Most romantic things to do in Dubai

We have carefully picked a list of romantic things you can do and make every moment you spend with your loved one the most memorable one.

Chloe Hoffmann
January 18, 2022 9:59 AM

Dubai, like many other cities, is an ideal place to engage in romantic things with your loved one. The city offers you opportunities to do numerous romantic things as a couple. Spending quality time together while you explore some exceptionally romantic things is our gift to you. We have carefully picked a list of romantic things you can do and make every moment you spend with your loved one the most memorable one.

1. Outdoor private picnic on the beach with Pop Up picnic events

Experience the mesmerizing beauty of a beach or shoreline in Dubai, which has some best ones in the world. If a relaxed outdoor private picnic is what you are looking for, La Mer Beach, Anantara The Palm, Madinat Jumeirah, One & Only Royal Mirage, or FIVE Palm Jumeirah can be your destination. Being a private getaway, La Mer lets you have romantic sunset strolls hand-in-hand, enjoying nature. Enjoy quality time with your partner sailing the Arabian Gulf on a luxury open vessel, sleeping under the stars, and dining in a romantic setup relishing every bite of a custom-created food by candlelight. Make your romantic moments fun-filled by indulging in water games. Whether relaxation or fun, the beaches in Dubai seamlessly blend both to be the ultimate romantic destination!

2. Dune dining at Al Maha

Delight in acres of sand in seclusion and take back memories that will linger in your mind forever. Experience dune dining at Al Maha. You will have a setting ideal for an unforgettable romantic time or proposal. Have a great picnic enjoying delicious cuisines prepared according to your choice at one of the best restaurants. Al Maha sets a perfect hideaway and dining in the desert. You can enjoy relishing food under the twinkling sky in a cozy private setup, which includes comfy floor cushions, soft Persian carpets, and a low-rise table. You can spend time with your partner having a delicious 3-course meal at an isolated spot discovering each other’s likes and dislikes.     

3. A night at the Opera

Dubai has enough cool places for a date night. The Dubai Opera House is a perfect destination to spend a romantic evening, watching your favorite shows. The venue offers a variety of shows like opera, classical music, dance, ballet, and other romantic performances at regular intervals. Avoid feeling peckish before or during the show and enjoy dining at any of the leading restaurants nearby. The Grand Circle Level at the Dubai Opera House offers a setting for a romantic pre-show dining experience.   

4. Dubai Romance couples massage 

Treat your partner and yourself with a host of excellent restorative treatments at famous spa boutiques in Dubai. There is no better way other than spending a romantic time with your loved one at Talise Burj Al Arab and Anantara Spa.

Talise Spa at Burj Al Arab

Enjoy a romantic moonlight swim at Talise Spa in the extreme luxury in the iconic Burj Al Arab. Relax and unwind with a soothing massage. Enjoy with your partner in your own infinity pool with floating rose petals around, watching the stunning views of the Dubai skyline under the glimmering moonlight.

Anantara Spa

Couples have an excuse to stop at Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort for a romantic retreat and indulge in luxurious spa treatments such as hydrotherapy, classic Swedish deep tissue, and Thai acupressure. You can spend time together relaxing and harmonizing your body and mind. Also, choose from a range of blissful treatments, including revitalizing wraps and scrubs, and hammam rituals. 

5. Hot Air Balloon Ride

Couples who want to engage in romantic things can go for hot air balloon rides. Watch the magnificent mountains of Hajjar and beautiful sand dunes while riding the balloon. No doubt, Dubai City makes every romantic fantasy come true. You can make your romantic time an adventurous one with a wildlife ride in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Indulge in alfresco dining and enjoy the sunset falcon show. The list of activities helps you make the most of your romantic days.   

6. Have a Romantic Dinner at The World's Tallest Restaurant - Burj Khalifa

As a romantic couple, you will be mesmerized by the 360-degree view of Dubai from a relaxed setting. At 442 meters high, you can enjoy a romantic dinner or lunch, adding some romantic vibes. At.mosphere is located on Level 122 in the iconic Burj Khalifa. Treat your partner to the best caviar from the top selections, Baeri Royal, Kristal, and Oscietre Gold, and well-crafted dishes from the best chefs in the world. Sitting in the private dining room, you can have the most memorable time with your loved one, enjoying fresh oysters, a cold seafood tower, sky grills, and other signature dishes. If you are looking for a window table, you need to spend extra money.

7. Horse Riding at Al Dhabi Stable 

How about roaming around the desert in Dubai for couples. Learn the authentic desert culture, watch the beautiful sunrises and sunsets, and camp in the desert under the moonlight. With Al Dhabi Stable, you can enjoy riding beautiful Arabian horses and have a good view of the farming areas and desert dunes. If you so desire, you can also get horse-riding lessons.


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