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Celebrate the day of love with these romantic activities, restaurants, and experiences in Dubai for Valentine's Day 2024
18 January 2023
| Last updated on 25 January 2024
Looking for the ultimate date night in Dubai? We've got you covered.
While Dubai isn't considered the City of Love, it's still a great place to be on Valentine's Day 2024.
Whether you're newly coupled up or have been with your other half for years, you're guaranteed to find something fun and romantic to do in the emirate.
Whatever you're in the mood for, we've put together a guide containing some great Valentine's Day 2024 ideas in Dubai - there's something for everyone, from the couples who love a classic wine, chocolates, flowers and dinner for two, to non-traditionals who'd rather avoid all the cheesy clichés.
1.) Romantic resort getaway in the UAE
Just about an hour's drive away from Dubai, we know just the five-star UAE resort that offers an intimate and exclusive romantic getaway, thrilling watersports activities, views of the majestic Hajar Mountains and glistening Indian Ocean, and a delicious international menu.
Le Meridien Al Aqah Dubai has the perfect formula for Valentine's Day, with deluxe rooms for couples, resort activities, spa days, and more!
2.) Watch a spectacular polo tournament in Dubai
For the polo-lovers, Al Habtoor Polo Club is the place to be during the Valentine's season.
On on top of a dynamic lineup of matches at the Silver Cup 2024 Finale on 3rd February and the Gold Cup 2024 Grand Finale on 24th February, there'll be a cheerleader show, Dubai Police horse show, fireworks display, fashion show, a shopping village, food trucks, and more!
Book your tickets now.
3.) Visit Global Village and Miracle Garden in one day
With over 150 million flowers in bloom, Dubai Miracle Garden is an Instagrammable destination that, fittingly, opened on Valentine's Day in 2013. Enjoy a sweet-scented stroll through the garden with your loved one and then head on to Dubai's favourite winter shopping, leisure, and entertainment centre - Global Village!
Book your Global Village and Miracle Garden combo tickets online.
4.) Heart-pounding excitement at Adventura
Looking for something truly exhilarating for Valentine's Day 2024 in the UAE?
Challenge your partner at Adventura in Mushrif Park Dubai where over 80 obstacles including climbing, zip-lining, rope-crossing, and tree-surfing awaits! It's the perfect outdoor adrenaline rush. Afterwards, wind down at their onsite café offering delicious burgers, pasta, salads, pizzas, and refreshing drinks.
Book your Adventura Park tickets online.
5.) Take a romantic hot air balloon ride in Dubai
This Valentine's Day 2024 in Dubai, bring your relationship to new heights!
Fly thousands of ft. high in the air with a special hot air balloon ride in the Arabian desert, via Cobone. This special package includes a delightful Turkish breakfast, camel rides, and other fun additions!
6.) Visit the Love Lake
Nothing says 'I love you' quite like visiting a beautiful lake named after the feeling itself.
Dubai's Love Lake is an incredibly unique spot in Al Qudra desert where visitors can enjoy camping, stargazing, watch sunsets, capture memories with photos, set up romantic picnics and barbeques, and see wildlife such as swans and local desert animals.
7.) Send a fresh bouquet of flowers for Gal-entine's Day!
No matter what time of year it is, flowers are a great way to show someone you care, but Valentine's Day (or Galentine's Day for the singles) is the one day we find it extra special.
Getting a vibrant rose bouquet in Dubai is a classic gift with lots of va-va-voom as it makes for a beautiful gesture. Or, share this as a hint to your partner (wink wink).
8.) Admire Dubai from the tallest point
There are plenty of places to take in views of Dubai, but when you go to At The Top Burj Khalifa, you get to see admire the city from its highest public-viewing point.
If you’re after a Valentine's sightseeing date in the emirate, this spot is a must-visit!
9.) A classic Valentine's Day dinner in Dubai
You'll find a long list of romantic set menus and proposal-worthy booths in Dubai for Valentine's Day 2024.
To help you narrow down the best place for a Valentine's Day date, we've found some fantastic dining deals, available here, for a traditional evening of wine, dinner, and views without breaking the bank.
A dirham saved is a dirham earned!
10.) Dinner and a movie
A trip to the movie theatres is one of life's great pleasures, and this Valentine's Day in Dubai, dinner and a movie is a timeless date classic for a reason.
Book your movie date at the Reel Dine-In, Reel Cinema's theatre and restaurant rolled into one, conveniently located at Jebel Ali Recreational Club and The Pointe.
Or, book VOX Cinema's Moonlight theatre for a wonderful movie experience under the stars.
11.) Toast to your relationship with a dinner and drink at home
Not quite feeling up to dining or going outside to celebrate Valentine's Day in Dubai? We totally get you.
A homemade meal (or takeaway, we don't judge!) dinner date at home can be just as romantic, and with Dubai alcohol licenses becoming free to obtain since January 2023, it's now easier to add your favourite drinks to your stay-at-home Valentine's Day celebration.
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12.) Break stuff, not hearts, at a Dubai smash room
If you don't want a traditional Valentine's Day celebration in Dubai, then this exciting, creative, and one-of-a-kind date night might be for you.
Let go of any pent-up stress and anger at the Crash Room at Action Park Dubai. You and your date will have the opportunity to break, shatter, stomp and smash a variety of objects and truly let go.
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