Places to Visit in Ras Al-Khaimah

Ras al Khaimah also popularly known as RAK is one of the most interesting and naturally rich Emirate in the UAE. RAK also has one of the most interesting history involving wars, pirates, pearl diving, British invasion, The geography of RAK includes mountains, oasis, islands, hot water springs, and incredible beaches. The geography is bristle with old forts, mosques and historical villages. These are some of the most prominent places to visit in Ras al Khaimah. Other popular Ras al Khaimah tourist places include nature escapes among the various wadis, mountains, oasis, and leisurely hot water springs. The hot water springs are a major attraction for residents of UAE as well as neighboring country of Oman to visit Ras al Khaimah. The gifts of nature are abundant here and the government has developed some fantastic adventure activities amidst the mountains and valleys. One such adventurous Ras al Khaimah tourist spot is the Jebel Jais Flight, which is the world’s longest zip-line. You can also explore nature by hiking, cycling, or even off-roading in the mountains and the desert. Even while on adventure you visit historical and leisurely places to see in Ras al Khaimah. The list of Ras al Khaimah tourist attractions actually depends on what kind of experience you want to draw from this Emirate. The best places to visit in Ras al Khaimah are located in the city of RAK as well is the rocky mountains and the delightful wadis. If you visit Ras al Khaimah for long, you can explore all of these. If not pick those which you wouldn’t find elsewhere.

Things to do in Ras al Khaimah

Historical Places, Monuments & Museums to Visit in Ras al Khaimah

1. Dhayah Fort
2. National Museum of Ras al Khaimah
3. Mohammad Bin Salim Mosque
4. Al Qassimi Palace
5. Sheikh Zayed Mosque
6. Al Jazirat al Hamra
7. Masafi Fort
8. Husn al Shimal Fort
9. Naqbi Tower
10. Ras al Khaimah Pearl Museum
11. Shimal Village

Nature & Wildlife Tourist Spots to Visit in Ras al Khaimah

1. Hatta Wadi
2. Wadi Shawka
3. Khatt Hot Water Springs
4. Jebel al Jais Mountain
5. Hatta Lake
6. Wadi Bih
7. Wadi Naqab
8. Wadi Asimah
9. Hidden Oasis
10. Jebel Yanas Mountain
11. Hajar Mountains

Entertainment & Leisure Tourist Spots in Ras al Khaimah

1. Al Marjan Island
2. RAK Nature’s Treasure
3. RAK Zoo
4. Bedouin Oasis Camp
5. Bassata Desert Village
6. Al Rams Corniche
7. RAK Track
8. Al Qaawasim Corniche
9. Suwaidi Pearls
10. Saqr Park
11. Qalat Dhaya
12. Jasim’s Wild Life Park
13. Saraya Island
14. Fly Fish Water-sports Club
15. Al Sawan Camel Race Track
16. Ritz-Carlton Ras al Khaimah, Wadi Desert
17. Iceland Water Park
18. Saqr Park
19. Fun City
20. Waldorf Astoria Spa
21. Avitane Spa
22. Anjana Spa
23. La’mar Spa
24. Double Tree Spa
25. The Riz-Carlton Spa
26. Hilton Spa

Shopping in Ras al Khaimah

1. Old RAK Souq
2. Kuwaiti Souq
3. Al Manar Mall
4. Safeer Mall
5. Al Hamra Mall

Beaches in Ras al Khaimah

1. Al Rams Beach
2. Ras al Khaimah Beach
3. Al Mairid Beach
4. Flamingo Beach

Offbeat Places & Adventure Things to Do in Ras al Khaimah

1. Jebel Yibir
2. Jebel Jais Flight
3. Jais Sky Tour
4. Hatta Water Dam
5. Awafi
6. Hatta Mountain trail
7. Jebel Jais Trail
8. Stairway to Heaven Start
9. Sun Shine Camp
10. Challenging Adventure
11. Donkey Path Trail
12. Showka Bicycle trail
13. Jebel Jais Via Ferrata

Food, Dining, Restaurants, & Street Food in Ras al Khaimah

1. Basilico
2. The Huddle Sports Bar
3. Claypot Restaurant
4. Aqua Pool Bar
5. Magnifique Brunch
6. Little Chef’s Brunch in Cinnamon
7. Second Cup
8. Ristretto Cafe
9. Lobby Lounge
10. Islander’s Coffee House
11. Cest la vie Cafe
12. BN Cafe
13. Tucano Cafe
14. Le Diwan Lounge
15. ShoFee Lounge
16. X.O. Bar
17. White Bar
18. The Village English Pub
19. The Bay Sports Bar
20. SOL Beach Lounge
21. Scirocco
22. Samar Lounge
23. Rio Beach Bar
24. Marjan Pool Bar
25. Breaker’s Beach Bar & Lounge
26. Boardwalk
27. Al Bahar Rooftop
28. Champs Sports Bar
29. Dome Lounge
30. Breeze
31. Belgian Beer Cafe
32. Treetop Bar
33. Trader Vic’s Mai Tai
34. Zajal Restaurant
35. Yansoon
36. The Village Restaurant
37. Sanchaya
38. Safron
39. Pura Vida
40. India Palace

How to Reach Ras al Khaimah?

By Air

You can directly fly to Ras al Khaimah via Ras al Khaimah or RAK International Airport.

By Road

Ras al Khaimah shares border with Oman and has excellent road connectivity. You can also reach Ras al Khaimah via other Emirates of UAE. You will also get public and private bus transport service from other Emirates to Ras al Khaimah.

By Water

Water routes are not open for passenger boats at any Ras al Khaimah dock.