
10 Places In The UAE That HH Sheikh Mohammed Has Visited In 2023
From the recent GITEX exhibition to the Dubai World Cup, Bazaar Arabia shares all the details here…
Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is the visionary leader and the driving force behind the nation’s success. This year, HH Sheikh Mohammed visited on a number of destinations within the UAE, exploring, embracing, and nurturing the diverse facets of this remarkable country.
From attending important events to visiting some of the city’s most popular spots, Bazaar Arabia shares 10 locations in the UAE where His Highness has been spotted in 2023.
10 Places In The UAE That HH Sheikh Mohammed Has Visited In 2023
GITEX GLOBAL
On October 16, His Highness inaugurated this year’s GITEX GLOBAL exhibition at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The world’s largest tech show, GITEX GLOBAL is hosting over 6,000 exhibitors and 180,000 tech executives from 180 countries in total.

Atlantis The Royal
In January, HH Sheikh Mohammed visited the newly-launched Atlantis The Royal, a luxury resort located on the Palm Islands. With unique architecture and world-class facilities, Atlantis The Royal attracts a number of international guests, promoting the tourism industry in the UAE.
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid visits Atlantis The Royal, a new iconic landmark on Dubai’s ?? Palm Jumeirah Island ?️ @RoyalAtlantis pic.twitter.com/RqXHze9y3I
— حسن سجواني ?? Hassan Sajwani (@HSajwanization) January 21, 2023
Al Shindagha Museum
In March 2023, HH Sheikh Mohammed explored Al Shindagha Museum located in Dubai’s historic Al Fahidi district. The Emirati Royal toured the museum and learned more about the ancient relics that represent the UAE’s past and tell its story of becoming.
أدعو الجميع لزيارة متحف الشندغة والتعرف على جزء من تاريخ دبي الممتد عبر مئات السنين .. وأدعو الجميع لترسيخ جذورنا وهويتنا وتاريخنا في عقول أبنائنا .. pic.twitter.com/Aoaa3XPn53
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) March 6, 2023
Mall of the Emirates
HH Sheikh Mohammed was spotted walking around Mall of the Emirates this May. Onlookers were surprised as they saw His Highness casually entering stores in a shopping mall that is usually busy and crowded.
اليوم وانا اتمشى ويا أسرتي في امارات مول شفنا الشيخ محمد يمشي بكل بساطة بين الناس بدون حراسة وإغلاق الممرات والطرق مثل ما يحصل في أغلب البلدان
فقلت ليش لا؟ مادام الحاكم عادل وضابط المؤسسات وكل متعامل ماخذ حقه ولا يوجد تقصير وأبواب الشكاوى مفتوحة للجميع ويتم الرد عليها بأسرع وقت pic.twitter.com/LN01qTx4K1
— خالد بن ثاني (@k_b_th) May 30, 2023
Dubai Metro
Dubai’s Roads and Transports Authority captured a video of HH Sheikh Mohammed enjoying a metro ride through Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road in July. The Royal was seated in gold class and was appreciating Dubai’s breathtaking skyline.
صاحب السمو الشيخ محمد بن راشد ال مكتوم، نائب رئيس الدولة رئيس مجلس الوزراء حاكم دبي (رعاه الله)، خلال تجوله في دبي مستخدماً مترو دبي.
HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, tours #Dubai using #DubaiMetro. pic.twitter.com/xjuJT6OAM7
— RTA (@rta_dubai) July 14, 2023
Dubai World Cup
HH Sheikh Mohammed attended the 27th Dubai World Cup held at the Meydan Race Course in March. The Royal was accompanied by his family and captured photos with the jockey and trainer of the winning horse.

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
In July, HH Sheikh Mohammed visited the first marine life theme park in the UAE, and the first SeaWorld outside the USA, in Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island. During his trip, His Highness learned about the different facilities at the park and its efforts in conserving marine life.

Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre
In April, HH Sheikh Mohammed announced the new Emirati Lunar Mission Rashid 2 at the MBRSC. His Highness met with the team behind the first Rashid rover and assured them about his goals to make the UAE a leading contender in space exploration.

Dubai Marina
The Middle East’s largest maritime event, the Dubai International Boat Show 2023 took place in March at Dubai Marina. HH Sheikh Mohammed visited the waterfront promenade and toured the various boats and yachts in the exhibition, learning about its different features and components.

Hatta
HH Sheikh Mohammed’s ongoing project to convert Hatta into a tourist hub brought the Royal to the rustic exclave to discuss construction progress and future plans. His Highness met with Hatta’s development team in February and discussed the creation of the Hatta Souq and Heritage Village.
