Surrounded by the imposing Hajar Mountains, Ras Al Khaimah is the northernmost emirate of the United Arab Emirates and is famed for its golden beaches, crystal-clear waters and dramatic desert scenery. But there’s more to this place than just outdoor activities. Ras Al Khaimah – or simply ‘RAK’ – is awash with world-class museums, serene open spaces and beautiful buildings such as the pearly white Sheikh Zayed Mosque.
To see Ras Al Khaimah looking its best, take a stroll at sunset down the city's Al Qawasim Corniche promenade – a scenic walkway through protected mangroves frequented by both walkers and joggers alike. Other sites of interest include the RAK zoo, the National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah – a small museum housed in an old fort packed with artefacts and trinkets, and Saqr Park – a peaceful spot with wide-open spaces, a playground and even a fairground. For an insight into the region's pearling past, head to Suwaidi Pearls, where you can enjoy a boat ride and an informative tour.
The main draw of Ras Al Khaimah is what's on its doorstep. The mighty Jebel Jais mountain, the UAE's tallest at the height of 1,892 metres, is situated just to the northeast of the city, and it offers you the chance to career down the face of it at 150 kph on one of the world's longest ziplines.
Tonight
From £158 per night
This weekend
From £316 per night
Next weekend
From £59 per night
Most popular time to visit | October–December |
Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
Local currency | AED 10 = £2.19 |
Language | Arabic |
Average weekend price | £149 per night |
Average weekday price | £138 per night |
Typical stay | 1 night |
Al Hamra Mall
14.6 miles from city centre
My rating of Ras Al Kaimah is based solely on Longbeach...
14 April 2024
My rating of Ras Al Kaimah is based solely on Longbeach Campsite and not any of the surroundings. The fees charged by Longbeach Campsite for the unit I hired is ludicrous and I would strongly recommend that no-one book that unit at that price.
Do not book through Booking.
26 March 2024
Do not book through Booking.com as they over charge over hotel tariff and also the hotel doesn't refund in case you shorten your trip. For example the hotel staffs here told me the tariff is actually 160-200 AED and booking .com charged me over 250. I finished the job early and checked out one night earlier but they made me pay for entire period as booking .com had already got their commission .
The Northern Emirates are a real gem, providing a completely...
15 March 2024
The Northern Emirates are a real gem, providing a completely different experience from Dubai/ Abu Dhabi. Because it is close to the mountains and the Omani border, there are new places to visit. Really worthwhile!
Visiting Ras Al Khaimah is like diving into history, nature,...
8 February 2024
Visiting Ras Al Khaimah is like diving into history, nature, and chill-out zones. You can check out old forts and villages, go on exciting desert trips or hikes, and relax on stunning beaches. There are fancy resorts and yummy food everywhere, making it a perfect spot for any traveler. Whether you're up for adventure or just want to relax, Ras Al Khaimah has it all.
Raw Al khaimah is much less impressive than other emirates.
6 February 2024
Raw Al khaimah is much less impressive than other emirates. The city is very widespread. There are few tourist sites. The major attractions are extreme high end resorts and some high adrenaline activities. Buses quite infrequent. Lots of malls.
Im frequently booking in same hotel but since 2023 the...
29 January 2024
Im frequently booking in same hotel but since 2023 the quality of the rooms came down Carpet not clean furniture scratches and toilet not well mentained The overall house keeping and cleaning is bad Feel sorry about it
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