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Ski Dubai — photo gallery

  1. Skiers beneath the indoor chairlift. Photo: Keirn OConnor from New York City, United States. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The snowy indoor slope and chairlift at Ski Dubai. Photo: Filipe Fortes from New York, United States. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Snow-covered decorative trees inside the ski facility. Photo: Ank Kumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The chairlift spans the indoor snowy slope. Photo: Davide Mauro. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A viewing area looks across the indoor snow attraction. Photo: Davide Mauro. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

The Green Planet — photo gallery

  1. The planted indoor biodome and its elevated walkways. Photo: Marcellin99. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Dense greenery and the central tree structure inside the biodome. Photo: WikiSilky. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A blue hyacinth macaw photographed inside Green Planet. Photo: Lintophilip. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A toucan inside the indoor rainforest attraction. Photo: Lintophilip. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A green tree python resting among foliage. Photo: Lintophilip. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Butterfly Garden — photo gallery

  1. Butterfly sucking nectar (dubai butterfly garden). Photo: nazeemjaleel. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Dubai Butterfly Garden. Photo: Ginevrajocosa88. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Owl butterflies gather on a feeding display inside Dubai Butterfly Garden, photographed in December 2023. Photo: Ginevrajocosa88. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The entrance sign at Dubai Butterfly Garden, photographed in March 2020. Photo: Balou46. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Butterflies feed on fruit trays inside the garden, photographed in March 2020. Photo: Balou46. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Safari Park — photo gallery

  1. A blue-and-gold macaw perched inside the safari park. Photo: Rohitshiv. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A white lion photographed within its park habitat. Photo: Talal4444. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Colourful flower beds and landscaped grounds in the park. Photo: JairamPJ. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A group of markhors resting in a sandy enclosure. Photo: Ahabbscience Studio Pak (Ahabbscience Studio). Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Flamingos beside the water in the safari park. Photo: Iphone15yusuf. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Hatta Dam & Hatta Kayak — photo gallery

  1. A kayak on the reservoir beneath the Hatta mountains. Photo: Chrome231. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Blue water and rocky slopes viewed while kayaking. Photo: Wooddis. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The reservoir and rugged mountains from the dam’s edge. Photo: Srivath. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Mountain ridges and the dam’s access area at sunset. Photo: JSPhotography2016. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A broad view across the reservoir from a walking route. Photo: Shrijatewari. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Hatta Wadi Hub — photo gallery

  1. The bicycle rental and bike shop area at Hatta Wadi Hub. Photo: Shalika Malintha. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Mountain bikes lined up for hire at the activity hub. Photo: Shalika Malintha. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The open activity grounds of Hatta Wadi Hub backed by rocky hills. Photo: Shalika Malintha. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Food trucks and outdoor seating at Hatta Wadi Hub. Photo: Shalika Malintha. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Adventure structures and cables across the Hatta Wadi Hub landscape. Photo: Shalika Malintha. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Hatta Heritage Village — photo gallery

  1. A courtyard within Hatta Heritage Village. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The heritage village’s welcome sign among date palms. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Traditional buildings and a hilltop watchtower. Photo: CultureArts. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Palm trees beside the village’s earthen-coloured walls. Photo: Jwendsche. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A shaded walkway and traditional village buildings. Photo: Phasesofmoon. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Hatta Hill Park — photo gallery

  1. Grassy hillside beneath a small stone watchtower. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A hillside view across the park’s trees and mountain surroundings. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Steps and planted slopes on the route uphill. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The watchtower at the top of Hatta Hill Park. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The park entrance sign beside a paved path. Photo: Dubaideena. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Hatta Honeybee Garden — photo gallery

  1. Honey products on display inside Hatta Honey Bee Garden and Discovery Centre during a visit in June 2026. Photo: EduExplorer47. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Leem Lake & Hatta Flow — photo gallery

  1. A visitor beside Leem Lake in Hatta, photographed in January 2024. Photo: Ahmed Al Habesh. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Global Village — photo gallery

  1. The Global Village entrance silhouetted against the evening sky. Photo: Abil Ahamed. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Visitors among the themed international pavilions. Photo: Slayym. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A wide view along a Global Village pedestrian avenue. Photo: Slayym. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Illuminated pavilions reflected in the water after dark. Photo: Philosographer. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Visitors approaching an illuminated pavilion at night. Photo: Ahmed Al Habesh. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Miracle Garden — photo gallery

  1. A heart-shaped floral arch in the garden. Photo: Dmg200. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Large floral sculptures surrounded by colourful planted beds. Photo: Helena Melezínková. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Tall animal-shaped topiary sculptures in the garden. Photo: Helena Melezínková. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The flower-covered aircraft display among the garden beds. Photo: Helena Melezínková. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Bird-shaped topiary figures decorated with foliage. Photo: Helena Melezínková. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Crocodile Park — photo gallery

  1. Crocodiles lie on the sand next to the water, Dubai Crocodile Park , UAE. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Crocodiles lie on the sand next to the water with their mouths open, Dubai Crocodile Park , UAE. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A crocodile rests at the edge of the pool in Dubai Crocodile Park. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A crocodile swims through the blue-green water of its enclosure. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A crocodile lies on the sandy bank beside the landscaped pond. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Inside Burj Al Arab — photo gallery

  1. The ornate staircase and richly coloured interior décor. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A circular interior display beneath a decorative ceiling. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. An exhibit featuring a UAE flag and a racing suit. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A racing car displayed within the visitor experience. Photo: Saaremees. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The hotel’s colourful atrium seen from above. Photo: Atila rs at English Wikipedia. Licence: Public domain. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Souk Madinat Jumeirah — photo gallery

  1. A bridge spans the waterway beside the souk. Photo: Edgar El. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An ornate arched gateway at the souk entrance. Photo: giggel. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Shopfronts line a narrow pedestrian lane. Photo: giggel. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Waterways and traditional-style buildings around Madinat Jumeirah. Photo: giggel. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A covered shopping arcade inside Souk Madinat Jumeirah. Photo: CoolP1x4rt. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Water Canal — photo gallery

  1. The canal promenade and city lights after dark. Photo: Vicharam. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The Business Bay skyline viewed across the canal. Photo: Iwona Rege. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Towers and the canal’s edges in daylight. Photo: Renek78. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Purple lighting beneath a bridge across the canal. Photo: Komban Girls. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The illuminated arch of a Dubai Water Canal pedestrian bridge at night. Photo: MRK97. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Coffee Museum — photo gallery

  1. The Coffee Museum’s bilingual entrance sign. Photo: Clemens Schmillen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A historic photograph displayed inside the Coffee Museum. Photo: Clemens Schmillen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Traditional stone coffee grinders in the museum collection. Photo: Clemens Schmillen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An antique coffee machine on display. Photo: Clemens Schmillen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Traditional coffee-serving vessels in the museum’s majlis setting. Photo: Clemens Schmillen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dubai Creek abra ride — photo gallery

  1. A traditional abra crosses Dubai Creek in the late afternoon, photographed in 2014. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A wooden abra waits beside its boarding pontoon on Dubai Creek, photographed in 2014. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Passengers travel across the creek in an open-sided abra, photographed in 2007. Photo: Imre Solt. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Abras lie beside the creekside boarding area, photographed in 2018. Photo: Iwona Rege. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Bur Dubai Abra Station and moored boats in warm evening light, photographed in 2018. Photo: Iwona Rege. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Expo City Dubai — photo gallery

  1. The pedestrian approach to Al Wasl Plaza during Expo 2020, photographed in 2021. Photo: Dennis Sylvester Hurd from Vancouver, Canada. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The curved walls of the Surreal water feature during Expo 2020, photographed in March 2022. Photo: Mike Krüger. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Shaded pedestrian streets on the Expo grounds during the original world fair in 2021. Photo: Dennis Sylvester Hurd from Vancouver, Canada. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Terra sustainability pavilion solar trees. Photo: Diego F. Parra. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Terra pavilion illuminated after dark. Photo: San Photography. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Terra — photo gallery

  1. Terra sustainability pavilion solar trees. Photo: Diego F. Parra. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Terra pavilion illuminated after dark. Photo: San Photography. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. An ocean-themed immersive exhibition inside Terra during Expo 2020. Photo: amanderson2. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Colourful digital displays inside the Terra sustainability pavilion during Expo 2020. Photo: amanderson2. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Terra solar canopy and smaller energy trees, photographed during Expo 2020 in 2021. Photo: Saj Shafique. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Wasl Plaza — photo gallery

  1. Visitors beneath Al Wasl Plaza’s sweeping canopy during Expo 2020. Archive photograph. Photo: Dennis Sylvester Hurd from Vancouver, Canada. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A view up through the patterned canopy of Al Wasl Plaza. Archive photograph from Expo 2020. Photo: Ahmad Dalain. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Al Wasl Plaza dome during Expo 2020. Photo: Daniel Ponomarev. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The illuminated Al Wasl dome approached along the Expo pedestrian avenue after dark. Photo: Martin Lewison. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Magenta and blue light projections across the interior of Al Wasl dome during Expo 2020. Photo: Martin Lewison. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque — photo gallery

  1. Walk through the shaded marble arcades. Photo: Francesco Bini. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Look up at the gilded palm-inspired column capitals. Photo: Francesco Bini. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Explore the mosque’s decorative ceramic panels. Photo: Francesco Bini. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The landscaped grounds frame the mosque. Photo: Jaseem Hamza. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The landscaped approach outside the mosque. Photo: Rizwan Ullah Wazir. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Qasr Al Watan — photo gallery

  1. Display cabinets reveal the palace’s exhibition spaces. Photo: Matti Blume. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Decorative ceremonial objects form part of the palace displays. Photo: Matti Blume. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. An embroidered ceremonial garment displayed inside the palace. Photo: Matti Blume. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A closer look at a bird-themed decorative display. Photo: Matti Blume. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The palace exterior in the evening light. Photo: Darthjipsu. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Louvre Abu Dhabi — photo gallery

  1. Dappled light falls through the museum’s patterned dome. Photo: Boubloub. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Water surrounds the museum’s buildings. Photo: Boubloub. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The distinctive dome shelters the museum complex. Photo: Davide Mauro. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Visitors explore the museum’s public spaces. Photo: Saschaporsche. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An ancient Chinese ritual bronze photographed at the museum; exhibitions and loans may change. Photo: Francesco Bini. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Qasr Al Hosn — photo gallery

  1. The historic watchtower is the focal point of the fort. Photo: Xander Veldhuijzen. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.5. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Look up at the traditional ceiling construction. Photo: Mahaodeh. Licence: Public domain. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Historic gateways lead into the fort complex. Photo: Aeroid. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Walk around the fort’s watchtowers. Photo: Ansari M Joshi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The historic well adds context to life around the fort. Photo: Aeroid. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental — photo gallery

  1. The palace hotel’s monumental exterior. Photo: Chris Down. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Explore the elaborate interior architecture where visitor access permits. Photo: Davide Mauro. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Look closely at the decorative interior finishes. Photo: Davide Mauro. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Palm-lined approaches and outdoor seating at the palace hotel. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Fountains and landscaped approaches frame the hotel. Photo: Валерий Дед. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

The Founder's Memorial — photo gallery

  1. The Constellation artwork and monumental enclosure after dark. Photo: Olivier Teyssandier. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The memorial’s monument and entrance at sunset. Photo: Adilakv. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The visitor centre introduces Sheikh Zayed through a large historical film screen. Photo: Mhammadi1. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Trees line the polished approach to the memorial as evening light falls. Photo: Kieran Child. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A close night view reveals the illuminated suspended elements of The Constellation. Photo: Ankur Panchbudhe. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Wahat Al Karama — photo gallery

  1. The memorial’s leaning metal tablets form its central architectural feature. Photo: K4urram. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Explore the memorial’s monumental forms. Photo: Rifat Yakan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Another perspective on the Wahat Al Karama memorial. Photo: Rifat Yakan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque forms the backdrop across the water. Photo: Evnt007. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A visitor’s view of the memorial’s public spaces. Photo: Suhail siddiq. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Abu Dhabi Heritage Village — photo gallery

  1. The village recreates elements of traditional Emirati settlement. Photo: giggel. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Explore the village’s heritage architecture. Photo: Jeevesh Pranav and Sai Sakthivel. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A visitor’s view inside the Heritage Village. Photo: Banja-Frans Mulder. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A traditional boat and waterfront views within the Heritage Village setting. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Walk through the village’s reconstructed heritage setting. Photo: Ijanderson977. Licence: Public domain. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Cultural Foundation — photo gallery

  1. Palm trees frame the Cultural Foundation building. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A long shaded corridor reveals the geometric floor and blue decorative panels. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A close view of the blue geometric tile decoration. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A geometric fountain occupies the landscaped courtyard outside the building. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An installation fills the high atrium in this photograph from an earlier exhibition. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Manarat Al Saadiyat — photo gallery

  1. The arts centre’s exterior and visitor approach. Photo: Davide Mauro. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The arts centre’s bright interior foyer. Photo: Davide Mauro. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A geometric installation on display during the earlier Emirati Expressions exhibition. Photo: Christoph Derndorfer-Medosch. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A display from Emirati Expressions illustrates the venue’s changing exhibition programme. Photo: Christoph Derndorfer-Medosch. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The Fat Car artwork displayed during an earlier exhibition at Manarat Al Saadiyat. Photo: ted bongiovanni. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi — photo gallery

  1. A visitor’s perspective on the Ferrari-themed park. Photo: Kathrin Mezger from Reulingen, Germany. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Explore Ferrari World’s architecture and attractions. Photo: Skyscraper5. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A closer view inside the Ferrari World experience. Photo: Jeremy Thompson from Los Angeles, California. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The park’s outdoor roller-coaster tracks. Photo: Wikiemirati. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Formula Rossa’s ride entrance photographed in 2025; check current ride availability. Photo: Outrunno. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi — photo gallery

  1. The themed gift-shop interior at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi; shops and displays may change. Photo: Dasomm. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Brightly themed attractions fill the indoor park. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Visitors walk past cartoon-inspired Western street facades under the indoor sky. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Rock formations and colourful vehicles create the Bedrock-themed attraction setting. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A city-style facade is illuminated within the indoor park. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Yas Waterworld — photo gallery

  1. A view of Yas Waterworld’s water-park setting. Photo: LittleOneM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Another perspective on Yas Waterworld’s attractions. Photo: LittleOneM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A tangle of colourful slides ends in themed splash pools. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The wave pool faces the park’s pearl-topped landmark. Photo: Jeremy Thompson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The fort-style entrance gates welcome visitors to Yas Waterworld. Photo: Martin Lewison. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi — photo gallery

  1. A tropical bird photographed at SeaWorld Abu Dhabi; animal displays may change. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A penguin photographed in the park’s aquarium setting; animal displays may change. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. American flamingos photographed at SeaWorld Abu Dhabi; animal displays may change. Photo: Steven Sun. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A green aracari photographed at SeaWorld Abu Dhabi; animal displays may change. Photo: Steven Sun. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A visitor’s view of SeaWorld on Yas Island. Photo: Lintophilip. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Yas Marina Circuit — photo gallery

  1. The North Grandstand overlooks the racing circuit. Photo: TravelPhotosNL. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Cycling at sunset on the Yas Marina Circuit track; check current public-session access. Photo: Cesar I. Martins from Jundiai, Brazil. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Evening light across the circuit. Photo: Cesar I. Martins from Jundiai, Brazil. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A trackside view of Yas Marina Circuit. Photo: Abdul Awaes. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The circuit’s facilities and racing environment. Photo: Nepenthes. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.5. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi — photo gallery

  1. Chameleons photographed at The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi; displays may change. Photo: Marcellin99. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Emirates Park Zoo — photo gallery

  1. An Asian elephant photographed at the zoo in January 2015; animal collections may change. Photo: shankar s. from sharjah, united arab emirates. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A male chital photographed at the zoo in January 2015; animal collections may change. Photo: shankar s. from sharjah, united arab emirates. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A visitor’s view inside Emirates Park Zoo. Photo: Emiratesparkzoo8resort. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Sand gazelles photographed at the zoo in January 2015; animal collections may change. Photo: shankar s. from sharjah, united arab emirates. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A cheetah photographed at Emirates Park Zoo; animal collections may change. Photo: Marcellin99. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Jubail Mangrove Park — photo gallery

  1. The protected mangrove habitat includes tidal water and mudflats. Photo: Vk.lew. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The boardwalk brings visitors into the mangrove landscape. Photo: Sendamuse. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Sunset viewed from the park walkway. Photo: Nseliza. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Lights illuminate the visitor route at the park. Photo: Duaa Khidir. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A closer look at the mangrove trees. Photo: IndonesianMom. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Mangrove National Park — photo gallery

  1. The national park protects an extensive mangrove habitat. Photo: Tam Muthu. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Tidal water threads through the national park’s mangroves. Photo: Tam Muthu. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Another view of the protected mangrove landscape. Photo: Tam Muthu. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A visitor’s perspective on Mangrove National Park. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A view across the national park from a viewing area. Photo: Lakshmiclicks. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Umm Al Emarat Park — photo gallery

  1. An evening view of the Mother of the Nation dedication sculpture inside Umm Al Emarat Park. Photo: Devarya Ruparelia. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Corniche Beach — photo gallery

  1. The Corniche’s sandy beach meets the city waterfront. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A view along the Corniche Beach shoreline. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The beach’s urban waterfront setting. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Another perspective on the Corniche’s seaside landscape. Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Evening light at Corniche Beach. Photo: Adman Payne. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Kai Beach — photo gallery

  1. Dunes and beach umbrellas at Saadiyat Public Beach before its rebranding as Kai Beach; facilities have changed since this historical photograph. Photo: Adman Payne. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Yas Beach — photo gallery

  1. Sun loungers and a lifeguard chair line the sandy beach. Photo: amatulatif. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A view along the shoreline shows the beach facilities and turquoise water. Photo: Studio Sarah Lou. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Umbrellas and loungers overlook the calm waterfront. Photo: Studio Sarah Lou. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Sunlight catches the shallow water along the Yas Beach shoreline. Photo: Studio Sarah Lou. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A curtained cabana provides a shaded lounge setting beside the beach. Photo: Sam Nabi. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Hudayriyat Island — photo gallery

  1. The island’s beach and recreation setting. Photo: Slywire. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Another view of the Hudayriyat Island landscape. Photo: Ssaken90. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The beach at Hudayriyat Island after dark. Photo: Slywire. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A waterfront jetty sits beside the island’s large destination sign. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Oversized dice mark one of the island’s outdoor leisure spaces. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Yas Bay Waterfront — photo gallery

  1. The waterfront promenade at Yas Bay. Photo: Oleg Yunakov. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Qana — photo gallery

  1. The waterside setting at Al Qana. Photo: Booklovergoth. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Yas Mall — photo gallery

  1. FunWorks photographed inside Yas Mall; tenants and activities may change. Photo: Martin Lewison from Forest Hills, NY, U.S.A.. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The main exterior of Yas Mall. Photo: Itisdeepak. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Fountain jets line the open courtyard beside the mall. Photo: Thomas Galvez. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A light-filled indoor courtyard brings trees and dining terraces into the mall. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The glazed geometric roof admits daylight into the mall. Photo: Thomas Galvez. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

The Galleria Al Maryah Island — photo gallery

  1. The Galleria’s shopping-mall architecture on Al Maryah Island. Photo: Tetraeder. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Escalators connect the shopping levels in this black-and-white interior view. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A terraced water feature brings an outdoor element into the mall setting. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Several retail levels overlook a bright shopping concourse. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A long retail corridor and its reflective floor appear in black and white. Photo: Abdulla Al Muhairi. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Ain Oasis — photo gallery

  1. Clusters of dates growing among the oasis palms. Photo: Radosław Botev. Licence: CC BY 3.0 pl. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The visitor entrance to Al Ain Oasis. Photo: Bgabel. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Traditional irrigation supplies the date-palm groves. Photo: Okhtyartist. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Dates growing among the oasis palms. Photo: Slywire. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Traditional tiered cultivation within the oasis. Photo: Srk60. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Jahili Fort — photo gallery

  1. The fort’s exterior introduces its distinctive earthen architecture. Photo: Glenn2477. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Explore the open courtyard inside Al Jahili Fort. Photo: Kaulike2b. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Al Jahili Fort illuminated after dark. Photo: Okhtyartist. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The fort’s distinctive circular tower. Photo: Srk60. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A closer view of the entrance and its architectural details. Photo: Ansari M Joshi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Qasr Al Muwaiji — photo gallery

  1. A view inside the restored fort. Photo: Rbarua9283. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The historic doorway at Qasr Al Muwaiji. Photo: Zahid Shabbir. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The fort’s outer wall. Photo: Zahid Shabbir. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A visitor walkway runs beside the fort’s earthen walls. Photo: Zahid Shabbir. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A wider view of Qasr Al Muwaiji. Photo: Mohammed Hassanein. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Jebel Hafit — photo gallery

  1. The mountain rises above the Al Ain landscape. Photo: Ahmedhassanyassin. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Hikers photographed on Jebel Hafit; use authorised routes and check current access. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The mountain’s rugged limestone landscape. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An aerial perspective on Jebel Hafit. Photo: Nicolascornet. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A roadside overlook on the mountain road. Photo: Slywire. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Jebel Hafit Desert Park — photo gallery

  1. The beehive-shaped tombs at the foot of Jebel Hafit. Photo: Michael Peter Glenister. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A closer look at the tombs’ stone construction. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The low stone doorway into a beehive-shaped tomb. Photo: Okhtyartist. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The tombs sit in the desert landscape beneath the mountain. Photo: Srk60. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Another view of the ancient tomb site. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Hili Archaeological Park — photo gallery

  1. The archaeological park’s landscaped setting. Photo: Jaseem Hamza. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A second visitor’s perspective inside Hili Archaeological Park. Photo: Jaseem Hamza. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The Hili Grand Tomb is a key archaeological landmark. Photo: Ask your own!. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Carved decoration at the Hili tomb. Photo: Abdul Shafeek Alayan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The circular stone architecture of Hili Grand Tomb. Photo: SUNILKUMAR NAIR. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Zayed National Museum — photo gallery

  1. The museum’s entrance and distinctive architecture, photographed in May 2026. Photo: Blahajsdm2025. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A replica Magan boat displayed at Zayed National Museum. Photo: Artem.G. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. An ancient amphora jar photographed during a museum visit; displays may change. Photo: Mnczubair. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A historical camera from the museum collection; displays may change. Photo: Mnczubair. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Early Quran manuscript leaves photographed at the museum; displays may change. Photo: Francesco Bini. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi — photo gallery

  1. A group of sundew botanical models identified by their maker as displayed at the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi; exhibits may change. Photo: TB0815. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Wathba Fossil Dunes Reserve — photo gallery

  1. Wind-sculpted fossil dunes rise from the desert floor. Photo: Pratik.251105. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An intricate formation at Al Wathba Fossil Dunes. Photo: Sharia.Absar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The dunes’ fragile shapes reveal their layered texture. Photo: Mirzasuhail45. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A broader view of the fossil-dune landscape. Photo: Sharia.Absar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The reserve’s eroded formations in the surrounding desert. Photo: Mohammed Sahil Shibili. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Wathba Wetland Reserve — photo gallery

  1. The protected wetlands at Al Wathba; check current public access before travelling. Photo: gordontour. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Flamingos photographed in Al Wathba’s wetland habitat. Photo: AhmedAlAwadhi7. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A little grebe photographed among reeds at Al Wathba. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A greater flamingo spreads its wings among feeding birds in the reserve. Photo: AhmedAlAwadhi7. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A close view of two greater flamingos among the wetland flock. Photo: AhmedAlAwadhi7. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sir Bani Yas Island — photo gallery

  1. Arabian oryx photographed on Sir Bani Yas Island. Photo: Elkhoury.chantal. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Giraffes photographed in the island’s wildlife reserve. Photo: GopikaSarath. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A boat on the waters around Sir Bani Yas Island at sunset. Photo: Salimapur0. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The ferry serving Sir Bani Yas Island; check current schedules and booking arrangements. Photo: Salimapur0. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A panoramic view of the island’s coastline. Photo: Ismail.alghussein. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Tel Moreeb — photo gallery

  1. An archive photograph of Liwa International Festival at the dune venue; events and access change. Photo: DMPenAd. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The enormous slope of Tel Moreeb. Photo: Slywire. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A closer view of the dune landscape. Photo: Nepenthes. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Sand dunes around the Tel Moreeb visitor area. Photo: 73ahmed. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Another view of Moreeb’s desert setting. Photo: Zamir at en.wikipedia. Licence: Public domain. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Observation Deck at 300 — photo gallery

  1. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the coastline from the observation deck. Photo: Allan Henderson. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The Corniche and city towers stretch along the coast below the observation deck. Photo: Christoph Derndorfer-Medosch. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A high view across the coastline and islands from the observation deck. Photo: Christoph Derndorfer-Medosch. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A high view of Emirates Palace and the coastline, photographed from Observation Deck at 300. Photo: Manish Tulaskar. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Marinas, channels and the city coastline viewed from Observation Deck at 300 in September 2025. Photo: Po-Hsuan Huang. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization — photo gallery

  1. The museum’s golden dome and waterfront facade establish the landmark before you enter. Photo: Shahana Shamsuddin. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An arched interior corridor reveals the scale of the former market building. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A ceramic bowl with Kufic lettering shows how calligraphy becomes decoration. Photo: Prof. Mortel. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A glazed ceramic tile brings the colour and craftsmanship of historic Islamic art into focus. Photo: Prof. Mortel. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A photographed Quran manuscript shows the detail to look for in the museum’s collections. Photo: Prof. Mortel. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Noor Island — photo gallery

  1. An aerial view shows the footbridge and the island’s position in Khalid Lagoon. Photo: Florian Kriechbaumer. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The patterned roof of the Butterfly House is an architectural highlight. Photo: peterbarlow65. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Reflective public art creates a different perspective along a garden path. Photo: peterbarlow65. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A planted boardwalk leads through the island’s landscaped gardens. Photo: Zainab Rampurwala. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A butterfly photographed on the island offers a close look at its living exhibits. Photo: peterbarlow65. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sharjah Aquarium — photo gallery

  1. A large aquarium display brings visitors close to a busy underwater scene. Photo: Dhaneesh Pavithran. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A green sea turtle photographed at Sharjah Aquarium shows the detail of the marine exhibits. Photo: JaffaFalcon. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The underwater tunnel surrounds the visitor walkway with swimming fish. Photo: Jaseem Hamza. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The modern exterior helps you recognise the aquarium building on arrival. Photo: Jaseem Hamza. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An open-topped tank offers another perspective on the aquarium’s displays. Photo: Jaseem Hamza. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

House of Wisdom — photo gallery

  1. The Scroll monument stands beside Sharjah’s House of Wisdom cultural centre. Photo: Miguel Cuenca. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Illuminated book stacks and a glass balustrade inside House of Wisdom, photographed in 2022. Photo: Owaiz Raiyan. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A second view along House of Wisdom book stacks, photographed in 2021. Photo: Omair Parvez. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The library book stacks during a temporary LG product display in 2023; the display is historical. Photo: LG Electronics. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Rain Room — photo gallery

  1. Visitors stand within falling water in Sharjah’s Rain Room installation. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Backlit water and a visitor silhouette reveal the atmosphere of the Rain Room. Photo: Calix. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A wider view of Rain Room shows visitors surrounded by falling water and the illuminated paths beneath their feet. Photographed in December 2023. Photo: frank saptel. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A visitor’s long shadow crosses the gridded floor beneath Rain Room’s curtain of water. Photographed in December 2023. Photo: frank saptel. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Central Souk (Blue Souk) — photo gallery

  1. The illuminated souk exterior shows its long facade and traditional architectural details. Photo: EditQ. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Decorative metalwork photographed at the Central Souk hints at the gifts and craft on sale. Photo: Cesar I. Martins from Jundiai, Brazil. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A wider night view reveals the souk’s distinctive skyline of arches and towers. Photo: Aleena Varghese. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Blue tilework and arched windows are worth a closer look on the souk facade. Photo: yeowatzup. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The Central Souk sign and front entrance help you recognise the market on arrival. Photo: Sharjah Media Centre. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Bait Al Naboodah Museum — photo gallery

  1. The house courtyard reveals carved arches and traditional upper-level balconies. Photo: Clémence Jacqueri. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A street view shows the restored house within Sharjah’s heritage quarter. Photo: متحف النابودة (عبيد بن عيسى بن علي بن ناصر النابودة الشامسي). Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sharjah Maritime Museum — photo gallery

  1. A traditional wooden boat displayed in the museum grounds, photographed in December 2009. Photo: Susanne Nilsson. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A full-size wooden vessel inside Sharjah Maritime Museum, photographed in December 2009. Photo: Susanne Nilsson. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A pearl-diving display beside a wooden boat introduces the coastal livelihoods represented in the museum. Archive photograph from December 2009. Photo: Susanne Nilsson. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A red-sailed boat model illustrates traditional vessel design in the museum collection. Archive photograph from December 2009. Photo: Susanne Nilsson. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Wooden rigging blocks on display reveal some of the practical equipment used aboard traditional boats. Archive photograph from December 2009. Photo: Susanne Nilsson. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Noor Mosque — photo gallery

  1. The mosque sits beside Khalid Lagoon, close to Al Noor Island. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Al Noor Mosque’s domes and minarets form a distinctive waterfront landmark. Photo: Mohcinali. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The decorated ceiling and chandelier provide a close look at Al Noor Mosque’s interior. Photo: Tareq zeyad620. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The mosque at dusk reveals its domes and illuminated minarets beside Khalid Lagoon. Photo: I.Mahesh. Licence: CC-BY-SA-4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Turquoise lighting picks out Al Noor Mosque domes and decorative arches after dark. Photo: Saad Majeed. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sharjah Mosque — photo gallery

  1. An interior photograph reveals the mosque’s decorated ceiling and chandelier. Photo: Ahmad3027. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A broad exterior view reveals the scale and symmetry of Sharjah Mosque. Photo: Narimich. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The mosque architecture reflects in the surrounding water. Photo: Shameera Srambikkal. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A quiet courtyard view shows the arched colonnade and polished floor. Photo: Shameera Srambikkal. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Worshippers gather for a Ramadan iftar; religious events have their own visitor arrangements. Photo: Shyjith Kaiprath Rajan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Montazah Parks — photo gallery

  1. The Sharjah Eye at Al Montazah, photographed in 2021; confirm current ride operation. Photo: Earthlingtwo. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The waterpark entrance, photographed in 2021, shows the separate park arrival area. Photo: Earthlingtwo. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Park attractions photographed in 2021; current ticket inclusions and facilities can differ. Photo: Earthlingtwo. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A cafe within the park complex, photographed in 2021. Photo: Earthlingtwo. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The park train ride photographed in 2021; check current family rides before booking. Photo: Earthlingtwo. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Wasit Nature Reserve — photo gallery

  1. A wetland view introduces the habitat protected at Wasit. Photo: Naseembinusman. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Planted aviary habitats bring visitors close to birds at Wasit Wetland Centre. Photo: Ouremiratesjourney. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A large heron photographed at Wasit provides a closer wildlife perspective. Photo: Ouremiratesjourney. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A goliath heron photographed at Wasit illustrates the centre’s birdlife. Photo: Naseembinusman. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Fulvous whistling ducks photographed at Wasit add a closer wildlife perspective. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sharjah Safari — photo gallery

  1. Flamingos photographed at Sharjah Safari in January 2024; wildlife sightings and visitor routes can change. Photo: Vivek Vg. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Four cooling stations in Sharjah Safari’s Sahel enclosure, photographed for a study conducted in September 2023. These research views illustrate the animals’ shade provision; they do not describe a visitor route. Photo: Sonja Erasmus and James E. Brereton / Journal of Zoo and Aquarium Research. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Mleiha National Park & Archaeological Centre — photo gallery

  1. The Archaeological Centre is built beside an ancient Umm Al Nar tomb. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An archaeological tomb at Mleiha shows how the landscape preserves ancient history. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Camel Rock is one of the distinctive formations in the Mleiha desert landscape. Photo: Banja-Frans Mulder. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Fossil Rock shows the rocky terrain that forms part of the Mleiha outdoor experience. Photo: George Shahda. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A cave view introduces another side of Mleiha’s limestone landscape. Photo: Mohannaturelover. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Buhais Geological Park — photo gallery

  1. The Geological Park’s rounded exhibition pods are set against the mountain landscape. Photo: Sherenk1. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The museum’s distinctive architecture links the visitor experience with its geological setting. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A wider view shows the low exhibition buildings within the landscape. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Khorfakkan Beach — photo gallery

  1. Khorfakkan Beach combines a long shoreline with a mountain backdrop. Photo: Kamyana. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Another shoreline perspective reveals the sweep of the beach. Photo: Bin Al Stroker. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The beachfront offers a closer look at the sea-and-mountain setting. Photo: Fadi Fayad Al Taoba. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An archival shoreline view records Khorfakkan Beach and its mountain-backed bay. Photo: Rizwan Ullah Wazir. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An ultra-wide panorama shows the sweep of Khorfakkan Bay. Photo: Driqb. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Khorfakkan Amphitheatre & Waterfall — photo gallery

  1. Khorfakkan’s artificial waterfall forms a dramatic roadside landmark. Photo: Lakshmi Winner. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Visitors beside the waterfall show the scale of its cascading rock face. Photo: Ahmed Al Habesh. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Another waterfall perspective reveals its setting beside the amphitheatre. Photo: Rithan.100425. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The waterfall is one part of a combined waterfront landmark stop. Photo: Aalkhawy2. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The amphitheatre’s stepped facade forms the other half of this combined landmark stop. Photo: Sherenk1. Licence: CC-BY-SA-4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Rafisah Dam — photo gallery

  1. The reservoir and mountain setting are the main draw at Al Rafisah. Photo: Rajeev AJ. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A waterside perspective shows the calm reservoir against the rocky slopes. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Colourful boats line the reservoir beside a mountain backdrop; boating is a separate activity. Photo: Richard Moses Y. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A 2025 view of the dam provides another perspective on the landscape. Photo: Talhaumar1994. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The view from the dam takes in the surrounding mountain scenery. Photo: Sivaprakash2004. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Shees Park — photo gallery

  1. The artificial waterfall is a central photographic stop inside Shees Park. Photo: Talhaumar1994. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Paths connect the park’s planted terraces and visitor areas. Photo: Sherenk1. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A seating area provides a place to pause during a park walk. Photo: Sherenk1. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An elevated view shows the park layout among the mountains. Photo: EvaJoyson. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Night lighting gives the park a different atmosphere after sunset. Photo: Aarti Surana. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Hanging Gardens in Kalba — photo gallery

  1. A view of Kalba’s Hanging Gardens shows the terraced mountain attraction. Photo: Lovelyhyejin. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Khor Kalba Mangrove Centre — photo gallery

  1. The Mangrove Centre site introduces the visitor setting at Khor Kalba. Photo: Sherenk1. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The bridge approach crosses the water at the nature reserve. Photo: Lxs. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre — photo gallery

  1. The centre’s interior provides an introduction to the region’s conservation story. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Rabi Hiking Trail — photo gallery

  1. Al Rabi Tower is the recognisable landmark beside the hiking route. Photo: Sajisahadevan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The elevated route reveals the coastline and town below. Photo: Adlus. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A trail photograph captures the mountain-and-horizon experience of Al Rabi. Photo: Muhammed Hijas Padikkal. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A hiker reaches a rocky viewpoint in the early light. Photo: Ashiq pang. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An elevated trail view reveals Khorfakkan’s harbour and coastline below. Photo: Ashiq pang. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Heera Beach — photo gallery

  1. The beachfront view introduces the open coastal setting of Al Heera. Photo: Talhaumar1994. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

The Flying Saucer — photo gallery

  1. The circular Flying Saucer building is a distinctive Sharjah landmark. Photo: Abrar.kebaili. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The interior workspace opens around a glazed central courtyard. Photo: Abrar.kebaili. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The exposed interior structure reveals how the circular building is supported. Photo: Abrar.kebaili. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The restored Flying Saucer provides an example of Sharjah’s modern architectural heritage. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The Launch Pad workspace shows the cultural venue’s interior setting. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Dhaid Fort — photo gallery

  1. An archival photograph records Al Dhaid Fort during restoration, before its present visitor display. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The restored Al Dhaid Fort reveals the architecture of an inland oasis stronghold. Photo: Sajisahadevan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The fort during National Day celebrations; event decorations are temporary. Photo: Sajisahadevan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A heritage view shows another angle of Al Dhaid Fort. Photo: Sajisahadevan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Majaz Waterfront — photo gallery

  1. The lagoon-side waterfront lights up after sunset. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The park landscape forms part of the waterfront outing. Photo: SHARON VISHAKHAM. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Seabirds above the lagoon bring a wildlife perspective to the Al Majaz waterfront. Photo: OrangeSky.0810. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A historical 2012 waterfront panorama shows Al Majaz and its city backdrop. Photo: VarunRajendran. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Water spouts along Al Majaz Waterfront add movement to the lagoon-side public space. Photo: Mostakim Rubaiyat. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Qasba — photo gallery

  1. The canal runs between the buildings of Al Qasba. Photo: Jaseem Hamza. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Waterfront dining and lighting give Al Qasba a different atmosphere after dark. Photo: Sanjaysahjn. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Another view shows the scale and layout of the canal-side area. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An archival canal photograph shows Al Qasba’s waterside architecture and bridges. Photo: marviikad from Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The Eye of Emirates photographed at Al Qasba in 2013; the wheel has since moved to Al Montazah. Photo: Hari K Kava. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sharjah Fort (Al Hisn) — photo gallery

  1. The restored fort stands among the streets of central Sharjah. Photo: Mujeebpc. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The fortified facade introduces the building’s defensive character. Photo: yeowatzup. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The main building and towers provide a close view of Al Hisn. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The rear of the fort reveals another side of the heritage building. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Historic cannons displayed at the fort connect the building with its defensive past. Photo: Shirine Zingstra. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sharjah Art Museum — photo gallery

  1. A photographed Barjeel Art Foundation gallery at Sharjah Art Museum; exhibitions can change. Photo: A.karim.kh. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The Century in Flux exhibition photographed in 2019 documents a past display at the museum. Photo: A.karim.kh. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A 2016 exhibition installation at Sharjah Art Museum; this is an archival exhibition view. Photo: Albertus26. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The museum exterior helps visitors recognise the cultural landmark. Photo: Fatima1996. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The entrance sign and wind towers in an earlier photograph from July 2007. Photo: jensimon7. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Mahatta Museum — photo gallery

  1. The former airport’s fortified buildings introduce the Al Mahatta museum site. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The old air traffic control tower recalls the site’s aviation role. Photo: ZI Jony. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The main entrance marks the arrival point of the former airfield complex. Photo: ZI Jony. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A Comet cockpit display brings visitors close to historic aircraft controls. Photo: Alan Wilson from Stilton, Peterborough, Cambs, UK. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A preserved Dakota aircraft is part of the museum’s aviation collection. Photo: Alan Wilson from Stilton, Peterborough, Cambs, UK. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Ajman Museum — photo gallery

  1. The museum entrance leads into Ajman’s restored palace-fort. Photo: Madhura Upadhye. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A historic Land Rover display adds a personal perspective on the emirate’s past. Photo: Ahmed1251985. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A traditional boat display connects Ajman Museum with the coast. Photo: Ahmed1251985. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A traditional weapons display photographed within the museum’s majlis setting. Photo: Ahmed1251985. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A close view of a fort tower shows the museum’s defensive architecture. Photo: Ahmed1251985. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Ajman Corniche — photo gallery

  1. The Ajman Corniche waterfront introduces the emirate’s coastal promenade. Photo: Narimich. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An archival 2009 view records the sea and sky beside Ajman’s central beach. Photo: en:User:MMuzammils. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A landscape photograph of the central Ajman shoreline, taken in 2009. Photo: en:User:MMuzammils. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The central beachfront photographed in 2009; the buildings and facilities have since developed. Photo: en:User:MMuzammils. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An archival 2009 view of the paved waterfront beside the beach. Photo: en:User:MMuzammils. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Zorah Nature Reserve — photo gallery

  1. The mangrove wetlands at Al Zorah reveal the habitat protected by the reserve. Photo: Shabbir.hussainy. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Flamingos stand and take flight above shallow water at Al Zorah Nature Reserve. Photo: Diane Mikheeva / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. An elevated view follows Al Zorah mangrove islands and tidal channels toward the horizon. Photo: Diane Mikheeva / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A flamingo flock feeds in a turquoise lagoon between the Al Zorah mangroves. Photo: Diane Mikheeva / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A closer elevated view shows the mangrove canopy and winding tidal water at Al Zorah. Photo: Diane Mikheeva / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Zorah Golf Club — photo gallery

  1. Flamingos share the waterside edge of Al Zorah Golf Club fairways. Photo: Diane Mikheeva / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Murabbaa Watchtower — photo gallery

  1. The restored Al Murabbaa watchtower is a compact heritage landmark by the coast. Photo: Riyas_palazhi. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Ajman Fish Market — photo gallery

  1. The fish market shows the working seafood trade behind Ajman’s coast. Photo: Challiyan. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A working auction scene shows how seafood is traded at Ajman Fish Market. Photo: Challiyan. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Fish laid out for auction give a close view of the working market. Photo: Challiyan. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The fishing harbour beside the market connects the seafood trade with the coast. Photo: Challiyan. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Masfout Castle — photo gallery

  1. The small fort overlooks Masfout’s mountain settlement. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A closer view shows the fort’s towers and compact hilltop plan. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The fort appears within the wider Wadi Hadf and mountain landscape. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Another angle shows the fort’s walls and raised position. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Hassa Buweid Castle — photo gallery

  1. The tower rises from a pale rocky hill in the Manama area. Photo: Marko. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Umm Al Quwain Fort Museum — photo gallery

  1. A closer look at Umm Al Quwain Fort Museum. Photo: Josephineagnes.j. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Traditional majlis seating displayed inside the museum; displays may change. Photo: Josephineagnes.j. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The museum’s entrance doorway beneath its bilingual sign. Photo: Josephineagnes.j. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A wide exterior view of the white fort, its round towers and palm-lined surroundings. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An elevated view across the fort courtyard, with palm trees and traditional watchtowers. Photo: Prof. Mortel. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Falaj Al Mualla — photo gallery

  1. A closer look at Falaj Al Mualla. Photo: Marko. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A panoramic view of Falaj Al Mualla’s town landscape. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Historic water infrastructure at Falaj Al Mualla. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The settlement’s eastern watchtower. Photo: Runo Zornak. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The settlement’s western watchtower. Photo: Runo Zornak. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dreamland Aqua Park — photo gallery

  1. The distinctive entrance to Dreamland Aqua Park. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Colourful racing slides at the water park; ride availability may change. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Enclosed water slides finish in a splash pool. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Dragon-themed water features frame one of the pools. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A quieter water channel winds through landscaped surroundings. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Mangrove Beach — photo gallery

  1. The Mangrove Beach entrance sign beside coastal greenery, photographed in February 2022. Photo: Mahmoud Alaydi. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Siniyah Island — photo gallery

  1. Excavated buildings of the ancient pearl-fishing settlement on Siniyah Island, photographed in March 2023. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An aerial view of the excavated Christian monastery on Siniyah Island. Archaeological areas require access confirmation. Photo: Department of Archaeology. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Ed-Dur Archaeological Site — photo gallery

  1. Low excavated walls reveal the layout of the ancient settlement. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The restored stone structure at the Ed-Dur archaeological site. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The temple ruins preserve the footprint of an ancient building. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A closer view of the ancient temple’s standing walls. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Stone and plaster details from the archaeological remains. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Jebel Jais — photo gallery

  1. Low cloud creates a dramatic morning landscape around Jebel Jais. Photo: Vigneshraj97. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The mountain’s rocky slopes and ridgelines. Photo: Ouremiratesjourney. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Sunset changes the colours of the Jebel Jais landscape. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The mountain road winds through rugged terrain. Photo: Tashmetova808. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A high-level view across Jebel Jais. Photo: Joshlxd. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Dhayah Fort — photo gallery

  1. The steep path climbs toward the hilltop fort. Photo: Ansari M Joshi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Explore the fort’s interior courtyard. Photo: Fatima Alzaabi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The twin towers occupy a dramatic hilltop position. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The UAE flag flies above the fort. Photo: Ansari M Joshi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Sunset light across Dhayah Fort. Photo: Ansari M Joshi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village — photo gallery

  1. A closer look at Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village. Photo: Karachun. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The village fort’s round watchtower rises above its restored perimeter wall. Photo: Karachun. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. An old doorway in the village’s traditional buildings. Photo: Sanjana Biju. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The historic mosque within Al Jazirah Al Hamra. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Coral fragments remain visible in the traditional wall construction. Photo: Sanjana Biju. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah — photo gallery

  1. A closer look at National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Rankin73. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A traditional fishing structure displayed at the museum; exhibits may change. Photo: Rui Carita. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Historic weapons displayed in the museum’s majlis; exhibits may change. Photo: Rankin73. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A carved doorway from the former palace. Photo: Rui Carita. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A traditional wind tower at the museum. Photo: Rankin73. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Suwaidi Pearl Farm — photo gallery

  1. The pearl-farm visitor setting on the lagoon. Photo: Florian Kriechbaumer. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Cultured pearls photographed during a farm visit. Photo: Florian Kriechbaumer. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Mangroves surround the pearl-farm lagoon. Photo: Florian Kriechbaumer. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Finished pearl jewellery shown during a farm visit; displays may change. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A closer look at Suwaidi Pearl Farm. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Jais Flight — photo gallery

  1. The shaded Jais Flight launch structure, seen from below. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Two harnessed Jais Flight riders above the mountain valley in warm sunset light. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A rider begins the zipline journey from the mountain launch platform. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An evening departure from the platform, with the sun over the mountain ridges. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A wide view of the launch platform and parallel zipline riders above the valley. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Jais Sky Tour — photo gallery

  1. Visitors pause for a photograph on a suspension bridge along the Jais Sky Tour route. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A helmeted participant crosses between stations on a Sky Tour zipline. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A narrow suspension bridge links stations along the mountainside route. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An instructor assists a participant at a zipline station. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A guide supervises a departure beside the rocky mountainside. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Wadi Shawka — photo gallery

  1. Camels photographed in the Wadi Shawka landscape. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A closer look at Wadi Shawka. Photo: Original: Florian Kriechbaumer Derivative work: Aristeas. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Water reflects the surrounding wadi landscape after rainfall. Photo: Udit Sathaye. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A track through Wadi Shawka’s mountain terrain. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Seasonal pools in the wadi; water levels and safe access depend on conditions. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Qawasim Corniche — photo gallery

  1. Aerial perspective of Al Qawasim Corniche. Photo: Stevenmccombe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Marjan Island — photo gallery

  1. A coastal resort and the sea around Al Marjan Island. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An aerial view of the island’s developed coastline. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The island’s connected coastal development, viewed from above. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A rock-lined seafront promenade beside clear water. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A crescent-shaped resort beach on Al Marjan Island; access depends on the property. Photo: Anna Sh / 7toucans. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Saqr Park — photo gallery

  1. Sunset inside Saqr Park in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Khanaemi. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Birds cross a lawn beside the park’s benches and amusement rides. Photo: Martin Lewison. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Falayah Heritage Site — photo gallery

  1. A closer look at Falayah Heritage Site. Photo: Ganeshvel2. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The heritage compound’s outer courtyard, low buildings and square watchtower. Photo: Ganeshvel2. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Hamra Golf Club — photo gallery

  1. The lagoon and course at Al Hamra Golf Club, photographed in 2010; facilities may have changed. Photo: Bob McCaffrey. Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Tower Links Golf Club — photo gallery

  1. A view of Tower Links Golf Club’s course setting. Photo: ولد الامارات. Licence: CC0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Bear Grylls Explorers Camp — photo gallery

  1. The camp accommodation sits against the rugged mountain landscape. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Participants balance across obstacles on the camp ropes course. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

ActionFlight — photo gallery

  1. ActionFlight hot-air balloons float above desert dunes in early light. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Licence: RAKTDA media library permission. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Fujairah Fort — photo gallery

  1. The fort’s main facade and towers rise above the heritage area. Photo: Aman Ullah Khan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Cannons mark the entrance to the historic fort. Photo: Aman Ullah Khan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A side view shows the irregular defensive walls and elevated setting. Photo: Mike Che. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An internal view introduces the fort’s enclosed spaces. Photo: Jpbowen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. The fort after dark, when lighting changes its appearance. Photo: Aman Ullah Khan. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Bidya Mosque — photo gallery

  1. The low domes and thick walls make Al Bidya Mosque a distinctive heritage stop. Photo: Bobak Ha'Eri. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A view from above shows the mosque and its immediate setting. Photo: Mansoorkv2008. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The mosque’s side elevation is framed by the surrounding planting. Photo: Shirine Zingstra. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A narrow opening between earthen pillars provides a close interior detail. Photo: Mohcinali. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A night view records the mosque compound and the hilltop watchtower behind it. Photo: Mohcinali. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Fujairah — photo gallery

  1. A city view places Sheikh Zayed Mosque within the Fujairah skyline. Photo: Mansour mohsen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The mosque’s domes and minarets dominate this architectural view. Photo: Mansour mohsen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Another perspective shows the scale of the mosque complex. Photo: Mansour mohsen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Palm trees frame the domes and minarets of Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Fujairah. Photo: Siarhei Nester. Licence: Pexels License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Hanging lanterns and repeating arches along the mosque walkway, photographed in 2025. Photo: ishaque khan. Licence: Unsplash License. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Fujairah Museum — photo gallery

  1. The museum entrance is a practical landmark when arriving in Old Fujairah. Photo: Jpbowen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. An interior gallery view introduces the museum’s heritage displays. Photo: Jpbowen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Another gallery photograph offers a closer look at the collection setting. Photo: Jpbowen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Museum displays connect the objects with Fujairah’s past. Photo: Jpbowen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A different interior view shows the layout and atmosphere of the galleries. Photo: Jpbowen. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Bithnah Fort — photo gallery

  1. The fort’s rounded towers rise above the Wadi Ham setting. Photo: Marko. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Viewed from Wadi Ham, the fort’s position in the valley becomes clear. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The square guard tower shows another element of the defensive site. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. A closer fort perspective reveals the wall and tower construction. Photo: Altaf Habib. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Another view shows the fort’s enclosed defensive architecture. Photo: Altaf Habib. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Hayl Castle and Fort — photo gallery

  1. The watchtower overlooks Al Hayl’s fortified residence. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A close view introduces the historic fortified compound. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The fort and watchtower appear together in the mountain valley. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The historic residence sits below the hilltop watchtower in Wadi Al Hayl. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. Another view of the Al Hayl residence reveals its traditional architecture. Photo: Angela Manthorpe. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Awhala Fort — photo gallery

  1. Awhala Fort’s tower and walls introduce the heritage compound. Photo: Marko. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Another perspective shows the fort’s defensive form. Photo: Cenpellegrini. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A closer view reveals details of the restored fort. Photo: Cenpellegrini. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. The stone-framed entrance gives a closer look at the fort’s restored doorways. Photo: NAVEEN SHARAF A. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A close view of the walls reveals traditional surface textures and crenellations. Photo: NAVEEN SHARAF A. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Al Aqah Beach — photo gallery

  1. Sunrise at Al Aqah Beach brings soft light across the sea. Photo: Rahul15sh. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Kayaks photographed on Al Aqah Beach in 2007; arrange current water activities with the operator. Photo: Bahnfrend. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Evening colour adds a different atmosphere to the beach. Photo: Hayamaryam. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An archival 2007 photograph records divers preparing on a boat off Al Aqah. Photo: Imre Solt. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An archival resort-coast view shows the close relationship between the mountains and sea. Photo: Bjoertvedt. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Snoopy Island — photo gallery

  1. Snoopy Island’s rocky silhouette sits just offshore from Al Aqah. Photo: JSPhotography2016. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Waves around the island show why sea conditions matter before water activities. Photo: Wongleejean. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. A coastal view shows the island’s position within the Gulf of Oman. Photo: Flounder Lee. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Early morning light changes the atmosphere around the island. Photo: AdinaCo. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. A long-exposure photograph gives the island and surrounding sea a softer atmosphere. Photo: Abhijeet Dutta. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Umbrella Beach — photo gallery

  1. Palm trees beside the original Umbrella Beach shoreline in December 2019, before the current seafront complex opened. Photo: Marko Sredojevic. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. A bird rests on a beach volleyball net at Umbrella Beach in December 2019; this is a historical view of the beach. Photo: Marko Sredojevic. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. Morning surf at Umbrella Beach in December 2019, before the current dining and promenade development. Photo: Marko Sredojevic. Licence: CC BY 2.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Ain Al Madhab Park — photo gallery

  1. The park pond provides a closer look at Ain Al Madhab’s landscaped setting. Photo: Rithan.100425. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Wadi Wurayah National Park — photo gallery

  1. The National Park entrance marks an access-controlled conservation area; confirm authorised entry. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. The dry lower wadi channel shows that water is seasonal rather than a guaranteed visitor sight. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The mouth of a tributary reveals the broad gravel terrain within the wadi system. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. Power lines and a service route cross part of the protected valley; infrastructure does not establish public access. Photo: IbrahimKumar. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  5. An archival photograph records the wadi landscape; it does not establish current visitor access. Photo: Bin Al Stroker. Licence: CC BY 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Masafi Friday Market — photo gallery

  1. Roadside stalls at Masafi Friday Market introduce a different kind of east-coast road-trip stop. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Masafi Fort — photo gallery

  1. The restored fort’s walls and tower introduce the site. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  2. Another view reveals the fort’s compact architectural form. Photo: Marko. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  3. The falaj at Masafi Fort connects the heritage site with the area’s irrigation history. Photo: Alexandermcnabb. Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.
  4. An elevated view shows Masafi Fort against the Hajar Mountains. Photo: Sahal sajeed. Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and WebP-encoded for display.

Hotel finder photography

These credits identify the actual properties pictured in our hotel guides. Follow the original source for the applicable reuse terms.

Al Maryah Island

The Galleria Al Maryah Island. Tetraeder · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized for display.

Ajman Corniche & beachfront

Ajman Corniche in Ajman. Narimich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized for display.

Palace Downtown

Palace Downtown courtyard and illuminated water feature, photographed in 2015. Aidas U. · CC BY 3.0 · Resized for display.

Address Downtown

Lobby of Address Downtown in Dubai, photographed in 2022. Ahsan Younas · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized for display.

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

Rang Mahal restaurant inside JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, photographed in 2015. Dion Hinchcliffe · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Resized for display.

Jannah Place Dubai Marina

Bedroom at Jannah Place Dubai Marina. Jannahplace · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized for display.

Hilton Dubai Jumeirah

Hilton Dubai Jumeirah viewed from its beachfront. Oliver Gerlinde · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Resized for display.

Fairmont The Palm

Lobby at Fairmont The Palm. Nishat A. Khan · CC BY 2.0 · Resized for display.

Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm visible on the approach road at night. Aleem Yousaf · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Resized for display.

Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre

Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre hotel, photographed in 2019. Håkan Dahlström · CC BY 2.0 · Resized for display.

XVA Art Hotel

Entrance to XVA Art Hotel in Al Fahidi, photographed in 2017. Parastoo.Atrsaei · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized for display.

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates beside the Ski Dubai building. giggel · CC BY 3.0 · Resized for display.

The WB Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton

The WB Abu Dhabi hotel lobby, photographed in 2022. Dasomm · CC0 · Resized for display.

Staybridge Suites Abu Dhabi - Yas Island

Studio at Staybridge Suites Yas Island, photographed in 2010; room decor may have changed. Twoduy · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized for display.

Jumeirah Saadiyat Island

Gardens and sea view at Jumeirah Saadiyat Island, photographed in 2024. Tms2007 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized for display.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental hotel exterior. Chris Down · CC BY 4.0 · Resized for display.

Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers

Etihad Towers complex containing Conrad Abu Dhabi; exterior photograph from 2012. Shaibalahmar · CC-BY-SA-2.0 · Resized for display.

Rosewood Abu Dhabi

Rosewood Abu Dhabi hotel tower at night, historical photograph from 2014. lam_chihang · CC BY 2.0 · Resized for display.

Corniche Hotel Sharjah

Corniche Hotel Sharjah building, photographed in 2012 under its former Hilton branding. Thomas Dahlstrøm Nielsen · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized for display.

The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah

Entrance to The Chedi Al Bait in Heart of Sharjah, photographed in 2020. Alexandermcnabb · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized for display.

DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island

DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island exterior; archival aerial. Anna Sh / 7toucans · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized for display.

Rixos Bab Al Bahr

Rixos Bab Al Bahr exterior; archival aerial. Anna Sh / 7toucans · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized for display.

Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah

Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah exterior from Al Hamra beach in 2017; archival photograph. Artur Malinowski · CC BY 2.0 · Resized for display.

InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa

InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah exterior with gardens, pool and beach; official 2022 opening press photograph. IHG Hotels & Resorts · Editorial media use under IHG download terms · Resized for display.

Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort

Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort tower behind the beach in 2007; archival exterior photograph. Imre Solt · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Resized for display.

Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort

Beach facilities and an environmental notice at Sandy Beach Hotel in 2014; archival photograph, not a current rules notice. ykeiko · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Resized for display.

Palma Beach Resort & Spa

Waterfront jetty at Palma Beach Resort in Umm Al Quwain, photographed in November 2011. Bassem JARKAS · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Resized for display.