🏛️Main Attractions
- ✓Jebel Jais
- ✓Al Jazira Al Hamra
- ✓RAK National Museum
- ✓Al Marjan Island
- ✓RAK National Museum
- ✓Dhayah Fort
- ✓Suwaidi Pearls Farm
Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah
This emirate in the northern part of the UAE is known for its rich natural beauty and historical sites. It is a hidden tourist destination where you can enjoy both mountainous areas and beaches.
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Recommended Hotels in Ras Al Khaimah
Hand-picked hotels and accommodations from Agoda (20 properties)
🏨Recommended Hotels
- ★The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah
- ★Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah
- ★DoubleTree by Hilton RAK
- ★Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort
- ★Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island
- ★Rixos Bab Al Bahr
- ★RAK Hotel
- ★BM Beach Resort
🍜Restaurants & Food
•Puro Beach
$$$Mediterranean beachfront dining
•Basiligo
$$Italian cuisine with sea views
•1484 by Puro
$$$Fine dining on Jebel Jais mountaintop
•Meze House
$$Authentic Lebanese mezze
•Flamingo Restaurant
$Indian and Arabic cuisine
🛍️ Shopping
- •RAK MallShopping mall
Main shopping center with 100+ stores. Carrefour hypermarket, dining, cinema. More affordable than Dubai malls.
- •Al Hamra MallShopping center
Modern mall on Al Marjan Island. Fashion brands, restaurants, waterfront views. Marina walk adjacent.
- •Old RAK SouksTraditional markets
Small traditional markets selling spices, textiles, dates. Less touristy, authentic local experience. Bargaining expected.
- •Manar MallCommunity mall
Local mall with everyday shopping, supermarket, food court. Good for groceries and essentials.
💡 Travel Tips
- • RAK is more affordable and less crowded than Dubai
- • Rent a car for flexibility - attractions are spread out
- • Jebel Jais is 10-15°C cooler than coast - bring layers
- • Many resorts offer all-inclusive packages with activities
- • Book Jebel Jais zipline well in advance (popular)
- • Ghost village best at golden hour for photography
- • Al Marjan Island has free public beaches
- • Good base for exploring northern emirates (Fujairah, UAQ)
🔗 Related Information
📋Quick Info
📅Best Season
October - April
💰Daily Budget
$100-180/day
👥Popular With
Adventure SeekersNature LoversFamiliesBeach Lovers
🗓️Recommended Stay
3-4 days
🌐Timezone
UTC+4
💬Local Language
Arabic, English
💱Currency
AED (UAE Dirham)
📅Ras Al Khaimah 3-Day Itinerary
Recommended plan for efficient sightseeing
Mountain Adventure
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Morning1.5h
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Jebel Jais Mountain Drive
💡 UAE's highest peak at 1,934m. Scenic 30km winding road. Bring jacket - cooler at summit.
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Afternoon3h
Jebel Jais Flight - World's Longest Zipline
💡 2.83km zipline at 120+ km/h. Book in advance. Minimum age 12, weight 40-150kg.
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Evening1.5h
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Jebel Jais Viewing Deck & Sunset
💡 Multiple viewing platforms. Amazing sunset and mountain views. Restaurant available.
💡Tips
- •RAK is more affordable and less crowded than Dubai
- •Rent a car for flexibility - attractions are spread out
- •Jebel Jais is 10-15°C cooler than coast - bring layers
- •Many resorts offer all-inclusive packages with activities