Coming December 8, 2026
Lonely Planet Pocket Dubai

Discover twice the city in half the time with our expert team of travel writers who share what you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Dubai.

Imagine a place where colorful neighborhood diners sit alongside shopping megamalls and headline-grabbing architecture shares the landscape with broad golden beaches. Every must-see spot in this guide comes straight from travelers and locals who have savored slow-cooked meats at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant, entered an Aladdin's cave of gemstones at the Gold Souq and discovered Dubai's heritage at Al Shindagha Museum. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Dubai travel guide. Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days including:

• Easy-to-use design so you can navigate Dubai effortlessly
• Exciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
• Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of our picks top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Dubai
• Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and highlight unique experiences on each trail
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Jumeirah Mosque and the Museum of the Future to Burj Khalifa
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Covers: Deira; Bur Dubai; Jumeirah; Umm Suqeim, Al Barsha & Al Quoz; Downtown Dubai & Around; Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah; The Suburbs

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighborhood by neighborhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Dubai.