The Palm Jumeirah is Dubai’s true masterpiece. An artificial archipelago, the Palm Jumeirah is the largest manmade island on earth. Shaped like a palm tree, the island has a trunk, a spine, 16 fronds, and a crescent as well on the top. At Palm Jumeirah, you would find an array of excellent fine-dining restaurants, luxurious hotels and resorts, vibrant nightclubs, swanky villas, lavish shopping malls, stylish boutiques, and interesting entertainment hubs as well.
Here are 5 awe-inspiring places that you can visit in Palm Jumeirah during your holiday in 2023.
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Atlantis Aquaventure Water Park
Touted as the largest water park in the world, the Atlantis Aquaventure is loved by kids and adults alike. With more than 30 rides, slides, and attractions, it is impossible to get bored here. Located inside the premises of Hotel Atlantis, this water park has everything to make your holiday a memorable one.
The star attraction of the park is the Leap of Faith, which is a 27.5-meter-long slide that passes through a lagoon filled with sharks and rays. There is also the Trident Tower, Blackout, and Shockwave, which offer breathtaking and record-breaking slides. Kids would have a great time at the Splashers Children’s Play Area, where you would find a network of slides, tunnels, climbing frames, and tubes for the kids to have fun.
Al Ittihad Park
Al Ittihad Park is a green oasis amidst all the luxuries you would find at Palm Jumeirah. Spread around an area of 1.1 million square feet, this park was opened in 2012 to mark the 41st National Day of UAE. The main attraction of the park is the variety of trees and plants that you would find here. All the trees and plants that you see at this park are indigenous to the deserts, mountains, and wadis of the UAE, making it a good opportunity to learn about the flora of the area.
Apart from this, Al Ittihad Park is a great place to spend a relaxing evening with your friends and family. If you are missing your exercise during your holiday, the park also has a 3.2 km-long walking and jogging track. One of the best things about this park is that it is open 24×7.
The Lost Chambers Aquarium
Another attraction located inside Hotel Atlantis is the Lost Chambers Aquarium, which is one of the largest aquariums in Dubai. The aquarium has been designed to replicate the lost city of Atlantis, which was believed to have sunk somewhere deep inside the sea. Divided into 10 beautiful chambers and lagoons, the aquarium is home to more than 65,000 marine animals, including stingrays, sharks, lobsters, seahorses, piranhas, etc. Apart from the marine species, you also get to see ruins and shipwrecks of the lost civilization.
While wandering through the different chambers is quite exciting, the Lost Chambers Aquarium also offers some interesting activities. Snorkeling, Fish tale tours, aquarium dives, etc. are some of the activities you can indulge in here. You would also get the chance to interact with and feed the marine animals. One of the unique activities at the aquarium is the Hatha Yoga class that is conducted here.
Nasimi Beach
Being an island, you would find several beaches here, although Nasimi Beach is one of the best beaches in Dubai. Located on the shore of Hotel Atlantis, Nasimi Beach is a great place to relax while enjoying the view of the Dubai skyline. An adults-only beach, you can spend time on the sunbeds or even the cabanas available here. Moreover, you also get to enjoy some mouthwatering dishes at the beachfront restaurant. You may also get the chance to spot some celebrities, as it is a favorite spot amongst the famous. However, one of the best things to do on Nasimi Beach is to watch a gorgeous sunset. Once the sun goes down, you also get to be a part of one of the best beach parties in Dubai.
The Penthouse
If you want to catch some incredible, aerial views of the Dubai skyline while having a great time, a visit to The Penthouse is a must. Known to be one of the best rooftop bars in Dubai, the Penthouse is located on the 16th floor of the Five Palm Jumeirah Hotel. The place is not just classy but also gives you the chance to watch an incredible sunset while sipping on some delicious cocktails. However, the fun does not end here. On the other hand, get ready to dance to the tunes of international artists till the wee hours of the morning. You can also enjoy the penthouse pool sessions and massage sessions while you are here. Look out for food and drink vouchers, as the Penthouse is known to give away amazing deals.
Apart from the above-mentioned 5 attractions, you would find several more interesting places to see at Palm Jumeirah like the Palm Fountain. Moreover, the manmade island is going to see several newer attractions in the next few years, some of which include the Nakheel Mall and The View at the Palm.
