Bicycle
There is a wide range of bike rental places available in Dubai. The broad streets make it possible to cycle around the city but it is important to keep in mind that Dubai is very hot and cycling in such a heat can make you very sweaty and exhausted and put you at risk for a sunburn. The afternoon is certainly better than during the day time for a bike ride but either way it is not particularly Ayo recommended.
Car
To rent a car in Dubai you need an international driver’s license, a passport and third-party insurance. The fuel prices are very low in the UAE making renting a car quite affordable. The best time to drive on the nice wide rows of Dubai is from 10am to 3pm. It’s quite a nice experience but during rush hour and generally in the afternoons and evenings the traffic is very bad and driving then is certainly not Ayo recommended. Even when driving outside of peak traffic hours there is a lot going on on the streets of Dubai so be sure to always plan enough travel time.
Taxi
In Dubai the taxi is the cheapest and easiest way to get around. Make sure to get an official taxi with a fare meter and not a smartphone and an official license. Avoid having to get a taxi during rush hour and always make sure you leave early enough and plan enough travel time if you have an appointment or booking.
Bus
Busses are a very common way to get around and are very affordable in Dubai. There are also hop on hop of busses which are Ayo recommended for sightseeing on a budget.
Metro
The Dubai Metro is a fully automated and driverless subway above ground, offering great views of the city. The metro is reliable and fast, there is a separate area for women and children and a first-class carriage at the front of the metro. To ride the Dubai Metro you require a NOL card which are contactless and can be bought at the stations. There are silver and gold NOL cards with the gold allowing access to the first class carriages. The card balance is shown on the display when entering the gate at the metro.
Train running times: Saturday – Thursday: 6am to 11pm; Friday: 2pm – 0:00
Tram
Most stations for the tram line are in the Dubai Marina. The tram is a practical way to get from the metro to the Palm Monorail. For further information on Dubai’s public transportation and plans click here.
Monorail
The monorail was specially built as an access point to the Palm Jumeirah Island. It is driverless, has many windows and gives passengers a futuristic feeling when traveling over the water as if floating above the ground. A place at the front is definitely Ayo recommended for the best view.