Dubai & Abu Dhabi

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Dubai & Abu Dhabi.

Discover Dubai & Abu Dhabi's most popular experiences and best kept secrets - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - from sightseeing on the 148th-floor observatory of Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, to walking among the butterflies at Butterfly Garden, and exploring Emirati culture at creative community space 421.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Dubai & Abu Dhabi travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Dubai & Abu Dhabi and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your ideal trip with exciting Perfect Day itineraries with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions, plus day trips from Dubai & Abu Dhabi so you can explore the surrounding areas
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Burj Khalifa, Al Hosn, and Qasr Al Watan
• Special features on mall and souq shopping, fine dining planner, Burj Khalifa tour
• Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Connect with Dubai and Abu Dhabi culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions 
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Dubai
• Covers: Dubai - Deira; Bur Dubai; Downtown Dubai & Business Bay; Jumeirah; Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah; South Dubai. Abu Dhabi - Downtown Abu Dhabi; Breakwater & Around; Al Zahiyah, Al Maryah Island & Al Reem Island; Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque & Around; Al Mina & Saadiyat Island; Yas Island & Around plus day trips to Liwa Oasis; Qasr Al Sarab; Al Ain Oasis; Al Jahili Fort; Jebel Hafit Desert Park; Hatta; Al Rafisah Dam; Khor Fakkan; Jebel Jais; and more

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Dubai & Abu Dhabi.