Dubai will have a street “constructed using gold,” this according to a press release by the Dubai Media Office released on January 27. The street will be the most distinctive feature of the New Dubai Gold District, which is a rebranding of the so-called “Gold Souk,” a section of Dubai where people buy gold and jewelry.
The project will reaffirm Dubai as a world hot spot for gold trading, having exported US$53.41 billion worth of gold in 2024–2025. Dubai is one of the most exciting destinations in the world—and one of the most expensive! The largest and most populous city in the United Arab Emirates, Dubai deserves to be explored at leisure. But what if you have a limited amount of time to discover this opulent desert gem of a destination?
If you're heading to Dubai via a layover, what can you do in 24 hours, and where should you go? Browse the following gallery for some ideas of how to spend, spend, spend some time in this compelling and record-breaking city.