Dubai¡¯s Most Instagrammable Spots
Mind you, they¡¯re fascinating enough for your followers to get snatched over your feed. Let¡¯s dive into some of DXB¡¯s most Instagrammable spots.
If you haven¡¯t added a reel with lo-fi music in the background from your latest travel destination, did it even happen? For a generation that is all about visual aesthetics, getting the perfect backdrop for the next thing in your feed matters a lot while planning travel destinations. You might love taking photographs or getting clicked, either way, Dubai offers a plethora of spots that will make you stop in your tracks and pose. Mind you, they¡¯re fascinating enough for your followers to get snatched over your feed. Let¡¯s dive into some of DXB¡¯s most Instagrammable spots.
1. Abra crossing at Dubai Creek
When you speak to the city¡¯s locals, it is often said that the Dubai Creek resembles an image of a lost Arabian world. It is engulfed with heritage buildings, lanes, old markets, traditional houses, museums, old minarets and souks from both sides. Now picture yourself entering the old Dubai in traditional ferries called ¡®Abras¡¯ - that too, for just 1 AED. Experience the old city from the waters and get some brilliant shots of a side of Dubai that¡¯s less explored.
2. Camel ride in the desert
Your trip to Dubai is incomplete without experiencing the mighty dunes. And riding a camel on the outskirts of Dubai allows you to witness the collision of nature and traditions. Witness the sky shift through an ever-evolving palette of colours while you ride the camel during sunrise or sunset. To make the experience even more magical, you can choose an excursion that introduces you to traditional delights with a bedouin set-up, Arabic food and coffee. If you¡¯re looking for something a bit more adventurous, you can always add thrilling activities like dune bashing, quad biking and sandboarding to your itinerary, followed by BBQ at a traditional bedouin camp. Rest assured, the Dubai desert will leave you with an experience you will always remember and a photo op that¡¯ll last for a lifetime.
3. Nightjar Cafe, Alserkal Avenue
An industrial space converted into a cultural district, Alserkal Avenue is home to some of the finest art galleries, cafes, homegrown brands, independent cinema theatres, community spaces and much more. While strolling through Alserkal Avenue, make sure to pay a visit to the Nightjar Cafe for a cute cafe photo-op. You¡¯re not only guaranteed an outstanding cup of tap coffee brewed freshly on-site, cold brews, scrumptious food and delectable desserts. Hold your cuppa against their fairy-lit exteriors or graffitied interiors, and viola, you have your next ¡®aesthetic corner¡¯ image ready.
4. Al Seef, Old Dubai
If you¡¯re looking for a glimpse into Dubai¡¯s hospitable Emirati culture, take a cultural walking tour starting from Al Fahidi neighbourhood and ending at Al Seef¡¯s charming walkways. Shop from the myriad of options available at Al Seef, and dine at the boulevard with a spectacular view of the creek. Immerse yourself in the old architecture and the contemporary structures and enjoy the whole walking experience of the neighbourhood. Also, ICYMI, this is the place where you will spot the rustic and Instagrammable Starbucks, right by the waters.
5. Butterfly Garden
Located right next to Dubai Miracle Garden, this one is a hidden gem and is known for being the world¡¯s largest covered butterfly garden. It consists of custom-built domes with over 15,000 butterflies in various colours and sizes. Now, imagine the play of colour, vibrancy and lush greenery around you, while you¡¯re strolling through their gorgeous gardens - sounds like the perfect place for making your next larger-than-life reel, doesn¡¯t it? It¡¯s also perfect for a playdate with children, or to reignite childlike curiosities, as they have a dedicated educational area to know more about the butterflies.
6. Dubai Frame
Get a unique perspective of Dubai¡¯s past, present and future from this iconic 150-metre-tall frame. This metaphorical bridge withholds panoramic views of the city that will leave you in awe. On one side, you can peer into the Emirate¡¯s rich cultural heritage in Old Dubai, while on the other, you get a clear vision of Dubai¡¯s spectacular present. What makes it even more gramworthy is the picturesque sunset view that you get from the top and the skyline of Dubai visible from the glass walkway. Just the right place to enjoy the stunning views while sipping coffee 150 metres above ground level!
7. Kite Beach
Easily Dubai¡¯s most loved beach, this 14 kilometres of pristine white sands is popular for lazing around, watching gorgeous sunsets, kayaking and kitesurfing, and also offers a jogging track, stand-up paddle-boarding and wakeboarding - as well as dedicated courts if you just want to play a game of volleyball with your folks. You can also find some casual bites to eat right off the shore at the shops and food trucks. Don¡¯t miss your chance to relish tasty sliders and a lotus shake at the ever-popular SALT outlet. Moreover, wouldn¡¯t you love to swim at the beach at night on one of those warm Dubai evenings? Kite Beach allows swimming from sunrise to sunset and beyond, while providing majestic views of the Burj Al Arab on the far horizon, giving you plenty of opportunities to click some phenomenal pictures.
8. Dubai Design District
Popularly known as D3, it¡¯s home to people and businesses who put creativity at the heart of everything. Explore modern design aesthetics in every corner of D3 along with some tremendously designed restaurants, cafes and pop-ups with eye-catching setups and gram-worthy presentations. D3 is known for hosting stellar art installations throughout the year that are perfect for posing next to, or just observing introspectively. Don¡¯t miss out on visiting Block Park, which is the country¡¯s first urban beach park located on the D3 waterfront consisting of courts, parks, outdoor seating and entertainment areas.
