Travel time is always limited. However, even in four days it is quite possible to get acquainted with a new culture for yourself, because you will do everything to make these days as bright and eventful as possible. So, what to see in Dubai in four days? We have tried to resolve this issue.

First day

The first dive into the cycle of a new city for you is always so exciting! That is why we have prepared for you a list of “basic” attractions that are ideal for exploring Dubai, but at the same time will not allow you to even think that this city is bland, conservative and gray.

Dubai Marina

The architectural originality of this city is beyond doubt, but it is this area that is considered a true pearl of modern architectural thought. The elegance of luxury and the beauty of the coastline make a stunning tandem. The area has a dynamic silhouette, as many buildings are still under construction, but the skyscrapers already stand out quite clearly against the rich blue of the sky or the bright illumination that turns on at night.

Kilometers of footpaths are laid out at the pier, along which you can walk in the morning under the lapping of the waves or in the evening, arranging a date under the moonlight. Be sure to visit the local Palm Islands. These artificial islands, shaped like palm leaves, have become one of the most extraordinary architectural projects of this century, but the only way to really enjoy the beauty of this unusual island is from the air. Fortunately, there is such an option.

Jumeirah Mosque

This mosque adorns the central part of the city. It looks especially impressive at night, when the majestic lines are illuminated by hundreds of lights. Only four years were spent on the construction of the mosque, and this happened not during the time of the Fatimids of the Middle Ages (namely, such an association appears when you first see this architectural monument), but at the end of the twentieth century.

At the same time, up to 1300 believers can be under the arches of the mosque. It is noteworthy that this is the only mosque in the city that is open to non-Muslims. But this is only possible due to the fact that today the Center for Cultural Understanding has been opened at the mosque, the main task of which is to reveal the “true” face of Islam and its tolerance towards other religions.

Jumeirah Open Beach

This public beach stretches along the Palm Islands. It is especially popular among tourists, mainly due to the fact that it is in no way inferior to similar paid beaches, and in some moments is even more comfortable. So, along the coastline there are paths for runners and cyclists. The beach was created artificially. Sand had to be imported directly from the desert, fortunately, the road was not particularly long.

However, such an unnatural origin has its advantages – the beach is cleaned daily with the help of special machines that allow you to clear the entire beach area. It is from this beach that the most beautiful views of the Burj Khalifa, the highest skyscraper in the world, the beautiful port of Rashib and the Parus Hotel, which is difficult to confuse with anything else due to its shape, open up.

Wild Wadi Waterpark

This water park is rightfully considered one of the best water activities in the Middle East. The title uses a combination of English and Arabic. It turned out “Bed of a mountain river”, which fully corresponds to the set of attractions that are presented. Designers tried to make sure that tourists could fully plunge into the extravaganza of the oriental fairy tale about Sinbad, the conqueror of the seas. It is noteworthy that not only adults, but also children can have fun here.

Unfortunately, the most dangerous rides will be closed to guests under 110 centimeters tall for safety reasons. However, special attractions are also open for small travelers, so you won't be bored in any case. Once in Wild Wadi, be sure to visit the most exciting water slide, which has no analogues in the world – the effect of free fall is guaranteed to stick in your memory.

Palm Jumeirah Islands

All the islands of Dubai are the result of human creativity. And they were all created on the basis of one principle: “A place that captures the imagination.” It is worth recognizing that it was possible to fulfill the plan surprisingly completely. Today, the construction of the Palm Jumeirah is fully completed, while the other two are still in various stages of development. The island is shaped like a palm leaf, with hundreds of shopping centers, restaurants and even residential complexes stretching along the “trunk”.

And on seventeen leaves today there are numerous world-class hotels. Is it worth mentioning that it is here that the most luxurious mansions of truly rich people are located. The local waves are quite calm thanks to the “crescent” that protects the island from the violence of the real elements. The island is connected to the mainland by a monorail road and a highway, so getting to Palm Jumeirah should not be a problem.

Butterfly Park

Butterfly Park is often mistaken for an extension of the Wonder Garden, which is not surprising, because the “park” fits in several domes, where conditions are maintained similar to a rainforest. Each dome is a small ecosystem unlike any other. So, in one there are cages with tropical birds, and in the other a tiny waterfall is broken, which fits perfectly into the local surroundings.

There is no need to worry that the beautiful inhabitants of the local fairy-tale world will fly away – all the domes are connected by closed passages. To go from one fairy tale island to another, you don’t have to go outside. The butterflies themselves fly quite calmly and often “travel” on guests. At the entrance to the park, a small but rather unusual museum has been opened – there are paintings “painted” with butterflies.

Flower Park

The Flower Park or the Garden of Miracles is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the flower extravaganza of a real Garden of Eden. Be prepared for the fact that you will have to walk really a lot – the area of u200bu200bthe park is more than seventy thousand square meters. Up to forty-five million flowers can bloom on the territory at the same time, which are decorated in stunning compositions – local flower beds and sculptures are one of the most striking and “fleeting” art objects that history has known.

The park bears little resemblance to a tourist site, rather a full-scale exhibition of “living” art. Do not deprive yourself of the pleasure of walking under the arch of their umbrellas of juicy colors or sitting in arbors that seem to consist of delicate inflorescences. This oasis of fragrant life in the middle of a desert devoid of colors could well pass for a bitter mirage of a companion tired of heat and dear.

IMG Worlds of Adventure Theme Park

This theme park isn't just labeled as an “amusement park“. Such a feature would be insufficient. This place is a real country of entertainment, whose territory is equal to twenty-eight football fields. Dinosaurs roam here in full growth and the Avengers come to life. Any fairy tale literally becomes a reality thanks to the use of modern technologies.

The local rollercoaster accelerates to 100 km/h in just 2.5 seconds. The speed is amazing! It is this fact that allows this roller coaster to maintain the status of the fastest in the world over the past years. Designers and engineers – sometimes thanks to 5D, and sometimes thanks to fine work with metal – were able to create the so-called Lost Valley with seven dozen dinosaurs that “live” here on a permanent basis.

Ancient reptiles move and deafen the surroundings with a loud roar. But such extreme attractions may seem too scary for children – it is better to visit the family zone with them, where the kids will meet the characters of their favorite films and cartoons.

Second day

We suggest you spend the second day in the city more actively, especially since Dubai has all the resources necessary for such an approach to recreation: there is a ski resort, there is a Dolphinarium, there is an Aquapark. And the evening hours can be devoted to the cultural program and visit, for example, the Dubai Opera.

Ski Dubai Ski Complex

This is the only complex in Dubai, which literally has everything – from the track for snowboarding, skiing, etc. to the rope lifts. The scope of the complex also came out quite large. Up to one and a half thousand guests can be here at the same time, but this is not the maximum capacity. It does not matter what time of the year you are in Dubai – winter clothes can be obtained directly on the spot, and therefore it is not at all necessary to bring a jacket and warm shoes with you.

Today, the Ski Dubai complex includes five tracks of different difficulty levels, so both professionals and amateurs will be able to feel quite comfortable. In addition, if you are just learning to stand on a snowboard or ski, you always have the opportunity to use the services of instructors. Do not worry that the little guests of the complex will be bored. There is a kids club on site. While you are conquering the ice peaks, the children will pass the quests of the company of animators.

Observation deck Burj Khalifa

At the Top – this is the name of the once most famous observation deck of the city. It is located on the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa. Many say in all seriousness that a visit is a must if you want to get a complete image of this rapidly developing city. True, a new observation deck was recently opened on the same skyscraper – this time the guests were offered to climb to the 148th floor.

There is a recreation area here, and a stunning urban landscape opens from the panoramic windows. However, if you want to take a closer look at the canvas of the city, it is better to use the interactive screen and take a virtual tour of Dubai. Hurry up to visit this landmark of the Arab metropolis – it has every reason to be inscribed in the Guinness Book of Records.

Burj Khalifa: 124th and 125th floor tickets – US$
37.49 Dubai Aquarium and Burj Khalifa combo tickets – 55.54 US$
Burj Khalifa tickets and tour for 124th, 125th and 148th floors – 105.53 US$
Burj Khalifa 3-course lunch or dinner on the 124th floor US$ 80.53
Aquaventure Water Park ticket US$ 80.19
Helicopter flight from Palma to Burj Khalifa US$ 179

singing fountain

An extravaganza of sound, light and water – this is the Dubai Musical Fountain, whose appearance became possible only thanks to the joint efforts of architects, designers and engineers from sunny California. Its location was not chosen by chance – it basks in the shadow of Dubai's top mega-skyscraper – Burj Khalifa, right in an artificial lake, whose area is twelve hectares. The fountain itself is today considered one of the largest and most powerful in the world.

The design itself is based on the work of specially designed “water robots”, which make the water “dance” in the air. And thanks to the numerous spotlights, the spectacle becomes unforgettable, especially at night. The voices of Andrea Bocelli, Whitney Houston and other world celebrities merge with the sound of falling water, enhancing the already amazing effect to the core.

dubai opera

Thanks to the opening of the Dubai Opera, the metropolis has managed to stand on a par with such theatrical capitals of the world as London's West End and New York‘s Broadway. The project is really huge. The building is a real work of art, both in terms of layout and design, and in terms of technical equipment. In the outlines of the opera, an Arab dhow boat is guessed, and such an association is completely fair.

A gleaming boat of glass and concrete rushes straight into a bright future. At the same time, two thousand spectators can be in the building. And full houses are not uncommon here, because only the most gifted representatives of the elite culture perform here. For example, Placido Domingo, who was called for an encore literally a hundred times after one of his performances in Vienna.

Dolphinarium

Dolphinarium is just a fantastic place to spend your leisure time. Fur seals and bottlenose dolphins are not afraid to act in the light of spotlights and confidently stay on the “arena”. They juggle, dance, play ball, and the most talented even draw! The evening program is somewhat more diverse – it includes numbers with water acrobatics and tricks.

Carefully study the schedule of the dolphinarium – from time to time there are days when guests can swim with the artists. In addition, the dolphinarium owns the only mirror maze in the Emirates, which you can explore before or after the show.

zabeel park

There are quite a lot of green areas in Dubai – such oases in the middle of the desert, where you can take a break from the hustle and bustle of a huge metropolis. And Zabil Park is one of the most picturesque areas. Despite the fact that a fairly busy highway runs through the center of the park, the noise from the roadway is almost inaudible. These two parts are connected with decorative bridges.

Avant-garde style fountains are a real treasure of the park. If you want to have a picnic, Zabil Park will be an ideal option – adults can sit in the barbecue area, and children are guaranteed not to be bored, as there is a special play area for them with carousels, swings and slides. The building of the Starqate entertainment complex, which is also located on the territory, is made in the form of a spaceship with a predominance of the space theme in the design.

The top floor consists of five domes symbolizing the Earth, Mars, Saturn, the Moon and a UFO ship. Thus, children will be able not only to play, but also to significantly expand their knowledge about the structure of the universe.

Dubai Frame

The city has many sensational sights, but this does not mean that local designers will suddenly stop creating. One of the most original recent architectural masterpieces has become the so-called Dubai Frame, which is located on the territory of Zabeel Park. It stands on the “border” between the old city and the modern metropolis, which is more known to tourists. The dimensions are also amazing – the frame is as much as eleven meters higher than the notorious Egyptian pyramids, and this already says a lot.

The project turned out to be extremely expensive, because gilding was used in the cladding. Inside the Frame is not hollow – there is an interactive museum that tells about the history of Dubai. An observation deck is open at the top, which, perhaps, will cause more emotions than all other observation decks in the city, because the floor here is made of glass.

Aquarium

The world's largest Aquarium is located in Dubai, which confirms the Guinness King of Records. It is difficult not to find it – the Aquarium is part of the Dubai Mall complex. This three-story structure has become home to more than thirty thousand sea creatures that are adjacent to each other. A glass tunnel is laid through the entire length of the Aquarium, which allows you to get to know the local inhabitants as closely as possible.

The kings of selfies and photos are usually extremely “cheerful” stingrays. It is noteworthy that here you can not only admire the marine inhabitants from a distance and hunt for colorful pictures, but also personally dive into the water to swim among the sharks. If you are a certified diver, you can do this underwater trip on your own, but if you are not experienced, you will have to take training before diving.

Zoo

This is one of the first zoos in the Arabian Peninsula. Its laying became possible only thanks to the initiative of businessmen in the seventies, then the zoo came under the jurisdiction of the state. Once here, you involuntarily experience surprise – no palm trees. Deciduous trees familiar to any European create shady alleys. The zoo is extremely comfortable, but somewhat chaotic.

The enclosures are located without any clear system, and therefore the ostriches living next to the striped predators have long been accustomed to growling neighbors and have ceased to hide their heads in the sand. The territory of the zoo is not too big, but at the same time, the animal diversity is more than complete – 230 species of animals live here, as well as 400 species of reptiles.

Be especially careful with what you wear. The zoo has a very strict dress code, and therefore it is better to refrain from bare shoulders and legs.

Green Planet

Another very futuristic complex is a living copy of the Amazon rainforest – the Green Planet. The glass building surprises with the innovation of the author's solution – it looks like a huge sparkling origami module. However, it was this ancient art that became the source of inspiration for the architect. The complex occupies four floors, which managed to accommodate copies of 3,000 representatives of the flora and fauna of South America.

This entertainment complex is of interest mainly to schoolchildren and tourists who are fascinated by nature. Sloths sleep on the branches, winding staircases encircle the trees, toucans dine quietly, prickly porcupines try to hide from the scorching summer heat. The green planet is a real separate world, a visit to which should definitely be included in the Dubai acquaintance program.

glowing garden

This literally unique LED complex is located on the territory of Zabeel Park, in the shadow of the Emirates Towers, which are a tourist attraction in their own right. Engineers and designers from all six continents took part in its creation. The main goal was to demonstrate the unique charm of Dubai. It is worth starting with the fact that the Luminous Garden is a completely ecological project.

All thirty-two installations were made from recycled materials, as well as old medical bottles. In order to save energy, it was decided to use LED lighting. Some of the sights open today for viewing have already been inscribed in the Guinness Book of Records. It is better to come to the park closer to 5-6 pm in order to have time to see the “inhabitants” of the Dino camp.

Such a trip will make a special impression on young travelers – huge ancient dinosaurs are made in full size (as the creators assure). Thanks to modern technology, fearsome reptiles move and even roar. Of the more peaceful inhabitants of the Glowing Garden, it is worth mentioning the “talking” trees and flowers.

The third day

You have already managed to get acquainted with the modern city in its various manifestations. It's time to plunge even deeper and find out what the city was like before, get acquainted with its traditions and crafts.

Historical center of Bastakia

Bastakia, as a district, is original. It contrasts sharply with the ultra-modern buildings that are more characteristic of this city. This area is located along Dubai Creek. If you want to get here, you have to get to the old Dayra by metro. You should get off at the Historic Bastakiya station, which is also interesting for tourists with its design.

Bastakiya is dominated by sand-colored buildings in authentic Arabic style, wind towers and narrow strips of lanes. The development of the area took place mainly at the end of the seventeenth century. At the end of the last century, when office buildings were massively erected in the city, the buildings of Bastakiya were under the threat of destruction. The city authorities, fortunately, discovered the fallacy of their actions in time, and part of the area was saved.

Dubai Museum

This museum, as it should be, is located in the oldest building in the city – Al-Fahidi Fortress, which was built in 1787. If you are planning a visit to this monument, make sure you have plenty of time, because the fortress is a large-scale kaleidoscope reflecting the life of the city before oil was discovered in this region. The museum's galleries are by no means modest.

They feature real Arab houses in full size, reconstructed entire markets and even date plantations. Port and desert landscapes were recreated with special trepidation, without which the city would lose a part of itself. Another interesting permanent exhibition is the pearl exhibition. Here are the pearls themselves, as well as the tools necessary for their extraction: scales, sieves, and so on.

Sheikh Said House Museum

Every tourist who comes to the Arab East is simply obliged to visit the real house of the sheikh. Fortunately, the city is ready to provide you with such an opportunity. The house-museum is located on the Shindaga Peninsula. The ancestors of the currently ruling Sheikh rebuilt this house. So, the grandfather of Sheikh Mohammed lived here all his life and died on the island. Because of the sheikh's love for this place, government meetings were usually held right on the island.

And today, tourists will have a great opportunity to see with their own eyes those halls where the fate of the entire state was decided for almost a century and a half. In terms of construction, the Sheikh Said House Museum is no different from hundreds of similar residential buildings: it has thirty rooms in plan and was built from coral mined in the Persian Gulf.

However, all rooms are literally saturated with the spirit of the ruling dynasty. This monument is an architectural reserve. There is also a wide exhibition of photographs and lithographs dedicated to the everyday life of the last century.

Pearl Divers Village

The village is a real open-air museum. It is located in one of the oldest districts of the city – in Al-Shindag. At the initiative of the city authorities, it was decided to recreate the traditional settlement here. It happened at the end of the last century. The result came out amazing! Today, here you can get acquainted not only with the architecture of the Bedouin settlement, but also with their culture and art.

Here live the masters of pottery and weaving, whose work you can watch. Guests can visit the pearl exhibition, try themselves as hunters, and also ride camels. If you get hungry, visit one of the authentic Arabic restaurants that are plentiful in the village, and be sure to try dosa, lentil flour flatbreads. It's usually not very busy here.

The exception is the time when archery masters gather in the village as part of the annual Dubai Eid festival.

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Women's Museum

It would seem that a museum of women, quite unexpected for the United Arab Emirates, opened in the Duira area. In order not to get lost in the city, focus on the Gold Market. The museum was opened at the initiative of Rafia Obaid Gubash, who wanted to demonstrate that women are not an isolated part of society. On the contrary, they are its significant and more than active component.

The exposition of the museum includes numerous traditional jewelry and costumes, perfumes and linens, household utensils – everything that surrounds Arab women. Visitors can also see numerous photographs and documents that show that women played a significant role in the political life of the state.

You can also see an impressive collection of women's passports, thanks to which you can clearly track how the status of a woman changed from a housewife to an equal owner of real estate.

Moroccan baths in the Beauty Palace

A visit to the Moroccan baths will take about two hours – two hours of complete relaxation, both physical and spiritual. The premises of the palace are saturated with the aroma of incense. Treatments begin with skin cleansing with dry and wet steam. In order for the procedure to have the maximum effect, incense and special compositions are used, which are made by hand according to old Moroccan recipes.

Then you can relax in the sauna, swim in the salt water pool or spend time alone with yourself in the relaxation room. Local masters will conduct wellness treatments for hair, make you a manicure or pedicure. To visit the Moroccan baths, you need to bring a swimsuit and beach accessories with you, since the Beauty Palace also owns a stretch of the coast.

Night city tour with boat trip

After a busy day of sightseeing followed by a Moroccan bath, you will feel pleasantly tired. To slightly prolong the effect of being in an Arabian fairy tale, you just need to plunge into a new dream – into the world of a cool Arabian night. The tour is designed for 4-5 hours, and it will be the real culmination of the evening. You can start with a show of singing fountains.

Then, in the company of a guide, you will find yourself in the world of the oriental night bazaar, and this is more than a memorable sight. The Souq al-Bahar market will retain its lively and business-like atmosphere even at this time of day. And then the brightest part of the evening will begin – a boat trip along the most colorful quarter of the city. It is proposed to end the night on the forty-fourth floor of a skyscraper. The whole city will be at your feet.

Fourth day

You simply must turn the last day in the city into an adventure – after all, you are still in the fairy-tale world of an Arab fairy tale! And what is a fairy tale without adventures? Unless it's bad. We have collected for you the most interesting interactive excursions that Dubai is ready to offer you!

Excursion Six Emirates

This group bus tour lasts 12 hours. It includes a visit to the Six Emirates, a walk around which will help you get a little closer to the uniqueness of this country. The first on the account will be brilliant Dubai – the world of futurism in the middle of a scorching desert. It will be followed by Sharjah, one of the most important ports in the country. It is here that the largest mosque in the Middle East and ancient watchtowers are located.

Ajman is known mainly for the fact that traditional sailboats for the Emirates – dhows are still being made here. And they do it using the same technologies as five centuries ago. El Fujairah will be remembered for its rugged mountains that stretch all the way to the Indian Ocean, as well as a visit to the hotel, which belongs to the ruling sheikh. Here you can have lunch. After a hearty lunch, Ras al-Khaimah awaits you with its ancient city of Julfar, as well as Umm al-Qaiwain, which will close this excursion.

desert safari

Five and a half hours in the middle of a hostile desert – how do you like this vacation option? High dunes and dunes will rush past the windows of a comfortable SUV. If you are a fan of extreme sports, quad bikes or camel riding are waiting for you. Don't worry, there will be a number of stops in order to take colorful pictures.

Desert sunset photos are usually especially beautiful. You will meet the evening already in the Bedouin village, where an enchanting fire show will take place. Here – right under the bright stars – you can enjoy barbecue, national sweets and hookah. If you wish, you can take a couple of pictures in Arabic traditional clothes and leave a henna tattoo as a keepsake.

Oasis city of Al Ain

This city is known mainly as a resting place for sheikhs who are tired of cities made of glass and concrete. Sand castles and evergreen trees help to create a concentrated atmosphere of the East. This ten-hour excursion will be very eventful. The main highlight of the program is the palace-museum, which outwardly resembles a fort with all its battlements and watchtowers.

In fact, this is a mini-city with its own collection of weapons, cars, a school and a Koran hall. Next, a visit to the hot springs formed after the volcanic eruption is planned. Local waters have healing properties due to the presence of sulfur and mineral compounds in their composition. The springs are equipped with a traditional Arab bath.

During the journey, a stop will be made at Mount Jebel Khalifa. It is always cool here because of the high altitude, and the view of Oman and the United Arab Emirates is truly amazing. The tour ends with a visit to the largest zoo in the Middle East.

Travel to Abu Dhabi

Only thirty years ago there was a tiny fishing village on the site of the ultra-modern city. What now? The concentration of the most original architectural solutions that can only be found in the Emirates. This 8-hour tour will include a number of iconic sights. Abu Dhabi has its own Louvre, which actually houses exhibits from the iconic museums of France: Versailles, the Louvre itself, as well as the Center Georges Pompidou.

The Arab Louvre itself is an impressive architectural structure with a network of water channels, as well as an openwork dome that literally “floats” above the building. The Sheikh Zayed Mosque is another grandiose ensemble whose elements were included in the Guinness Book of Records. You can also visit the local “Leaning Tower of Pisa” and the bridge, which was built according to the drawings of Zaha Kadid, and she, in turn, continues to hold the title of queen of architecture. She was inspired to create the bridge by the scenery of the sand dunes.

Evening lights of Dubai

It is difficult to associate such a thing as “charm” with evening Dubai. It's too soft. Dubai does not enchant, no. It is stunning – with light, scope, surrealism. This tour is designed for five hours, during which you will be able to learn more about the present and the past of the city. The tour will focus on several objects from the “must-seen” series, as well as more information about the history of their construction.

Of course, this list includes the frame of Dubai, which combines dogmatic antiquity and more liberal modernity; Dubai Marina – a fashionable marina with stunning views of skyscrapers; Dubai Venice – an area with narrow streets in the atmosphere of old Arabia, where you can find everything from household utensils and bright clothes to family coffee recipes; The Palm Jumeirah is a palm-leaf-shaped island that hardly needs any further description. The tour will end with a visit to the Oceanarium, as well as a walk at the Singing Fountains.

How to get from the airport to the center

There are several options for getting from the airport to the city center. Let's take a look at them in a little more detail. Please note that the city has an excellent public transport infrastructure, which will be comfortable if you have relatively few things. If you are traveling with bulky luggage, it is better to take a taxi or book a transfer.

The bus is the best option, because they also run at night. However, waiting times may vary. During the day – no more than 7 minutes, at night – about 20. Bus routes are designed in such a way as to cover the main hotels of the city.

Choose the bus number according to the area you want to go to. Keep in mind that if your hotel is located in the central part of the city, you will pay no more than $ 2, but the road to more remote hotels can cost several times more.

Metro

Fortunately, the local subway is not as complicated as in Tokyo. There are only two branches – red and green. Everything is quite simple: if you need to be in the center – choose the red line, if in other areas – the green one will do. Trains run frequently, and the journey takes an average of up to forty minutes. There is a slightly different fare system from ours.

The cost of the trip depends on the zones. So, a trip to the center usually includes 3-4 zones, which will cost you $ 1.6, but if we are talking about other areas, the payment will rise. Also keep in mind that the metro does not run at night.

Taxi and transfer

Oddly enough, transfers and taxis are hardly less popular than other means of transportation. Mainly due to the fact that night traffic around the city is still not so stable, and a trip by car is in any case more comfortable than by the same bus. On average, even taking into account the fact that you are likely to get stuck in a traffic jam, the road to the center will take no more than forty-five minutes, but the fare will immediately increase.

The trip usually costs $36. However, if you do not feel very confident in the city, are not friends with maps, or travel with children, such an “extra charge” will justify itself. So you are guaranteed to get where you need to go. In order not to waste time trying to “catch” a car, you can use the application and order a Qiwi taxi.