Emirates prices. How much does food cost? How much do drinks cost? How much does communication and travel cost? How much money to take with you on vacation in the UAE?
The UAE is considered to be one of the most expensive countries for tourists. When going on vacation, be sure to take enough money for going to cafes, shopping , transport, communications and other expenses. We present to your attention the current prices in the Emirates.
Cost of gifts and souvenirs
- Magnets – from 1 to 5 $
- Figurines – from 2 to 10 $
- Plush camels – from $5 to $30
- A kilogram of dates – from $ 15 per kilogram
Travel and mobile phone costs
Taxis are the most convenient way to get around the Emirates. The price for 1 kilometer is 2 dirhams ($ 0.5), an additional 5-6 dirhams ( $ 1.5) will cost
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landing transport , the most interesting of them is the monorail, which tourists use to view the city. For communication , it is more convenient to buy a local SIM card, then replenish the account. For 50 dirhams ($14) you get 2 GB. Remember that the VOIP communication protocol is disabled in the UAE and Skype, WhatsApp, Viber and other instant messengers do not work
Entrance tickets for entertainment and attractions
Earlier we wrote about how to visit 5 popular attractions in Dubai for free. To enter other interesting places, tourists need to prepare money.
- Water parks – from 200 dirhams ($ 50) for one
- Amusement parks – from 300 dirhams ($ 80) for one
- Museums – from 5 dirhams ($ 1.4)
- Sightseeing tours around the emirate – from 110 dirhams ($ 30)
- Excursions to other emirates with a visit to one paid attraction – from 220 dirhams ($ 60)
Before buying tickets, look at discount sites where you can find coupons up to -50%. Also check with the hotel reception if there are special offers for you to enter local attractions.
The cost of drinks
Since 2019, the UAE has introduced a tax on sweet carbonated drinks, which cannot but surprise our tourists.
- Coca-Cola and Pepsi – 3 dirhams ($ 0.8) for 0.5 l
- Juices – from 4 dirhams ($ 1.1) per 1 liter
It is much more profitable to buy in packs of 8-12 pieces, to save up to 50%.
The cost of street food
The main feature of street food in the Emirates is that the taste is designed for lovers of Iranian, Pakistani and Indian cuisines.
- Shawarma – from 4 dirhams ($ 1.1)
- Samosa (pie) with meat – 2-3 dirhams ($ 0.5)
- Whole grilled chicken – 15 dirhams ($ 4)
The UAE has a high level of sanitary control over catering, street food is always fresh and safe.
The cost of food in cafes and restaurants
Fast food in the Emirates is expensive compared to Ukraine. On average, for convenience, multiply all prices by 2.
McDonalds: Big Mac – 18 dirhams ($ 5), Big Tasty – 22 dirhams ($ 6)
KFC: Boxmaster – 18 dirhams ($ 5), a full meal – 33 dirhams ($ 9 $)
Pizza Hut – average pizza 37 dirhams ($10)
There are different levels of restaurants, and the price of a dish depends on the popularity of the establishment. The same dish can cost 250 dirhams ($70) in the At.Mosphere restaurant on the Burj Khalifa, and 25 dirhams ($7) in an inexpensive establishment. We recommend reading reviews to choose an interesting place.
The cost of alcohol
The UAE has a 100% tax on the price of a bottle of any alcoholic beverage. We advise you to stock up in advance at Duty Free or bring your own.