Are you are searching for the best date ideas in Dubai? We reviewed a diverse range of date ideas that you can enjoy with your loved ones.
Things to Do in Dubai
Dubai is the city of creating opportunities, there’s plenty of places to find and discover to take your partner, friends, or family members, but sometimes you can’t decide. Don’t worry we’ve got you covered in all aspects, we reviewed the best date ideas you could go to, from wanting to celebrate an occasion to going on a date while on a budget. Places where you can do exciting activities or want to enjoy your time together.
The Best Date Ideas for Occasions:
The Highest View Restaurant and Lounge
What other way to celebrate occasions other than to celebrate them with your loved ones over a nice fancy meal. Not to worry, for this reason we chose 3 restaurants that go with the theme of different occasions. You could book a valentine’s day date at The Highest View Restaurant and Lounge which is the highest outdoor restaurant in the Middle East located at the tallest hotel in the world, Gevora Hotel. The skyline view is outstanding where you can look at Dubai from high above and enjoy delicious meals and mocktails. You could go for afternoon tea or dinner since it opens from 5:00pm to 12:00am. The entry fee is 100 aed per person.
- Price: 320 aed approximately for two people
- Location: Gevora Hotel, Trade Center DIFC
The Farm Restaurant
Another romantic occasion that demands a grand meal with a majestic setting is your Anniversary! Whether it’s your 1 month anniversary or 1 year anniversary, Book your Anniversary date at The Farm Restaurant where you can enjoy a variety of meals because of its international cuisine. The Farm also provides local organic food. Enjoy your anniversary in the beautiful and breathtaking nature while eating the meal you prefer and having refreshing drinks all with affordable prices.
- Price: 340 aed approximately for two people
- Location: Al Barari
Brands Corner
If you are morning people and take pleasure in breakfast dates then we have the restaurant for you! Treat yourselves with luxurious breakfast meals in Brands Corner located in Jumeirah. They range from Breakfast meals to desserts and sweets all rich in look and taste. Husband, you can surprise your wife with a bouquet of flowers from the restaurant itself when you’re done! Follow their Instagram @brandscorner__ for more information.
- Price: 160 aed approximately for two people
- Location: Jumeirah
The Best Indoors Date Ideas:
Living in Dubai could be quite expensive, especially on date nights. Some places are either affordable or super expensive. But if your date was held indoors? And in Dubai? Here are some ideas that will make your indoor date night go from boring to astonishingly exciting.
Movie and game night
Assuming you own any Netflix or Amazon Prime subscription, you can have a movie night with your significant other. You could perhaps make into multi-entertaining night by owning a Jackbox Party Pack account. Jackbox is an amazing option to turn your indoor night date even more exciting, with its variety of games and its accessibility on multiple devices and platforms. Don’t forget the snacks too. To purchase Jackbox Party Pack, visit the official Jackbox website
- Prices: Jackbox Party Approximately AED 115 (USD rate for $29.99).
- Food, Drinks, Snacks (Depends on what’s bought).
- Location: Home or night at a hotel (Price varies on package).
IMG Indoor Theme Park
Let’s say you want to go out for a date but still want the date to be held indoors. IMG Worlds of Adventure is an indoor theme park that allows people to enjoy various rides, go on shopping sprees, and watch movies. This is an amazing place for an indoor nice date to have with your partner. You and your significant other will have an immense amount of good time in IMG worlds as the rides are impeccable, clean (following the Covid-19 precautions), and exciting. You can either visit the website to plan your day, or you could visit the IMG World and get your entry tickets.
- Prices:
Prices vary for different ticket package purchased:
- Regular AED 195 or 225
- Fast Track AED 325
- VIP Package AED 5245
- Annual Membership AED 475
Location: Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Rd, City of Arabia.
The Best Outdoor Date Ideas:
Dubai offers a wide range of outdoor activities that can be great date ideas for those who are searching for fun and exciting adventures.
We brought up the best outdoor activities in Dubai:
Dinner in the Sky
Are you looking for an outdoor date activity where you can enjoy the sky scenery? You must experience having your dinner in the sky. Dinner in the Sky is a romantic date idea with the view of Dubai’s skyline. As you float 50 meters over Dubai’s streets, you can enjoy your lunch, afternoon tea break and dinner cooked by your designated chef. You will witness a memorable panoramic view extending from Dubai Marina until Palm Jumeirah. Book now to enjoy a breathtaking experience in the sky!
Book now to enjoy a breathtaking experience in the sky!
- Prices (per person):
Weekdays AED 599 to 699
Weekends AED 699 to 799
- Location: Al Sufoh, Skydive
Laguna Water Park
One of the fun outdoor activities you can do on a date is Laguna water park in Dubai. It’s one of the best ideas to spend a day with your loved ones enjoying water rides and relaxing by the sea in Dubai’s hot weather. You will have the chance to experience both a lazy day by the beach or an adventure through Laguna five complex rides. Also, you will have the chance to enjoy the exciting and cool events they host depending on the season.
Book now to experience summer all year round in Dubai!
- Prices (per person):
Full day pass (AED 195)
Ladia night on Thursdays (AED 125)
VIP package (AED 295).
- Location: La Mer Dubai
Hot Air Balloon
What a great outdoor date idea than to ride the hot air balloon with Balloon Adventures Dubai over Dubai’s desert. As you float in Dubai’s sky, you will witness the pretty sunrise changing the sky shades to red and orange while admiring the sand dunes and spotting the beautiful deers, called Al Maha, wandering across the desert. You can surprise your partner during the ride by hosting a proposal, a romantic ride and celebrating their birthday. The stunning sights create a romantic date idea. In addition, they provide rides for groups to enjoy the magnificent view of with friends and family.
Book now to float over Dubai’s desert with your beloved ones!
- Prices:
Adults: AED 1,250
Children: 1,100
- Location: 1303 Control Tower, Motor City
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Date Ideas When on a Budget:
Dubai is filled with restaurants and activities that you can enjoy with either your partner or a friend when you are on a budget.
Sketch Art Cafe
If you are on a budget but still want to go on a date with your partner and have great desserts and a cup of coffee while enjoying a relaxing and fun time. Sketch art cafe is the perfect local cafe, with great food and a comfortable atmosphere and with every order of coffee, you get a free cup to be creative and draw on. The cafe’s atmosphere is relaxing, and you get to enjoy your time with your partner or friends. Visit their Instagram to know more.
- Price: 140 AED for two people
- Location: Box park, Jumeirah
Clap Restaurant
Want to spoil yourself and have no budget for the day, where you can splurge on delicious food with a great view? Clap restaurant is a fine dining authentic Japanese restaurant with an amazing view that you can enjoy on the terrace or by the lounge, making it an ideal date ideas in Dubai. They offer the best quality food to enjoy with your partner for dinner when you want to go on a date with no budget. The atmosphere is unique and has that fun hint of mystery. Reserve a table now to enjoy luxury food ! If you want to check out other fine dining restaurant click here
- Price: 500 – 1500 AED.
- Location: Gate village DIF
The Best Date Ideas to go with Family:
Dubai is full of family entertainments and food variety that suits date ideas, where parents enjoy their time here with the kids.
We have chosen 3 best options to enjoy your dinner with family:
Kitchen6
The best date ideas to have on medium/high budget with a family to celebrate your occasion in a luxurious hotel is Kitchen6. Kitchen6 restaurant is a buffet variety restaurant of the best quality providing all cuisines. Also, you will have the option to try all different cuisines for lunch or dinner and in the best atmosphere and environment for a date. Book now for your best date in dubai.
- Price: AED 375 for 2 people (approx.)
- Location: Sheikh Zayed Road, JW marriott Hotel Dubai
Black Tap
Another option to go for a family date idea in Dubai is Black Tap. Black Tap is casual dining with a touch of rich and elegance with fun food props which kids enjoy. Black Tap combines casual fast food dining with the best location view, as well as serving drinks and sweets for families to enjoy on their date night. Enjoy your date night in Dubai with the best option that matches all ages and all day timing either for lunch or dinner. You can view their menu here.
- Price: AED 225 for 2 people (approx.)
- Location: Several locations in Dubai
Jones the Grocer
Are you a breakfast fan? Are you looking for a breakfast date in Dubai with your family? Here is the best match that will combine nice food with a great surrounding atmosphere. Jones the Grocer is casual all day long dining, serves breakfast and sweets, and has a grocery, where it combines an all in one concept. They range from an average budget that provides a wide number of options for breakfast for adults and kids. Enjoy your breakfast date with your family here.
- Price: AED 250 for 2 people (approx.)
- Location: Several locations in Dubai
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