How to save money in Dubai

Dubai is the epicenter of luxury in the Middle East and the most expensive city in the United Arab Emirates. Discover how to save money and not break the bank during your visit.

Book the flight and accommodation in advance

The first step in saving money in Dubai is to book the hotel and flight as far in advance as possible. With our cheap hotel search, you will find accommodation in Dubai at the guaranteed best price and with the best discounts. Also, most hotels allow cancellation up until the day before arrival and payment is made directly on arrival.

Tourist cards

The best way to save money when sightseeing in Dubai is to purchase one of the city's tourist cards, which include discounts, fast-track access, and free admission to Dubai's main attractions.

These are the two tourist cards of Dubai:

Dubai Explorer Pass

The Dubai Explorer Pass gives you entry to 3, 4, 5 or 7 attractions and theme parks in Dubai. Design your own itinerary and save up to 55%.
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Go Dubai Card

The Go Dubai Card gives you free entry to 37 attractions in the city for a period of 2, 3, 4, 5, or 7 days. A great way to save money on your trip.
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Transport

Distances are an important consideration in Dubai, and when making a journey, it's useful to know the tricks to save money on transportation. The city offers a top-up card to easily use all the public transport in Dubai: