< PreviousFab things to do 20 September 2022 timeoutdubai.com Atlantis The Palm’s famous aquarium so you can watch the sh, while, erhm, eating sh. O Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah (04 426 2626). 58 LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL AT SUSHISAMBA An open kitchen, complete with a sushi counter, robata grill and Tsukiji market, plates up a selection of Japanese-Brazilian-Peruvian dishes. SushiSamba also serves up epic views from its 51st- oor location in the Palm Tower. O Open Sun-Wed, 6pm-2am. Thu-Sat, 6pm-3am. Level 51, St. Regis, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, sushisamba. com/locations/dubai (04 582 1555). 59 SEE CULINARY THEATRICS AT CARNIVAL BY TRÈSIND With innovative dishes and eclectic déco, the sense of playfulness at this cool spot extends to the food, while mixologists produce drinks with a heavy slice of theatrics. O Burj Daman Building, DIFC (052 242 4262). 60 HAVE SUNDOWNERS IN THE WORLD’S TALLEST BUILDING Shoot your way up to the 122nd oor of Burj Khalifa and enjoy afternoon tea, dinner or sundowners and snacks with a view at At.mosphere. O Atmosphere, Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai, www. atmosphereburjkhalifa.com (04 888 3828). 61 TAKE A BEACH CLUB CRAWL AT PALM WEST BEACH Beach club fans need look no further. Whether you want total glamour and super cool vibes – hello SAN Beach – fun and irty February 30 or the more chilled out Senor Pico, 53ENJOY DUBAI’S BEST BUFFET BRUNCH What better way to experience brunch culture than at the best? Bubbalicious is our Best Buffet Brunch and a must-try, especially if you love a seafood spread and a bit of a party. O The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Al Sufouh (04 511 7373). 54FEAST ON DUBAI’S BEST THAI FOOD AT CAFÉ ISAN With two branches of this charming Thai eatery in JLT, and one soon to come in JVC, Café Isan celebrates the Thai holiday spirit right here in Dubai, and is a total bargain too. O Licensed. Armada Avenue Hotel, Cluster P, JLT, cafeisan.co (058 529 1003). 55FEEL FANCY WITH A SUPER SPARKLY AFTERNOON TEA Bijou Patisserie’s afternoon tea arrives in a jewellery box, ready to be unlocked with a special key. One to open and enjoy. O So tel The Obelisk, Wa , Sheikh Rashid Road, so tel- dubai-theobelisk.com (04 281 4111). 56 GET A HEAD FOR HEIGHTS WITH DINNER IN THE SKY AT JBR Prepare to be strapped into a bucket chain and dine 50m high above JBR. Gulp. O From Dhs499. Skydive Dubai, Dubai Marina (050 925 6341). 57 HAVE DINNER UNDERWATER IN DUBAI Well, not literally, but it’s as close as you’ll get. Ossiano has tables looking out into TO DXB_409_10-26 100 Best things to do_12593740.indd 2026/08/2022 10:27:44 AMFab things to do timeoutdubai.com September 2022 21 there’s a beach club for everyone at Palm West Beach. Try them all, or collapse on the rst lounger you see. Either way, you won’t go wrong. O palmwestbeach.ae 62 TRY A PROPER MIDDLE EASTERN SHAWARMA There’s no debating that shawarma is the most iconic dish in Dubai. Visit Al Beiruti, our Best Lebanese Restaurant of 2022, for the top one. O Unlicensed. Umm Al Sheif, Sheikh Zayed Road, albeiruti.com (04 320 0043). 63 TAKE AFTERNOON TEA ON THE QE2 Head to this regal vessel for sandwiches, scones and a touch of nostalgia. O Served Thu-Sat, 3pm-5pm. QE2, Mina Rashid, qe2.com (04 526 8888). 67 GO BOWLING IN THE WORLD’S HIGHEST BOWLING ALLEY Every bone in our body knows that there is absolutely no bene t to a bowling alley being so high up. It is EXACTLY the same as a bowling alley on ground level, but we can’t help wanting to head to Dubai’s The 44 bar for a bit of sport. This is just cooler. The same goes for the pool tables, dart boards, pinball machine and screens showing live sport. O Open Sat-Thu, noon-2am; Fri, 11am-2am. The 44, Hilton Dubai, Al Habtoor City, (054 581 1758). 68 LISTEN TO LIVE MUSIC AT Q’S BAR & LOUNGE As far as we’re concerned there’s absolutely nothing to stop you falling head over heels in love with this utterly charming jazz bar in Dubai’s Palazzo Versace hotel, that needs to be viewed as up there with the world’s very best. And what else would you expect, what with Q’s Bar & Lounge being the rst live music bar opened by the legendary composer, producer, and artist that is Quincy Jones? O Show times vary. Open Tue-Sat 7pm-2am. Palazzo Versace Dubai, Al Jaddaf (04 556 8865). 69 LIVE SETS AND SUNDOWNERS To turn the volume up on the good times then Soho Garden Palm Jumeirah is just the ticket. This happening hangout sits at the rooftop of Nakheel Mall and serves views of the Palm and beyond. It hosts an exciting array of nightlife offerings, including sundowners, live music and DJ sets. There’s also Soho Garden Meydan servicing the downtown Dubai crowd. O Open 5pm-3am daily. Nakheel Mall Palm Jumeirah, Rooftop West, sohogardendxb.com (054 233 5555). 64 WATCH THE WORLD’S LARGEST FOUNTAIN WHILE DINING AT CHUAN Don’t miss The Palm Fountain at The Pointe, which claimed a Guinness World Record for the world’s largest fountain when it opened. It runs every night from 7pm, so book into this authentic Chinese restaurant while you’re there. O The Pointe, Palm Jumeirah Dubai (04 564 3888). NIGHTLIFE 65 CHECK OUT A LADIES’ NIGHT IN DUBAI AT STK JBR Yes, ladies’ nights are a huge thing in Dubai. Every night of the week, there are bars across the city serving up free drinks and bargain dinner deals for the fairer gender. STK Dubai is a happening steakhouse in JBR that’s is part dining room, part party and its ladies’ night remains one of the best in town. O Free. Tue 7pm-1am. Rixos Premium Dubai, The Walk, JBR (04 323 0061). 66 FIND A TASTE OF IRELAND ONE OF DUBAI’S BEST PUBS THE IRISH VILLAGE A Dubai institution, going strong for more than two decades, The Irish Village and its enduring presence continues to charm hordes of expats every week. The Irish Village’s large garden and homely feel make it a wonderfully low-key favourite among residents. With regular live music, good food and a great vibe, The Irish Village should be your default pub option. O Open daily 11am-1am. Garhoud (04 282 4750). Wavehouse Dubai Ossiano TO DXB_409_10-26 100 Best things to do_12593740.indd 2126/08/2022 10:27:59 AMFab things to do 22 September 2022 timeoutdubai.com 70 SIP SUNSET DRINKS AT THE PENTHOUSE The Penthouse at FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai is one of the best bars in town. Big DJ nights every Thursday ease into a chilled-out Saturday ladies’ day poolside brunch. The Penthouse’s bar food is excellent and there’s a fantastic ladies’ night on a Tuesday when you’ll get three free drinks. But it’s all about those visitor-friendly views at this rooftop bar. Go, now. O Open Sat-Wed 4pm-3am, Thu-Fri 4pm-4am. FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai (052 900 4868). 71 SUNBATHE AND PARTY ON THE BEACH AT NIKKI BEACH Book a cabana or day bed at the best beach club in Dubai, Nikki Beach, (we gave it a trophy and everything) and you’re making a promise to yourselves: ‘We’re having a great time and we don’t care who knows it’. You’ll be joined by Dubai’s glamour set at the sleek, shiny and world-famous import. There’s also a top party brunch every Saturday, too. There are super views out to sea at this beach club too, making for a romantic backdrop for sundowners at Caribbean restaurant Key West, just a short jaunt up the sands. O Open daily, 11am-8pm. Nikki Beach Dubai, Dubai Pearl, Pearl Jumeirah, nikkibeach.com (04 376 6162). OFF THE BEATEN TRACK – OUTDOORS AND MORE 72 ADMIRE THE WILDLIFE AT RAS AL KHOR SANCTUARY You can see a different side to Dubai at Ras Al Khor’s 6.2sq km sanctuary. Best known for being home to amingos, you can also spy herons, cormorants, sandpipers, osprey and much more. Bring the binoculars. O Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, Ras Al Khor, rasalkhorwildlife.ae (800900). 73 DISCOVER INDIAN STREET FOOD IN KARAMA This bustling area of the city is a haven for authentic street eats. One of the top picks is O’Pao for its innovative sliders – don’t miss the O’Pao cheese burst version. O Karama, www.opaodxb.com. Nikki Beach Ras Al Khor TO DXB_409_10-26 100 Best things to do_12593740.indd 2225/08/2022 12:28:39 PMFab things to do timeoutdubai.com September 2022 23 74 DIG INTO SEAFOOD FROM THE TABLE AT DAMPA SEAFOOD GRILL The concept is simple – you’ll get a load of food dumped straight on your table and you attack it with your hands. Dig into buckets of fresh seafood tossed in delicious spices at this budget spot in Deira, Time Out’s Best Budget Restaurant 2022. O Deira (04 299 0884). 75 GET NEW THREADS MADE IN SATWA Have a dress you love that you want in another colour? Need a suit for a wedding? Head to Satwa for any number of tailors who can create exactly what you want. You’ll be the envy of friends back home. O Satwa. 76 HAVE AN ADVENTURE IN HATTA Beyond the desert and into the mountains lay memorable experiences for adventurous types. Whether it is in the shape of a 350m zip- line adrenaline ride, kayak in the serene waters of Hatta, side-by-side horse riding 79 HORSE RIDE IN THE DESERT There are few things more adventurous than riding through the desert. Trot, walk or gallop, depending on your skills, and enjoy the amazing scenery. Giddy up. O Bab Al Shams, Al Qudra, www.babalshams.com. 80 PICNIC AT SECRET BEACH Pack up your cool box, make the sandwiches, throw a blanket in the car and gather the gang for a perfect picnic. This secluded beach is an ideal place to get away from it all and enjoy the winter sun. O Al Sufouh. 81 SAND BOARD ON THE DUNES Ready for some exercise? Give this super-cool sport that’s like snowboarding on the sand a whirl. The red dunes are where the gnarliest action can be found. Yes, we did use the word ‘gnarliest’. O oscarknighttours.com. 82 PADDLE A KAYAK ON THE PALM Is it arm day? Skip the gym and hop into a kayak for some fun on the water. And if you head to this swish beachside spot on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah we’d suggest grabbing lunch at The Beach House, too. O Open daily. Call for timings. Anantara Palm The Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, anantara.com (04 5678888). 83 SEE THE DESERT FROM A HOT AIR BALLOON Fancy taking to the skies? For a bucket list adventure, book this. Balloon Adventures Dubai runs morning excursions where you’ll oat serenely over the desert – 4,000m above the ground. Depending on your head for heights, this may or may not be terrifying, but it’s sure to be exhilarating. Pick up from 4am across Dubai. balloon-adventures.com 84 SEE STUNNING STREET ART ON 18B STREET Back in 2016, practically overnight and without any social media hype, many of the area’s longstanding and traditional buildings were given a fresh and colourful new coat of paint. Epic murals line the buildings, with colossal sharks, falcons, lions and even guitars taking a starring role. O 18B Street, Karama. excursions or hiking and mountain bike treks this really is a hub for adventurous types. Book yourself one of the 13 shiny metal American-style airstream trailers at Hatta Sedr Trailers Resort, too. O Hatta Wadi Hub, Hatta, visithatta.com (800 637227). 77LEARN TO DIVE AT A AL BOOM DUBAI Always wanted to learn to dive? You can do that right here in Dubai. PADI dive training teaches the importance of diving in pairs and will get you ready to explore the open water. Watch out for cool looking sh. O Al Boom Dubai, Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah 1, alboomdiving.com, (04 3422993). 78 HAVE A ROMANTIC STROLL AT DUBAI LOVE LAKES This has romance written all over it, so cynics you might want to skip this one. These two intertwined heart-shaped manmade lakes set up near Al Qudra Lakes are hugely popular. The site even has trees planted that spell out the word “love”. O Al Qudra TO DXB_409_10-26 100 Best things to do_12593740.indd 2325/08/2022 12:28:46 PMFab things to do 24 September 2022 timeoutdubai.com 89 PLAY GOLF ON A CHAMPIONSHIP COURSE Following in the footsteps of greatness is as close to sporting excellence many of us will ever get. So, the opportunity to play on the same course as the world’s greatest golfers is enough to make amateur players to reach for the balls and get their niblick out. The Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates is one of several championship courses in Dubai to try. There’s also a fab clubhouse with several eateries to check out, including one of Dubai’s favourite Italians, Bussola. O Call for tee times. Jumeirah Golf Estates, Green Community, www.dubaigolf.com (04 818 2000). 90 PLAY A ROUND OF NIGHT GOLF AT EMIRATES GOLF CLUB Who wants to stroll around a golf course during the day anyway? If you’ve always felt like the way to improve a round is to play under oodlights, we have good news for you, as several courses in the UAE offer the option to play at night. During the summer it’s especially handy, as it’s pretty much unbearable out there in soaring temperatures and humidity. But it also means that those of us with nine to ve jobs can get out on the course during the week without a ludicrously early start or taking the day off. It kind of feels more acceptable to head to the 19th hole at 8pm as well. O Prices and times vary. Emirates Golf Club, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai (04 417 9842). 91 PRACTISE FULL MOON YOGA AT TALISE MADINAT The full moon yoga at Talise Madinat at Dubai’s famous Jumeirah Al Qasr hotel takes place on the beach so you can lose yourself to the sound of gentle waves along with smooth classical music. There’s also a stunning view of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah. The yoga guru will guide you through an hour of yoga intended to unite your body and mind and take you on a journey of self-discovery. At best you’ll learn you have secret inner powers, at worst, you’ll have a nice chill out and stretch by the water’s edge. There are few experiences as serene as this. O Dates and prices vary. Jumeirah Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim (04 366 6818). 92 RELAX WITH A COUPLES’ MASSAGE AT AMARA SPA This is the ultimate couples’ package to get you and your fella/lady in tip-top condition. The experience at Park Hyatt Dubai’s Amara Spa kicks off with a rose petal hand and foot ritual in the privacy of a lavish garden. From there you’ll be scrubbed down with coffee and cardamom before being rolled up in a sandalwood and rosewater body wrap to silken your skin. After that you’ll be given a nice oily massage and a Thai body stretch to loosen to up a bit before an aromatic facial to polish it all off. O Park Hyatt Dubai, Deira (04 602 1660). 85 TRY DUNE BUGGYING Motorbikes, quad bikes and, our favourite, buggies can be hired for those that want to try out riding over for themselves. Harder than it looks to master, but easier than you may think to learn, it’s a far cry from a gentle camel ride. Once you’ve got the knack, you’ll want to go again and again. O MX Dubai, Al Ain Road, near Skydive Dubai, mxdubai.com (055 262 2707). SPA, SPORTS AND WELLBEING 86 CHILL OUT AT THE SNOW ROOM AT JUMEIRAH ZABEEL SARAY TALISE OTTOMAN SPA We’re dreaming of a white… room full of snow. If you’re missing out on waking up to a windowsill lled with icy akes of joy, rather than beaming sun, The Talise Ottoman Spa at Dubai’s Jumeirah Zabeel Saray on Palm Jumeirah has got you covered. The room is bene cial for pain receptors as well as relaxing and brightening your mood, plus it’s always a fun novelty to see snow in a desert climate. O Prices vary. Open daily 10am-9.30pm. Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, Palm Jumeirah (04 453 0000). 87 JET SKI AT JBR Some like to oat leisurely in the sea, others like to race around it on super sleek jet skis. Try it out down at JBR Beach and explore the stretch of sea between JBR and the Palm while you’re at it. See if you can recreate the ‘100’ of this month’s cover as you leave others in your wake. O From Dhs450 for 20 minutes. Sky & Sea Adventure Dubai. watersportsdubai.com. 88 GO CYCLING AT AL QUDRA CYCLE TRACK Drive out past Dubai’s Arabian Ranches and you’ll see a cycling path running alongside the road to your left. Al Qudra cycling track is 86km with a 50km loop, that will put your biking (and endurance) skills to the test. You can rent a bike, helmet and lights at Trek UAE, and there’s a Last Exit food truck park for a pit stop. Access to the bike track is free, and you’ll enjoy views of the desert dunes (watch out for gazelles). All levels are welcome, but expect to spend up to three hours completing the track, which is most popular on weekend mornings. O Free. Al Qudra Road. TO DXB_409_10-26 100 Best things to do_12593740.indd 2425/08/2022 12:28:51 PMFab things to do timeoutdubai.com September 2022 25 93 SWING OVER TO TOPGOLF It is no secret that Dubai loves its golf. Whether you are a self-appointed pro or a bang- average beginner, TopGolf is a super-fun place for all. With 90 climate- controlled hitting bays in a huge three-storey site, there’s more golf than you can swing a club at. The licensed venue also serves up a selection of food and beverages to graze on. Be it with friends, family or colleagues, partaking in some driving range antics is guaranteed to bring you together. O Prices vary. Open Mon-Thu, 10am-1am. Fri, 10am- 2am. Sat, 9am-1am. Sun, 9am-1am. Emirates Golf Club, Sheikh Zayed Road, www.topgolfdubai.ae (04 371 9999). 94 TAKE IN VIEWS OF THE PALM FROM THE WORLD’S HIGHEST INFINITY POOL For one of Dubai’s ultimate pool days, look no further than AURA Skypool. There are three options available: a morning session to set your day up in the best possible way, an evening session to take in all those incredible sunset hues and an all-day session so you can enjoy both. There are some tasty Pan-Asian dishes on offer to graze on over the truly epic views. What’s more, you are guaranteed poolside snaps that your Instagram pro le will thank you for. O From Dhs200 (morning session. From Dhs225 (evening session). From Dhs425 (all-day session). Open 7am-10pm daily. Nakheel Palm Tower, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, auraskypool.com. 95 TREAT YOURSELF IN GUERLAIN SPA Treating yourself doesn’t just mean a block of chocolate and a sit down, it means allowing yourself the occasional indulgence. Especially in Dubai. Try a luxurious signature treatment at the gorgeous One&Only The Palm’s Guerlain Spa, with just silky milk scrubs, personalised massages, scented baths, purifying wraps and relaxation areas for quality chill time after your pampering. O Guerlain Spa, One&Only The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, oneandonlyresorts.com (04 440 1040). FAMILY ACTIVITIES 96 BOUNCE AROUND AT BOUNCE X PARK Bounce Dubai’s X Park is a brilliant way to nd your inner Spider Man and jump around its many obstacles and pipes to work up a sweat, from its spider wall to its climbing Topgolf TO DXB_409_10-26 100 Best things to do_12593740.indd 2525/08/2022 12:28:57 PMFab things to do 26 September 2022 timeoutdubai.com wall. Kids can unleash all their pent up energy in this parkour zone. Plus, billed as one of the most effective exercises you can do, trampolining is a fun, low-impact workout that tones muscles and improves coordination. One of the best places to visit in Dubai for families. O Times vary. Al Quoz, bounce.ae. 97 HAVE FUN AT LEGOLAND The LEGOLAND extravaganza at the city’s Dubai Parks and Resorts has successfully brought LEGO to life with more than 40 rides, shows and attractions on six themed lands crammed with 15,000 LEGO models and more than 60,000 LEGO bricks. Start off at the factory where you’ll get a guided tour and nd out how LEGO bricks are made, before moving onto LEGO City where you can learn to drive an electric car and y a LEGO plane. From there it’s onto the various kingdoms and imagination zones, before taking a turn on some rides at the Adventure zone and exploring Miniland. O Dubai Parks And Resorts, Jebel Ali, Dubai, legoland. com/dubai (04 820 0000). 98 JUMP AROUND LIKE A MANIAC AT AIR MANIAX An indoor aerial assault course with extra added high-tech fanciness to help record the exact moment you face-plant into a crash mat or bounce in to a ball pool. Air Maniax Dubai has different zones for different levels of bounce, zip, crash and wallop. The most fun you will have falling over and jumping in to things in the city. Air Maniax, Al Quoz, www.airmaniax.com (04 348 8981). 99 MAKE A SPLASH AT LEGOLAND WATER PARK DUBAI Aqua fun for the whole family at Dubai’s LEGOLAND Waterpark where the rides are great, the water is cold and the sun always shines. The Joker Soaker kids’ area has the perfect amount of tumbling buckets of water, water shooters and slides, while the lazy river is a great way to chill out and stay cool. O Dubai Parks And Resorts, Jebel Ali, Dubai, www. legoland.com/dubai (04 820 3123). 100 RIDE THE WAVES AT WAVEHOUSE DUBAI Wavehouse brings together live music, gaming, bowling, dining and a wave machine all in one place, which is why it’s our Best Family Restaurant. Whether you’re looking for bowling, drinks or sur ng – it’s here. There’s a four-lane, ten-pin bowling alley and also the LEVELS arcade with more than 50 games including the world’s largest Pac Man. Fancy showing off your sur ng skills? 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