6 of 10 places fit
Open dunes a short drive from RAK city where you can spread a blanket under a fairly dark sky.
A Hajar valley where the surrounding hills block light from nearby towns, with camping and picnic spots by the dam.
Viewing decks at about 1,250 m, above the coastal haze, with free monthly community stargazing evenings that bring telescopes and guides.
The closest properly dark desert to Dubai, with dedicated star and sunset observation decks around the lakes.
Mountain valleys that block city light, about 90 minutes from Dubai, with campsites if you want to stay out late.
A tagged spot in the Razeen desert near the Empty Quarter with essentially no light pollution, reachable without a 4x4.