Dubai Tourist Cards

What to see and do in Dubai? The question is almost superfluous, as Dubai is a melting pot of cultures and modernity with possibilities as vast as the imagination. From climbing the Burj Khalifa, visiting dream beaches and movie-themed theme parks to its network of galleries, museums and skyscrapers, this city offers something for everyone. To make the most of your visit, tourist cards are a smart option.

In this city, tourist passes are offered by Go City Dubai and Dubai Pass. Both allow you to access a wide range of attractions, from iconic landmarks to exclusive activities, all at a reduced price. In this article, you will find an updated guide to Dubai tourist cards with prices, advantages, disadvantages, how to buy and tips to help you choose the best option for you.

Go City Dubai is one of the most comprehensive and flexible cards for visiting the city, designed for those looking to explore as many attractions as possible or enjoy a personalised selection. It offers two options: the All-Inclusive Pass and the Explorer Pass. Each option is designed for different travel styles and budgets, allowing visitors to save money while discovering the best activities in Dubai.

Both passes provide access to a wide variety of experiences, such as the Burj Khalifa climb, desert safaris, tickets to the best water parks and much more. Whether your goal is to see the highlights of Dubai in a short time or enjoy a more relaxed experience, Go City Dubai fits your itinerary. These passes are flexible. The trick is to consider your priority: do you prefer more attractions or more time? The answer will tell you which of the two passes is right for you.

How it works

Go City Dubai is simple: choose one of the two available passes (All-Inclusive or Explorer), decide how many days or attractions you want to include. Then purchase your tourist voucher and finally present your digital pass at the entrances to the selected attractions. Depending on the type of pass, you can access an unlimited number of activities, or a select number, within a specific validity period.

What's included

The card offers access to more than 70 attractions and activities, the most popular being:

• Entrance to Dubai's best theme parks and a variety of water parks, including LEGOLAND, Atlantis Aquaventure The Palm and Dubai Parks and Resorts.
• Dinner cruise experiences and Emirati cuisine dining experiences.
• Excursions to Ferrari World from Dubai.
• Desert safaris.
• Cruises around the marina and other areas of the Emirates, such as Musandam Dibba.
• Tickets for the tourist bus, one of the best ways to get around Dubai.
• Entrance to the At the Top terrace of the Burj Khalifa.
• Guided city tours and much more.

Details of interest

• Recommended if: you are looking for a complete, unlimited experience with access to practically all of Dubai's attractions.
• Duration: valid for 1 to 10 consecutive days if you choose the unlimited option. If you choose the explorer option, it is valid for 60 days.
• Price: from £188 per person, depending on the type and duration.
• How much you save: savings of up to 50% compared to buying tickets individually.
• Pros: flexibility to choose attractions, significant savings on attraction costs.
• Cons: you need to plan your itinerary well to maximise savings and use of the pass.

This pass allows unlimited access to 72 attractions during a set period. It is ideal for those who want to squeeze every second out of their visit. It gives you the freedom to enjoy whatever you want without worrying about individual costs.

Important details

• Recommended if: you want to see as much as possible in a few days, because the unlimited number of attractions offers flexibility. Ideal for those who want to discover Dubai in 3 days or more.
• Duration: valid for 1, 2, 3, 5, 7 or 10 consecutive days.
• Price: from £268 per person.
• How much you save: up to 50% if you visit multiple attractions each day.
• Pros: unlimited access to all attractions, experiences, cruises and tours during the selected number of days.
• Cons: to get the most out of it, you need to make the most of each day. A well-defined itinerary will be key.

As with the Go City Dubai All-Inclusive Pass, the range of attractions, tours, excursions and experiences brings together more than 70 options, although with your Explorer Pass, the flexibility of the pass lies in the time you have to enjoy it. This pass is perfect if you prefer to choose from a set number of attractions without being limited by a strict time frame. It is ideal for those who want a more relaxed visit, without rushing, at their own pace.

Details of interest

• Recommended if: you prefer flexibility in the number of attractions you visit. It is ideal if you want to see Dubai in 7 days or less and value quality over quantity.
• Duration: no limit on the number of days. The pass is valid for 60 days from activation, meaning you can purchase this pass today and use it next year.
• Price: from £188 per person, depending on the number of attractions chosen, which can be 3, 4, 5, 7 or 10 options.
• How much you save: you can save up to 40% compared to buying individual tickets.
• Pros: great flexibility and more time to enjoy the selected attractions. This pass offers a lot of flexibility for last-minute plans.
• Cons: the savings are not that significant if you only plan to visit a few attractions.

Dubai Pass

The Dubai Pass is another excellent option for tourists who want to explore the city in an organised and economical way. This card is designed for different travel styles and offers six options, tailored to different types of itineraries and preferences. Each one covers a wide range of activities, from visits to iconic monuments to theme parks, and allows you to save on Dubai's main attractions.

The Dubai Pass can be purchased in Unlimited, Flexible, Theme Parks, Select, or Stopover versions, each with its own unique features. This allows you to tailor your experience in the city according to how long you plan to stay or the activities that interest you most.

How it works

Like the Go City Pass, the Dubai Pass is completely digital. Choose one of the available options, purchase the pass, and present the QR code at the included attractions. Depending on the option, you can visit all the attractions you want or a specific number of them within a period of validity.

What's included

The Dubai Pass offers access to more than 40 attractions, including theme parks, museums, desert safaris and unique experiences such as a visit to the Burj Khalifa and admission to the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo.

Important details

• Recommended if: you are looking for almost personalised solutions with flexible and easy options to enjoy Dubai.
• Duration: varies between 1 and 7 days, depending on the pass selected.
• Price: from £105 upwards, depending on the type and duration chosen.
• How much you save: up to 60% compared to buying tickets individually.
• Pros: flexibility is the keyword for these passes, thanks to the possibility of choosing attractions and options tailored to different itineraries, interests and tastes.
• Cons: some options have more restrictions on the number of attractions.

This pass is the most comprehensive option, as it gives you access to all the attractions available in the Dubai Pass catalogue.

Explore Dubai at night with the canal cruise or the Dubai Creek night tour, sip a cocktail 40 metres above the ground at the Flying Cup, take the kids to LEGOLAND, Wild Wadi Waterpark or MOTIONGATE, visit the Real Madrid World museum, hop on the best sightseeing buses in Dubai, sign up for a guided tour and visit some of Dubai's 5 iconic neighbourhoods and more, over a period of 3 or 5 days, depending on the plan you choose.

Details of interest

Recommended if:

• Recommended if: you plan to visit a large number of attractions in a short period of time and want unlimited access to them.
• Duration: 3 or 5 days.
• Price: from £360 per person.
• How much you save: up to 50% if you make the most of the pass.
• Pros: unlimited access to all included attractions. The pass is valid for 2 years from the date of purchase; during that period, you can activate it whenever you like.
• Cons: the initial cost may be excessive if you don't plan to visit many attractions.

If you have limited time and prefer a more relaxed option, the Flexible Dubai Pass allows you to choose 3, 5 or 7 activities from the 40 attractions in the Dubai Pass catalogue, including some of Dubai's best food tours, adventure and nature activities in the area, IMG Worlds of Adventure, entry to the Burj Khalifa, tickets to zoos and aquariums, and more for the duration of your pass.

Important details

Details of interest

• Recommended if: you want flexibility in terms of what to visit.
• Duration: available for 7 calendar days from the moment of activation.
• Price: from £171 per person.
• How much you save: up to 40%, depending on the attractions visited. With just 5 days in Dubai using this voucher, you can save the indicated percentage.
• Pros: flexibility in choosing days and attractions.
• Cons: savings may be lower if not planned well. This tourist pass expires 7 calendar days after activation.

This pass is designed for lovers of water parks and the best theme parks in Dubai. For 5 days, you can enjoy your top 3 at a reduced price. Choose from:

Water parks (PA):

• Atlantis Aquaventure
• LEGOLAND® Water Park
• Wild Wadi Waterpark

Theme parks (TP):

• IMG Worlds of Adventure
• MOTIONGATE™ Dubai
• LEGOLAND® Dubai
• Real Madrid World

You can combine 2 water parks + 1 theme park or 1 water park + 2 theme parks, the choice is yours.

Important details

• Recommended if: you are a fan of theme parks and want to visit them without spending too much.
• Duration: 5 calendar days from the moment of activation.
• Price: from £190 per person.
• How much you save: up to 35% compared to buying individual tickets.
• Pros: you can enter the best parks in the city with the confidence of having got the best price. What's more, you have enough time to enjoy them and fit in other activities during the 5 days the pass is valid. A great plan to add to your list of things to do with children in Dubai.
• Cons: limited to theme parks and water parks only.

If you already know which attractions you want to visit, this pass allows you to select a certain number of sites at a reduced price. This plan offers you 3 activity pools and you can choose one from each. What activities do these activity pools include?

Pool 1

• Desert safari with dinner
• iFly Dubai
• Marina cruises
• Real Madrid World
• Legoland
• Legoland Waterpark
• Wild Wadi Waterpark™
• MOTIONGATE
• Ski Dubai
• TEPfactor
• La Perle by Dragone
• Speedboat tour with sea camel

Pool2

• Tour of modern Dubai
• Splash Tours
• Hop On Hop Off tourist bus
• The view at The Palm
• Sunset tour of Dubai Creek Harbour
• Kayak tour of Palm Jumeirah
• DAUZ - Water nursery
• Ekart Zabeel
• Dhow cruise around the harbour
• Tickets for Burj Khalifa At the Top

Pool3

• Dubai Dolphinarium
• Dubai Fountain Lake Ride
• Dubai Fountain Boardwalk
• Dubai Frame
• Flying Cup
• kitmytrip Wi-Fi Rental
• Green Planet
• Traditional guided tour of Dubai
• The Lost Chambers Aquarium at Atlantis
• Sky Views Observatory
• Dubai Mall Ice Rink

Details of interest

• Recommended if: you have a clear list of priorities in terms of activities to see or enjoy in Dubai.
• Duration: 7 calendar days from the moment of activation.
• Price: from £141 per person.
• How much you save: up to 50%.
• Pros: greater flexibility in planning and duration of the visit.
• Cons: the selection of activities is limited.

Dubai Tourist Bus

Designed for travellers in transit or on very short stays, this pass allows you to access 2, 3 or 4 activities from a pool of 9 possibilities, including some of the city's main attractions, at an affordable price. What activities can you choose from? The following:

• Dubai Tourist Bus
• Dubai Fountain Lake Ride
• Burj Khalifa At the Top
• Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo
• Dubai Frame
• The view at The Palm
• kitmytrip Wi-Fi Rental
• The Lost Chambers Aquarium at Atlantis
• Dhow cruise around the harbour

Details of interest

• Recommended if: you are stopping over in Dubai and want to make the most of your time to see the highlights.
• Duration: 36 hours.
• Price: from £95 per person.
• How much you save: up to 50%, depending on the attractions selected.
• Pros: perfect for travellers with limited time. This type of pass allows you to explore Dubai to the fullest in 1. 5 days.
• Cons: limited number of attractions.

• Plan ahead: make a list of the attractions you want to visit and calculate how much time you will need for each one. On the other hand, there are attractions such as cruises that require reservations, so it is best to plan your itinerary in advance.
• Compare prices: in the previous section, I provided a comparison of the passes. Now I invite you to compare the prices with individual tickets, especially if your trip is for a couple of days or you are only interested in seeing a couple of attractions. The savings with these passes come from taking advantage of the greater number of activities.
• Purchase online: cards often have discounts if purchased online.
• Check the cancellation policies: some cards allow changes or refunds if your plans are affected by unforeseen circumstances; however, it is good to be sure.
• Arrive early at attractions: your time is as valuable as everyone else's. By arriving early, you'll avoid queues, make the most of your day and ensure that your itinerary goes according to plan.