Umm Al Sheif Travel Guide
Dubai
Visit Umm Al Sheif
Popular places to visit
Burj Khalifa
The tallest man-made structure on earth is a city in the sky that houses luxury apartments, offices and a hotel.
Dubai Mall
Browse, shop, play and dine at one of the largest shopping and entertainment malls in the world.
Burj Al Arab
Burj Al Arab is just one of the places to see in Dubai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's desert landscapes and shops.
Marina Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Marina Beach, a popular beach in Dubai. Stroll along the marina or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Mall of the Emirates
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Mall of the Emirates, a favourite shopping spot in Dubai. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's desert landscapes.
Dubai World Trade Centre
Learn about the events happening in Dubai World Trade Centre during your trip to Dubai. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Sunset and Night Tour
Dubai City Tour ( Half Day )
2 Hours Cruise from Al Jaddaf to Burj Khalifa and Water Canal
Top hotels in Umm Al Sheif
Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa
staff are very slow
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Paramount Hotel Midtown
Beautiful hotel with hotel rooms
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel
Excellent staff and very helpful
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Atlantis, The Palm
Room: Just wow! I wish I can travel again and stay in the same hotel. Such a wow room it was. Excellent amenities and twice a day housekeeping made a huge difference to our stay. They also gave us complementary beach bag and cute cable ties. Slippers were not cheap ones like you get in every hotel, ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
This property was clean, and the staff services were great.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
JA Ocean View Hotel, Jumeirah Beach Dubai
Good staff, pretty old building and furnitures, not a great odor in some areas like lift, great location near public beach, no private beach, moderate food quality
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Umm Al Sheif
Al Barsha 1
While Al Barsha 1 isn't home to many top sights, Mall of the Emirates and Ski Dubai are some notable places to visit nearby.
Al Quoz
The beaches and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Al Quoz. Alserkal Avenue Arts District and Carbon 12 are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Noor Bank Station or Equiti Station to get around the larger area.
Barsha Heights
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are just a few notable features Barsha Heights is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Dubai Internet City Station.
Al Barsha
Enjoy the popular shops in Al Barsha. Mall of the Emirates is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Mashreq Metro Station or Mall of the Emirates Station to see more of Dubai.
Palm Jumeirah
Travellers love Palm Jumeirah for its stunning beaches, and you can see more of Dubai by jumping on the metro at Nakheel Mall Station or The Pointe Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Palm Jumeirah Mall and Aquaventure.
Jumeirah Village Circle
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Jumeirah Village Circle and surrounding area, you can visit Dubai Autodrome and Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
