Dubai Transport
There are a variety of ways in which you can get around Dubai. Dubai has a large taxi fleet, many of which will beep you if they see you walking. You can also call Dubai Transport (tel: 208 0808) for a taxi. Only the beige-coloured Dubai Transport taxis are allowed to pick up passengers at the airport.
On the other hand, cars are available for hire from car rental companies for visitors who have an international driving license. Renters must produce their passport along with a valid license.
Local buses operate out of stations in both Deira and Bur Dubai. Numbers and routes are posted on the buses in English as well as Arabic. Free route maps are available at both bus stations.
Dubai also has tourist bus companies offering visitors tours showing the major highlights around the city.
Construction of the Dubai Metro is also well under way, with the first line, linking Rashidya and Jebel Ali in operation since September 2009. It is yielding a world class, fully automated driverless system. Further information can be obtained by visiting
http://www.mymovedubai.com/my-arrival/transportation/DubaiMetro.html.
For more information on getting around Dubai, visit www.rta.ae