Dubai is the ultimate destination for both luxurious date nights and laid-back evenings with your special someone. Whether you’re in the mood for an upscale experience or a chilled dinner and movie, Dubai has it all. Explore these amazing options to impress your loved one.
1. Sunsets at the Burj Khalifa
The Burj Khalifa is an impressive monument as it is, but there is something so special about it at night, with its twinkling lights shining throughout the city.
What better way to spend your evening than looking out over the Dubai skyline from the 828-metre building? We recommend booking tickets to access floors 124 and 125, with tickets starting from 179 AED per person. You can go all the way up to floor 148 (and some tickets allow you up to floor 154), but honestly, the views from the lower levels are just as good and less pricey. The views are simply spectacular, and you could spend hours here admiring the vast 360-degree landscape of Dubai. Make your way up in the late afternoon to enjoy sunset views while you’re there. There really is nothing quite as romantic as watching the sun go down over this breathtaking city.
If it’s a special occasion, why not even treat your special someone to a dinner they’ll never forget with the Burj Khalifa At.mosphere dinner experience? Serving exquisite French cuisine, this will truly be an unforgettable evening at one of the highest luxury dining experiences in the world. You’ll see the Dubai skyline glisten in the night sky, and the best seats in the house will give you first-class views over the Dubai Fountains.
2. Starlit dinner at Desert Safari Dubai
Spend an evening in the sand dunes with your loved one by taking them on a Dubai desert safari. This truly Middle Eastern experience is one you can’t miss during your time in Dubai. There are a range of companies offering desert safari tours, but most will take you into the heart of the Arabian Desert for a range of activities, such as dune bashing in a 4×4, camel riding, and sandboarding through the dunes. The night will culminate in a traditional Bedouin-style camp, with a BBQ dinner under the stars, henna painting, and live entertainment such as belly dancing and impressive fire shows under the stars.
If you want a more intimate experience, some companies will offer a luxury private desert safari experience with a private tent and a gourmet dinner. Make the most of this intimate experience with someone special, and enjoy a romantic starlit dinner in the depths of the Dubai desert.
3. Make a splash at Aquaventure Waterpark Dubai
If you’ve had enough of lying by the pool and relaxing, explore your adventurous side and head to Aquaventure Waterpark at the Atlantis, The Palm Hotel. This is the perfect spot to spend a day with your partner, fueling your adrenaline with its 105 legendary slides and rides. One of the most famous slides is the “Leap of Faith”, a vertical plunge-style slide that carries you through a clear tube surrounded by sharks and rays – this one is not for the faint-hearted!
Aquaventure is the perfect day out that will surely be filled with laughs, adventure and fun with your loved one. Spend the day going down the double water slides or floating hand-in-hand down the lazy river; it will be a day you won’t forget.
4. Dubai Miracle Garden
Spend a relaxing afternoon strolling through the world’s largest natural flower garden at Dubai Miracle Garden. With more than 150 million flowers in bloom, this is undoubtedly one of the most picturesque locations in Dubai. For the true romantic experience, take a stroll through the heart-shaped pathway to really show your special someone how much they mean to you. We have even heard of special proposals taking place under the heart-shaped display, so if you’re thinking of popping the question, this could be the perfect spot!
Aside from the romantic-themed displays, you’ll also find a Guinness World Record-breaking presentation of an Emirates A380 plane, a Smurfs’ Village, a giant teddy bear, an umbrella tunnel, and an impressive “Floating Lady”. Every corner you turn at Dubai Miracle Garden, you will be wowed by the stunning exhibits!
Tickets cost 100 AED per adult, and we recommend visiting between November and March as this is when the flowers are in full bloom and most vibrant, and the weather isn’t too hot to be strolling around.
5. Sunset cruise at Dubai Marina
A unique way to celebrate someone special is to take them on a sunset cruise around Dubai Marina. The Marina is a truly magical area of Dubai, especially as the sun goes down and the sparkling lights of the city reflect off the water.
You can choose between a luxurious yacht or a traditional dhow cruise. Either way, its sparkling waters and beautiful skyscrapers will surely set the mood for the perfect romantic evening. Enjoy views of the Marina, the Ain Wheel, JBR and Bluewaters Island, all while enjoying a delicious meal on board. There is an array of companies offering evening cruises, most with live entertainment to round off the ultimate date night on the water.
6. Romantic dinner at Madinat Jumeirah
If you’d rather have dinner on dry land, but enjoy the views of the water, check out Madinat Jumeirah for the ultimate romantic date night. This is one of our favourite spots in Dubai, especially when the sun goes down!
Start the evening by strolling through the modern yet traditional souk on the hunt for some gorgeous artisan gifts, choose from the more than 25 dining options for a romantic candlelit meal, and round off the night with an abra ride along the river. The views throughout the entire souk are stunning, and it’s the perfect place to impress your special someone.
7. Movie night under the stars
Sometimes, getting cosy with a good movie is just what you need to have a relaxing evening with your loved one. Of course, Dubai likes to pull out all the stops, even when it comes to the most simple date nights, and a cinema trip is no different here. VOX Moonlight offers the opportunity to enjoy a movie under the glistening lights of the city long after dark. This open-air cinema experience is the ultimate romantic date night spot, especially in the cooler winter months in Dubai.
You’ll find this cinema on the rooftop of Galleria Mall on Al Wasl Road, and with seating options such as private cabanas or ultra-comfortable loungers, you’re sure to have a dreamy evening with your partner.
If you’d rather have your cinema experience indoors, read about our other Dubai cinema suggestions here!
8. Topgolf
For a more adventurous evening out, you need to check out Topgolf Dubai, which offers interactive golf games, live music and food delivered to your bay. If you’re even a tiny bit competitive with your loved one, you’ll have an absolute blast here, challenging each other to see who the better golfer is. This is more than a fun activity; it is a full night out, and you will be entertained from start to finish – even if it is by laughing at your partner’s golf skills…or lack thereof! Book your bay from 140 AED per hour, or after 5pm from 200 AED per hour.
Creating unforgettable memories
Love is an adventure, and there’s no better way to experience it than in a beautiful city like Dubai. It’s the perfect place for luxury, adventurous and romantic dates, and it’s the perfect place to make magical memories that will last a lifetime!