Hotels near Global Village

Global Village is a seasonal outdoor park that usually opens from October to May, with pavilions representing around 90 cultures. Each pavilion sells crafts, clothing and food from its region, and the park adds stage shows, a canal with abra rides, funfair rides and street food from across the world. December's mild evenings are ideal for exploring it, since almost the whole park is open-air.

On New Year's Eve, Global Village is known for celebrating several times over, with a countdown and fireworks at midnight in a number of different time zones before Dubai's own. It is a family-friendly alternative to the Downtown crowds. Tickets usually cost around AED 25-30 (about €6-7), and are cheaper on weekdays.

Pro Tip: Go on a weekday evening and arrive near opening time in the late afternoon, when queues are short. Bring cash for the smaller food stalls.