Driving is nearly always the best way to explore Dubai. There are swarms of metered taxis, although finding one during rush hour can be mission impossible. You can rent a car for as low as $40/day from any of the international car hire companies such as National, Budget, Hertz, Fast for your travel needs.

The bus service in Dubai is quite extensive and cost effective. Buses are air-conditioned and comfortable. The city boasts of new articulated and sleek double decker buses and also an exclusive service for women commuters. RTA has also installed modern air-conditioned bus shelters all over the city.

"Abra" is the name for the small boats that ferry passengers back and forth across the Creek, as the river bisecting the city of Dubai is called. The trip costs just a few pennies and it's really the quintessential Dubai experience. Once powered by oars, tiny engines now push the 20-person wooden craft on the seven- or eight-minute crossing. With scenic views of Dubai all around its the only way to see Dubai from a heritage and cultural perspective.

Taxis are the best way to get around Dubai. There are about 7000 taxis operating in Dubai. You can be assured of a safe and comfortable journey. They are all metered and the drivers courteous and well trained. Women only taxi's are available exclusively upon request for single ladies and families and can be differentiated from normal taxi's by their discriminate pink color and female drivers. For fares, please visit RTA

The RTA’s flagship project, the Dubai Metro is a driverless, fully automated metro network. All trains and stations are air conditioned with platform edge doors. The Dubai Metro is well connected to all the major shopping malls in Dubai and offers a convenient and comfortable door-to-door transport to major landmarks of Dubai. Its also a great way to experience Dubai, from within. For fares, please visit RTA

Any traveller would know that one of the best ways to see and experience a city is by walking around it. Best places to experience by walking include The Bastakia, Dubai Creek, Old Deira and many more. The best way to appreciate the bustling dhow wharfage and explore the souks, heritage areas and museums is to explore on foot.