The 15 Best Day Trips from Dubai

Nearby United Arab Emirates destinations worth a visit - with distance, direction, and what to see.

The best day trips from Dubai, United Arab Emirates - 15 nearby places worth a visit, including Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain City. Each is within easy reach, with the distance, direction, and what to see so you can plan your days.

  1. 1

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    Known for Observation Deck at 300.

    115 km SW of Dubai1,807,000 people
  2. 2

    Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

    Known for Pens Gallery.

    30 km N of Dubai1,800,000 people
  3. 3

    Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates

    Known for حديقة العين للحيوانات.

    109 km SE of Dubai846,747 people
  4. 4

    Ajman, United Arab Emirates

    40 km NE of Dubai490,035 people
  5. 5

    Dayrah, United Arab Emirates

    22 km N of Dubai400,000 people
  6. 6

    Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

    102 km NE of Dubai351,943 people
  7. 7

    Musaffah, United Arab Emirates

    116 km SW of Dubai243,341 people
  8. 8

    Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates

    22 km W of Dubai210,000 people
  9. 9

    Dubai Investments Park, United Arab Emirates

    17 km SW of Dubai160,000 people
  10. 10

    Dubai Marina, United Arab Emirates

    16 km W of Dubai120,000 people
  11. 11

    Fujairah, United Arab Emirates

    104 km E of Dubai118,933 people
  12. 12

    Al Majaz, United Arab Emirates

    29 km N of Dubai116,503 people
  13. 13

    Ar Rumaylah, United Arab Emirates

    38 km N of Dubai86,000 people
  14. 14

    Khalifah A City, United Arab Emirates

    102 km SW of Dubai85,374 people
  15. 15

    Mohammed Bin Zayed City, United Arab Emirates

    111 km SW of Dubai85,000 people

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Dubai?
Popular day trips from Dubai include Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain City, Ajman, Dayrah. All are within about 150 km.
How far are day trips from Dubai?
These destinations sit roughly 15-150 km from Dubai. The closest is Dubai Marina, about 16 km W.
How do you plan day trips from Dubai?
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