Taxis Taxis are the most common way of getting around. Metered cabs from Dubai Transport Corporation, recognized by their cream color, are efficient and have well-trained and courteous drivers.
Dubai Transport Corporation operates a fixed-fare minibus service to and from the other emirates.
Most hotels operate transport for their guests. There are also several radio taxi companies that have cars on call and whose numbers are available at all hotels.
Car-hire
Self-drive cars are available from car rental companies for visitors who have an international driving license. Renters must produce their passport along with the valid license. Driving in the UAE is on the right-hand side.
Roads and highways
Over the past two decades, Dubai has built an impressive network of first-class roads connecting all parts of the city and surrounding areas.
There are two bridges and a tunnel linking the two main districts of Dubai and Deira on either side of the Creek.
Roads to all major towns and villages are excellent and a multi-lane highway heads southwards from the city to Abu Dhabi.
Water taxis
An interesting way to travel between Dubai and Deira is by water taxi across the Creek. |