Spring weekend · Dubai

Spring weekend in Dubai

Spring in Dubai — blossoms, opening patios, markets and the first warm-evening dinners worth booking.

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Top spots in Dubai

  • Desert Safari (Dune Bashing)

    Outdoors

    Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve

    4x4 over red dunes, falconry, camels and Bedouin dinner under the stars.

  • Jumeirah Beach & La Mer

    Outdoors

    Jumeirah

    White-sand promenade with kite surfers and Burj Al Arab views.

Where to eat

  • 3Fils

    $$$

    Asian-fusion · Jumeirah Fishing Harbour

    No-reservations Michelin-Bib waterfront — book the bar, order everything.

  • Al Ustad Special Kebab

    $

    Iranian · Bur Dubai

    Polaroid-walled 1978 institution — order the special chelo kebab.

  • Ravi Restaurant

    $

    Pakistani · Satwa

    24-hour curry house — late-night nihari and butter chicken legend.

  • Pierchic

    $$$$

    Seafood · Madinat Jumeirah

    Over-water pavilion with Burj Al Arab framed in the window.

Frequently asked

  • Standouts right now: Jumeirah Beach & La Mer, Desert Safari (Dune Bashing). The shortlist is curated by people who live in Dubai and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.

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