Is Dubai expensive to visit as a tourist?

Visiting Dubai can be as expensive or as cheap as you want and so much depends on your choices. In general, prices in Dubai are comparable to other major cities in the world. Accommodation and tours can be quite expensive, but there is so much choice that you can make it more budget-friendly if you wish.



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Dubai is as expensive as other major cities in the world, such as New York, London, and Paris. The difference is while in these three cities, there are several free things to do and you can simply walk around sightseeing, Dubai isn't a walkable city and, basically, you have to pay to visit all the tourist attractions.

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Here are some general estimates: Family: For a family of four (2 adults and 2 children), a 5-day trip to Dubai can cost between $4,000 to $8,000 USD, depending on accommodation, transportation, food, and activities.

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You should plan to spend around AED911 ($248) per day on your vacation in Dubai, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, AED204 ($56) on meals for one day and AED47 ($13) on local transportation.

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Alcohol prices are notoriously high in Dubai, with pints costing around 45 AED (€11) in many hotel bars.

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The budget a person must have to visit Dubai for a week can vary significantly depending on several factors, such as the type of accommodation, mode of transportation and meals. Generally, a budget of around 1000 USD per person should suffice for a week's stay in Dubai.

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* Economy - the Dubai hotel economy was ravaged before COVID, with their worst numbers on record for occupancy and revenue, primarily due to oversupply. So hotels can't fill their rooms and can't get their target prices, so some will be desperate and do crazy things or pay for sponsored listings with OTA etc.

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The cost of dining at a high-end restaurant in Dubai can vary greatly depending on the type of cuisine, location, and the dishes you order. On average, a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range to high-end restaurant in Dubai can cost anywhere between 250 AED to 1000 AED ($68 to $272 USD).

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Breakfast costs in Dubai On average, a breakfast for one person at a mid-range restaurant in Dubai can cost between AED 30 and AED 60, which is about USD 8 to USD 16. Breakfast for two at a high-end restaurant can cost between AED 200 and AED 300, which is about USD 54 to USD 81.

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How much is a glass of red wine in Dubai? Glasses of house wine, whether you prefer red, white or rose, now all start at Dhs35, while you can buy a bottle for a very reasonable Dhs140.

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Dubai is regularly named as one of the most expensive cities in the world, but the famously over-the-top emirate is also a top spot for foodies on a budget. The city has a thriving international dining scene, thanks to its large multicultural population, and top-notch cuisine can be sampled at affordable prices.

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