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There are a number of tourist places to visit in Dubai. Standing at 2,716.5 feet high, making it the tallest structure in the world, the skyscraper Burj Khalifa, is literally one the biggest attractions of Dubai. The Dubai museum takes you back to the history of Dubai through its exhibits and allows the viewer to get to know more about the city.

The world’s largest picture frame, the Dubai frame, encapsulates the contrast in the city separating old Dubai from one point of view and new Dubai from the other. The Dubai Miracle Garden contains around 50 million flowers and 250 million plants, making it the world's largest natural flower garden and is truly a floral wonderland.

Skydiving at Palm Jumeirah lets you appreciate the divine man-made palm tree-shaped island from a height of about 13,000 feet. Beautiful sunsets, camelback rides and sand boarding can be enjoyed in a very exclusive experience of the Desert Safari in Dubai. Dinner cruise at the Dubai Marina is a luxurious way of exploring the city and indulging in lavish cuisines.

For kitesurfing, kayaking or adoring the Burj Al Arab from afar, Kite Beach is one of the best spots in the city for adventure lovers. Dolphin Bay in Atlantis allows you to pet, play around and even swim alongside dolphins, making for one of the most unique experiences.

For simplicity but absolutely no compromise on flavour, Soul Street Dubai at Five Jumeirah Village has an array of international cuisines to choose from, with its focus on street-style food. Indulge in some Middle Eastern cuisine through the authenticity of the food and the ambience of the Al Sarab Rooftop Lounge. Bado Chinese adds an exotic Chinese touch to other Asian cuisines to form a scintillating fusion of flavours that satisfy all taste buds.

Exploring the beaches can leave a craving for seafood and the Sardina Seafood Restaurant is the place to satiate any seafood cravings, among other cuisines. While in Dubai, Purani Dilli Dubai will take you straight to India through its burst of Indian flavors and delicacies.

Dubai Mall is considered a shopper’s paradise. It is the second largest mall in the world with over 1200 stores and 150 restaurants. A trip to Dubai is incomplete without indulging in some fine gold jewelry. Dubai Gold Souk, with over 300 shops, is one of the best places to buy gold from and in any design imaginable.

The Textile Souk in Dubai is the place to visit for all kinds of cotton, silk and satin materials in thousands of colors and patterns. The intoxicating aroma of the Perfume Souk invites buyers to choose from a variety of perfumes and scents.

Dubai ensures convenience by offering different modes of transportation. Rental cars, taxis, air-conditioned buses are preferred modes, while bicycling has been increasing in popularity also. Railways include the Dubai Metro, the Dubai Tram and also the Palm Monorail.

While more indulgent than practical as they don’t cover all parts of the city, the waterways are an enjoyable way to move around and consist of Dhow Boats and Abras - Abras being the more traditional mode of transportation. Ferries are another water-based option to explore and they run through the water bodies of the city. Lastly, yachts are also available on rent to explore Dubai in style.

Experience a variety of over 100 species of native birds in the Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary and allow nature to take over your senses in this breathtaking beauty of wilderness. Mananchira Square is a man-made pond, very reminiscent of ancient times and has great historic significance. The picturesque view provided through the works of the Thikkoti Lighthouse is a spellbinding sight in itself.

Visit the place where Vasco da Gama set foot in India through the land that is now the Kappad Beach. The port town Beypore is one of the oldest ports of Kerala and is very well known for building wooden ships for more than 1500 years.

The Kozhikode beach provides for a serene atmosphere with its enchanting beauty, plus the sunsets here are almost magical to say the least, making it one of the best tourist places to visit in Calicut. Featuring state of the art technology, the Regional Science Center and Planetarium is Calicut’s way of making science learning enjoyable and fun.

Boating through the exotic and lush Kozhikode backwaters is a pure, natural treat for the eyes and the soul. Swimming and trekking in and along the serene Kozhippara Falls makes for a refreshing way to relax and enjoy the spectacular views. Admiring the waterfall, trekking and rock climbing can all be enjoyed at the Kakkayam Dam.

The multi-cuisine restaurant, Hotel Paragon has some of the finest native Malabar food and is definitely one of the best in Calicut. For lip-smacking Indian and Asian meals, M-Grill will satiate all cravings. Mezban enhances the experiences of food through its fusion multi-cuisine dishes and calls itself the dining destination in Calicut.

Living up to its name, Kingsbay offers scrumptious seafood making it a must visit in the city for seafood lovers. Taking a break from full-fledged meals, Bun Club is one of the best cafés for enjoying some light snacks that fill the tummy as well as the heart.

S.M. Street, fully known as Sweetmeat Street is very famously known for a huge variety of sweets sold in the market. It is one of the busiest markets in Calicut. Apart from sweets, pretty much everything is available at this market like spices, clothes, electronics, hand looms, textiles, etc. and this is the best place to visit for some street shopping at affordable prices.

While there are not many local markets to choose from in Calicut, mall culture is very popular and some of the best malls in the city are: HiLite Mall, Emerald Mall, RP Mall, and Focus Mall.

The most preferred mode of transportation in Calicut is its local green-colored bus system because it is the cheapest mode of transportation and also has good frequency and is usually punctual. There is also no shortage of local autos and taxis which are always available for a direct journey. The rates are also fairly reasonable though autos are more affordable than taxis.

If your plans include needing to travel around the city for more time, car rental options are also available on an hourly or per-day basis, reducing the hassle of booking separate transportations throughout the day.