Things to do in Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah Attractions

There are many things to do in Ras Al Khaimah. Many people wonder if RAK warrants a holiday in its own right. We thing its a 3 day excursion or a great relaxation time away. Many wonder whether Ras Al Khaimah Dubai is a place. Ras Al Khaimah is close to Dubai, but worth a visit from Dubai! Here what you things are the best things to do in Ras Al Khaimah:

• This place is all about the outside – the beaches and the lagoons are there to be enjoyed  - get involved in the water activities.
• A must-see is the National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah which is housed in a former royal palace and provides a deep insight on the history and tradition of the region.
• Jazirat Al Hamra is fabled as being an abandoned ghost town – are you man enough to go and check it out?
• Shamal and Sheeba’s Palace could be visited to appreciate the ruins and the tombs.
• Dhayah Fort is the only surviving hilltop fort in the country and should be explored for its uniqueness.
• Hiking in the mountains which would last for a couple of days and visiting the camel races along with the local people.

Some of the famous hotels in the area are the Hyatt Plaza Hotel, Creek Plaza Hotel and Banyan Tree Al Wadi, which happens to be the first desert resort of its kind in the UAE. Our choice is the Al Hamra fort hotel and beach resort – which has been constructed as a fort with the traditional wind towers.  Ras Al Khaimah is an ideal destination to relax for a couple of days nestled amidst ethnic surroundings.