8 unique Christmas presents to make your holidays jolly in Dubai
With the best of everything already at our disposal, it can be tricky to go gift shopping in Dubai, especially if you’re getting a gift for one of those people who are notoriously hard to shop for. And those people can often be a smidge picky. So, finding a gift that will blow their socks off is a tough challenge. But fear not – MyBayut is here to help! We’ve compiled many unique ideas that will impress even the most (ahem) discerning giftee. Let’s look at some fabulously memorable Christmas gift ideas in Dubai.
UNIQUE CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS IN DUBAI
Do you want to put genuine effort and thought into finding a unique Christmas gift in Dubai? Well, in that case, be ready to win the title of best gift-giver ever because we’ve rounded up some out-of-the-box ideas that will ensure you’re everybody’s favourite person this Chrimbo!
AXE THROWING AT HATTA
Do you have friends who are into adrenaline-pumping sports? If yes, then axe throwing at Hatta is a perfect gift for them. Axe-throwing has become a popular recreational sport, and it’s more intense than your average game of darts. We bet your friends will be surprised when you put a hatchet into their hands and ask them to sling away for the bullseye.
You can make the gift even jollier by adding an overnight stay in one of the lodges or caravans at Hatta Resorts. Or go on to explore all the fun things to do in Hatta!
- Timings: Monday to Friday 07:00 am – 09:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday 07:00 am – 12:00 am
- Location: Hatta Wadi Hub
- Contact: +971-4-820-5500
THE SMASH ROOM
How would you like to go smashing it up on Christmas? You can make someone’s day by gifting them a session at Smash Room Dubai! So, if you know a friend who’s been feeling stressed out lately, this gift is the perfect pick-me-up.
- Average price: Starts from AED 69 per person
- Timings: Monday to Sunday, 12:30 pm – 10:00 pm
- Location: 195 Umm Suqeim Street, Al Quoz Industrial Area 4
- Contact: +971-4-339-7810
TAKE THEM TO THE VIEW
The View at Palm Tower is next on our list of unique Christmas present ideas in Dubai. This palm-shaped tower was dubbed as the “City’s most stunning palm tree”.
Imagine gazing upon the panoramic views of Palm Jumeirah, standing 240 metres above ground level. After you’re done gazing upon the panoramic skyline of the golden city, head over to the ground level of Nakheel Mall, where you can enjoy a delicious lunch at Depachika Food Hall.
- Average price: From AED 100
- Timings: Weekdays, 10:30 am – 03:30 pm
- Location: The Palm Tower
- Contact: +971-800-843-8439
SHOOTING RANGE AT JA RESORT
The shooting range at JA Club offers a unique and competitive experience. This is an opportunity for shooters of all levels to raise their game and try something new. The outdoor and indoor ranges are built to exact international safety standards. There are ten lanes with five floodlit clay shooting ranges.
- Average price: From AED 190 for Standard Grade
- Timings: Monday to Sunday, 01:00 pm – 09:45 pm
- Location: Jebel Ali Freezone
- Contact: +971-4-814-5300
SKY WALK DUBAI
Want to marvel at the architectural wonders and spectacular skyline of Dubai? Head to Sky Walk Dubai and enjoy breathtaking views from up in the clouds. You can walk outside the building and feel the breeze in your hair. It truly is the experience of a lifetime!
- Average price: From AED 504
- Timings: Monday to Sunday, 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Location: Burj Khalifa
AURA SKYPOOL LOUNGE
Give your loved one a chance to experience the glittering Dubai skyline with 360-degree views. Aura Skypool is a fabulously luxurious infinity pool 200 metres above the ground! You and your loved ones can soak up the sun, a few cheeky drinks, and uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf. Sounds pretty special, right? We’ll see you there! Wondering about AURA Skypool booking? You can pre-book your slot via their official website.
- Average price: From AED 675 per person for full day pool experience
- Timings: 10:00 am to 07:00 pm
- Location: Palm Jumeirah
- Contact: +971-4-566-2121
DEEP DIVE DUBAI
Another amazing Christmas gift idea in Dubai for thrill seekers is Deep Dive – the world’s deepest pool. This record-breaking facility allows you to dive into another dimension where you’ll experience an unmatched combination of wonder and adventure. The 60-metre pool is the deepest in the world, filled with 14 million litres of water. It’s the size of six Olympic-sized swimming pools, so when we say the experience will be one of a kind, we truly mean it!
- Average price: From AED 400 for the facility tour
- Timings: Monday to Sunday, 09:00 am – 06:00 pm
- Location: +971-4-501-9444
- Contact: Nad Al Sheba 1
PHOBIA DUBAI
Bring out all the gamers of your group and head to Phobia Dubai to live games in reality! Gather a team of 2 to 5 people and prepare to throw yourselves into a spectacularly immersive experience. You can choose from various games where you get to find clues, solve puzzles and escape in under 60 minutes from a dark room….or the vault!
- Average price: From AED 115
- Timings: Sunday to Wednesday, 11:00 am – 11:45 pm | Thursday to Saturday, 11:00 am – 01:00 am
- Location: Jumeirah Lake Towers
- Contact: +971-52-797-4916 | +971-50-873-0445
FAQS ABOUT CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS IN DUBAI
ARE THERE ANY CHRISTMAS SALES AND OFFERS IN DUBAI?
Yes! You’ll find jolly good Christmas sales in Dubai at Marks and Spencer, Jones the Grocer and Mister Baker.
WHERE SHOULD I GO TO CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS IN DUBAI?
The city is already gearing up with stunning decorations and fun-filled activities to make your holidays jolly. You can visit the Christmas markets in Dubai, where festivities await you!
I WANT TO DECORATE MY HOME FOR CHRISTMAS, WHERE SHOULD I START?
Are you looking to give your home some festive vibes? You can tweak your front wall, add a garland to your door or hang up some socks for Santa to fill it with presents.
So there you have it, all the Christmas present ideas in Dubai…carefully handpicked to make your holidays memorable. If you haven’t plans, you can go to Winter City at Expo City, where many fun-filled activities await you!
Another event fast approaching is National Day, and if you’re planning a little getaway, here are some of the National Day holiday packages from Dubai.
