Traveling to Dubai or visiting the Emirati Kingdom is a dream for a lot of people.  If you manage to book yourself a flight out to this mesmerizing city in the middle of the desert, you will want to make sure it is as seamless as possible. These 10 best apps for Dubai will save you time and money!

Downloading these apps will ensure you make the most out of your time and have an unforgettable experience without having to worry about anything.

Here are the 10 best apps for Dubai and why you need to install them now!

Best Apps for Dubai: Visit Dubai

This app is jam-packed with all the necessities you will need for your trip.  The app includes a trip planner feature that allows you to choose from recommended itineraries and add points of interest as you go about venturing around Dubai.  

As you sign up, you will be taken through a personalization process where you get to choose from the type of trip you will be taking.  Be it a business trip, couples holiday, family holiday, friends getaway, or a solo trip.  

There are various dining options that you can personalize right within this app.  The same goes for if you like to know more about beaches, shopping, theme parks, culture, desert, relaxation, and top attractions. 

It’s best to download the app and go through the features to get a feel of it.  The app even includes a built-in currency converter.

Download Visit Dubai from the Apple App Store 

Download Visit Dubai from the Google Play Store

Ulmon Dubai Travel Guide and Offline Map – Android Only

Never get lost again with this offline map-featured app.  Ulmon is designed for offline use and does not require cellular service.  Not only is this app great for knowing your location and orientation, but it also suggests nearby places, places of interest, and trip planning.

If on foot, you will be guided in the walking directions of the attraction you’d like to see. Ulmon also has other cities and countries that it offers services for.  Give them a try!

Download Ulmon Dubai Travel Guide and Offline Map from the Google Play Store

Careem

Careem is an all-in-one service app where you can book a ride, order food to go, and even have errands run for you!  The developers of this app have essentially made life simple with their integration of everyday tasks into this one app.  

So if you would like to go around Dubai, you can book a ride to make it quick and efficient for you to get picked up and dropped off.  If you’re in need of a late-night snack, drivers can deliver food to your doorstep in a convenient manner.  Need a package mailed home before you head on to your next flight?  They can take care of that as well.  

Download Careem from the Apple App Store

Download Careem from the Google Play Store

The Dubai Mall

What does the largest mall in the world offer that no one else does?  1300+ stores with over 200 restaurants and cafes!  And you can navigate to all of them through the use of The Dubai Mall App.  Well, it may take you a really really long time but at least you know you’ll find all the info on them and their locations.  

Not only is there information on stores and restaurants, but the app also lets you know of different shows and exhibitions and their timings.  The Dubai Fountain light show is on there as well.

Parking lot directions and locations are also available if you decide to park at the mall.

Download The Dubai Mall from the Apple App Store

Download The Dubai Mall from the Google Play Store

GetYourGuide

Skip around the city in search of the many sightseeing opportunities as well as tours and events with GetYourGuide.  You can find various attractions through the app or head over to Getyourguide.com.  You can try out culinary experiences and look through the plethora of tours that they have to offer.  

Our favorite is the helicopter tour where you get to see the Palm and Burj Khalifa.  Check out the tour here

Download GetYourGuide from the Apple App Store

Download GetYourGuide from the Google Play Store

Dubai Calendar

Browse through all the annual events Dubai has to offer from this official app provided by the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing.  

You have access to all the concerts that are happening in the city as well as up-to-date promotions the city is offering.  For people that love music, art, fashion, health, and sports; you will find all information on it through this app.

Download Dubai Calendar from the Apple App Store

Download Dubai Calendar from the Google Play Store

RTA Dubai

The RTA app is highly used amongst locals in Dubai.  It allows you to pay for parking and saves your parked location in case you forget where you parked.  For those of you who are eco-conscious, the app has a built-in green points calculator where you can track your carbon footprint.   It is integrated nicely with wearable watch technology and you can also book taxis through it which is a convenient feature to have.

Download RTA Dubai from the Apple App Store

Download RTA Dubai from the Google Play Store

All events in City

The name says it all for this app.  If you’re a nightlife frequenter, you can browse through the many events that Dubai has to offer.  Dubai is big on nightlife and there are so many activities to choose from.  There are many guest appearances in Dubai and a lot of popular singers, DJs, shows, and acts are available to check out while there.  Daytime activities are also available so don’t miss out on this full-featured app.

Download All Events in City from the Apple App Store

Download All Events in City from the Google Play Store

Talabat

Skip out at the hotel restaurant for at least a night and experience food delivery services like Talabat that deliver food right to your door.  They even have grocery shopping services where you can order groceries to go.  How convenient is that!

This app is well known in Kuwait, UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia so it would be familiar if you’re from any of these places.  Even if you’re not, the menu items are simple to navigate as you get to choose from restaurants, supermarkets, and shopping stores.  

You can either pay by cash at the time of delivery or put in your card details and just wait for your driver to bring you the shawarma you’ve been craving!

Download Talabat from the Apple App Store

Download Talabat from the Google Play Store

Mall of the Emirates

Mall of the Emirates app has information for over 630+ brands inside the mall.  This includes department stores, fashion brands, and lifestyle stores. 

Built with a navigational GPS and store directory, you will want to ensure you have this app to make the most out of your trip to the mall.  For moviegoers, you can watch trailers right through the app and book tickets through it as well.

The Mall of the Emirates features the world’s largest indoor ski slope. You may think to yourself, wait what?  All of this while located in the middle of the desert?  You guessed it.  Dubai did it again!  Check out the indoor Ski Slope called Ski Dubai and book your tickets here.

Download Mall of the Emirates from the Apple App Store

Download Mall of the Emirates from the Google Play Store

We hope these 10 essential (and free) apps will help you for your next trip to Dubai.  Let us know if you already use any of these and if there are other ones you would recommend.

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