Joanna James
Whether you are looking for a backdrop of traditional Arabian architecture, locations with plenty of natural beauty or ones with the city’s trademark skyscrapers, Dubai offers plenty of brilliant photography spots ideal for fashion, family, or wedding shoots! Here’s a curated list.
Is there anything more romantic than shooting against a backdrop of millions of colourful flowers – and some even trained into heart-shaped archways? A natural top pick for the best locations for a photoshoot in the city is the Dubai Miracle Garden – which happens to boast stunning floral displays made up of nearly 50 million blooms. Located on Al Parsha South 3, Dubailand, Dubai Miracle Garden is particularly popular with couples for their engagement and pre-wedding shoots. Do note that this garden is closed to the public during summer. The location can be reached easily from hotels on the Palm Dubai such as the likes of NH Collection Dubai The Palm with ease.
Home to sleek yachts, the Dubai Marina makes for a rather contemporary location for your photoshoot in Dubai. If the Dubai Marina Promenade with its backdrop of gleaming skyscrapers doesn’t cut it for you, why not rent a yacht and take it out to sea for a shoot unlike any other? With shockingly blue waters, the JBR skyline and the iconic Palm Jumeirah as your backdrop, you can get creative as you want with your shoot. This option is particularly great for fashion shoots!
Dubai Canal as it gently winds its way through Business Bay, Jumeriah and the Creek is certainly an impressive sight to behold. Plus, the wide spacious promenades located along either side of the canal offer plenty of good spots to photograph against. Keep an eye out for the colourful mechanical waterfall located just where the Dubai Canal meets Sheikh Zayed Road – as it makes for a lovely attraction to take in not only for photography enthusiasts but also for sightseeing visitors.
The brainchild of Dubai-based developer – Meraas, this particular spot is among the city’s hottest leisure destinations taking Dubai by storm and has fast become one of the top spots for a photoshoot. Whether you are looking for quaint tree-lined walkways, funky street art or ethereal fairy lights, Meraas destinations have it all. Meraas Destinations would prove ideal for a romantic pre-wedding photoshoot against the beautiful heritage buildings found at Al Seef or a fun family photoshoot at the welcoming sunny La Mer beach! Some other top locations within Merras destinations to consider for your photoshoot include Bluewaters Island, City Walk and The Beach, JBR.
There is something truly sophisticated about shooting against seemingly endless expanses of meticulously tended slopes! This is why Dubai’s many spectacular golf courses with their vast green spaces would prove ideal for wedding shoots. Plus, the shoot doesn’t have to be monotonous as these links are dotted with picturesque man-made streams and lakes. Some top golf courses to consider include Dubai Creek Golf and Jumeirah Golf Estates.
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