Hatta City Tour with Visit to Dam

Hatta is Dubai’s mountainous little sister. An exclave of the emirate that sits on the border with Oman, it benefits from some fantastic natural scenery and a more laid-back pace of life than the UAE's big cities. Less than a two-hour drive from Dubai, it’s a good pick for a weekend escape and close enough for a mini-daycation. In winter, Hatta is the go-to spot for hiking, biking, kayaking, and adventure, while in summer it's worth a visit for its cooler climes. If you're planning a trip out east, here's everything you need to know from where to stay and what to do to where to go for the best local food in town. Hatta is an old village located in the mountains and was traditionally used to escape the searing summer heat of Dubai. Located at in the foothills of the Hajar mountains and is bestowed with plenty of traditional culture and heritage.

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   Hatta Water Dam

   1 hour

   During a day trip from Dubai to Hatta, you may also be taken to Hatta Dam Photo Stop. The vast lake formed by the barrier is a beautiful sight with clear blue waters reflecting the surrounding mountains.

2. 2

   Hatta Hill Park

   1 hour

   The 63,915sqkm area is located over a mountain and is a popular spot for picnics and barbecues. Hatta Hill Park also a children’s playing field, running tracks and sports fields. At the highest point of the mountain is a tower, which you can climb up for an excellent vantage point of the magnificent Hajar Mountain range and the village.

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   Hatta Heritage Village

   1.5 hours

   The Hatta Heritage Village is popular with tourists who want to see the not too distant past of life in the Emirates. This restored traditional village is one of the oldest in the country, dating back to approximately the third century BC. Carefully reconstructed stone houses and water wells sit among two watchtowers, a traditional majlis and a fort. There’s also a nice collection of old photographs detailing traditional life in Hatta, a basket-weaving area and a museum space showcasing old tools and weapons. The Al Sharria palm tree farm next door has a great example of the ancient falaj irrigation system.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   Pass by

   Exploring the craft and traditional working of carpets in hattta market with the fragrance of all spices and the smell of delicious food

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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