7 of the best · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Parks, Beaches and Wild Places in Dubai
Flamingos at Ras Al Khor, Kite Beach, city parks and the desert lakes of Al Qudra.
Our 7 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
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Insiders' picks
Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love Dubai.
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Flamingo Hide
Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
Flamingos on the wetlands at the head of the Creek, seen from Dubai Municipality’s hides.
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Kites and Burj Al Arab views
Kite Beach
A long public beach with kitesurfers and a view of Burj Al Arab.
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Parks & nature 4
Green space and wildlife.
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Flamingo Hide
Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
Flamingos on the wetlands at the head of the Creek, seen from Dubai Municipality’s hides.
Beaches 2
Public beaches.
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Kites and Burj Al Arab views
Kite Beach
A long public beach with kitesurfers and a view of Burj Al Arab.
Desert 1
Lakes and dunes.
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Open 24 hours
Al Qudra Lakes and Love Lake
Lakes in the desert south of the city, including the heart-shaped Love Lake.
