Dubai Mall

"Youmayhavealready seenphotos of Dubai Mall on social media, but to visit ismore of an experience than just a trip to a mall. While the mall has a lot to offer avid shoppers, other visitorsmayinstead choose to experience the space as an art exhibit or performance piece. Hop on one of the mall’s taxicabs towhiz from one wing to the next, grab a coffee at Angelina with Dubai’s elite, or people-watch around the fancier, less crowded sections of the mall. And don’t miss the choreographed water dances and the wildlife on display at the mall’s aquarium. By AFAR Traveler , AFAR Local Expert"

"As the largest mall in the world, the Dubai Mall draws in almost 100 million visitors a year. It's easy to get lost—there are more than 1,200 shops, after all—but a great place to beat the Dubai heat and ogle at the luxury stores. The place draws in more tourists from around the world than both New York City and Los Angeles so it's safe to say, everyone comes here." - Melinda Healy

"As the largest mall in the world, the Dubai Mall draws in almost 100 million visitors a year. It's easy to get lost—there are more than 1,200 shops, after all—but a great place to beat the Dubai heat and ogle at the luxury stores. The place draws in more tourists from around the world than both New York City and Los Angeles so it's safe to say, everyone comes here." - Laura Ratliff, Maresa Manara