While you're reading this list, somewhere in Babushka the tea is already brewing, steaks are sizzling, and someone’s flying across the Marina on a jet ski. We’ve gathered 80 places in Dubai that are truly worth a visit — from heartfelt restaurants to unexpected corners for inspiration. And at the end, there’s a bonus: the entire selection is already saved in Google Maps so you can simply open the map and head straight to wherever it feels most delicious, beautiful, and truly good today.
Sometimes the world feels too fast. We rush, change countries, plans, routes... But Babushka is always waiting. Wherever you are — she’s nearby. In Dubai, amidst skyscrapers and gloss, there’s a place where you’ll be truly welcomed. Where the scent of pies fills the air, a vinyl record hums “Katyusha,” and no one leaves without seconds.
Dubai Marina is the largest man-made yacht harbor in the world and a luxury resort district on the shore of the Persian Gulf.
It’s an elite area and a prestigious vacation spot: luxury yachts dock here, hotels and restaurants sparkle with lights.
The name “Marina” comes from the Spanish word for “sea” and was given in honor of this grand harbor project.
Construction of Dubai Marina began in 2003, and a whole artificial bay was created specifically to accommodate thousands of yachts. In the end, Dubai Marina surpassed Marina del Rey in California in size, claiming the title of the world’s largest yacht marina.