Dhayah Fort
Ras Al Khaimah · Ras Al Khaimah
The only hilltop fort left in the UAE, reached by 239 steps, with a view over the palm groves and the sea.
- Free
- About 1 h
- Moderate
- Needs a car
How it works
Park at the base and climb the stairs, about 15-20 minutes up. There is no ticket. Look round the settlement at the foot of the hill on the way back.
The catch
It is closed on Fridays and Saturdays, and the climb is steep and exposed; go in late afternoon in the cooler months.
Bring
Water and shoes with grip
Checked Nov 2026
The UAE's highest hilltop fort, rebuilt after 1819, looks over palm groves and the sea from the top of a steep stair.
- Free
- About 1 h
- Moderate
- Needs a car
How it works
Drive north from Ras Al Khaimah city to Dhayah and park at the foot of the hill. Climb the stairs to the fort for the view, then come back down.
The catch
The climb is exposed with no shade; go early morning or near sunset in the cooler months.
Bring
Water, grippy shoes
Checked Nov 2026
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Get there
Open: Sun-Thu 9am-5pm, closed Friday and Saturday