Dubai Sees Nearly 10 Million Tourists in First Half of 2025, Setting a Strong Pace
Dubai has welcomed an impressive 9.88 million tourists who stayed overnight between January and June 2025. This number is 6% higher than the same period last year, showing that Dubai continues to be a favorite spot for travelers from around the world.
Visitors from Western Europe made up the largest group, accounting for 22% of the total tourists. They were followed by people from South Asia and the combined CIS and Eastern Europe regions, each contributing 15%. The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region added another 11%. Other visitors came from Northeast and Southeast Asia (9%), the Americas (7%), Africa (4%), and Australasia (2%).
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council, shared this exciting news on social media. He said that Dubai is continuously breaking records in international tourism, a clear example of the vision set by Mohammed bin Rashid to make the city an important hub for both business and tourism worldwide.
Last year, Dubai set a new record by receiving 18.72 million tourists, a 9% increase compared to 2023. Hotels in Dubai also performed well, with average occupancy reaching 80.6% in the first half of 2025, up from 78.7% in 2024.
The growth in tourism is supported by the UAE’s business-friendly policies, strategic location, easy visa processes, and welcoming environment for wealthy visitors. Dubai is not only attracting regular tourists but also High Net Worth Individuals who see the city as a valuable destination.
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Dubai Welcomes Almost 10 Million Visitors in First Half of 2025, Growth Continues Strong
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Dubai has attracted nearly 9.88 million tourists who spent the night in the city from January to June 2025, marking an increase of 6% compared to the same time last year. Dubai remains a top destination for travelers worldwide.
The majority of visitors came from Western Europe, making up 22% of the tourists. South Asia and the combined regions of CIS and Eastern Europe each contributed 15%, while the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region accounted for 11%. Other regions included Northeast and Southeast Asia (9%), the Americas (7%), Africa (4%), and Australasia (2%).
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council, announced these figures on social media, praising Dubai’s continuous success in attracting international visitors. This success reflects the vision of Mohammed bin Rashid to make Dubai a global hub for business and tourism.
In 2024, Dubai had already set a new record by hosting 18.72 million tourists, up 9% from the previous year. Hotels also saw higher occupancy rates, with 80.6% in the first half of 2025, compared to 78.7% in the same period of 2024.
The city’s growth in tourism is supported by the UAE’s business-friendly environment, ease of visa access, strategic location, and policies attracting wealthy individuals. Dubai continues to welcome a growing number of tourists and high-net-worth visitors.
