Must-see in Dubai: a first-timer's guide

New to Dubai? These are the sights locals send visitors to first — enough for a long weekend, and all reachable without a car. 1. Burj Khalifa observation deck 2. Dubai Mall and the fountains 3. Old Dubai souks and abra ride 4. Jumeirah Mosque 5. Desert safari at sunset 6. Palm Jumeirah boardwalk Tip: go early for the big-ticket sights, and leave one afternoon free to just wander a neighbourhood on foot. That is usually where Dubai sticks with you.