How to Save Money in Dubai with the Nol Travel Card

Tourists visiting Dubai now have a powerful tool to make their trip more affordable, thanks to a smart card launched by the city’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The Nol Travel Card is a special tourist version of the standard transit card, designed to provide significant savings on both public transportation and popular attractions throughout the emirate.

This single card serves as an all-access pass to Dubai’s entire public transport network, including the metro, trams, buses, water taxis, and even some RTA taxis. It also allows users to pay for public parking. By using the card, visitors can navigate the city cheaply and efficiently, avoiding long queues for individual tickets.

Beyond transportation, the card’s real value lies in the extensive discounts it unlocks. Integrated with the Nol Pay app and the noltravel.ae platform, the card offers instant access to savings worth up to 17,000 dirhams. These promotions include deals at ROXY Cinemas, major hotel chains like InterContinental and Holiday Inn, and a wide array of participating restaurants, cafes, and retail stores.

The Nol Travel Card package is available for a one-time cost of 200 dirhams. This initial purchase includes 19 dirhams of pre-loaded transport credit and provides access to the vast portfolio of partner discounts and over 40 offers. It effectively consolidates travel, shopping, dining, and leisure into one convenient tool. The card can be purchased at Zoom stores, Europcar desks at Dubai International Airport, and select travel agencies. Upon obtaining the card, tourists simply need to activate the offers via the app or website to start saving immediately.

Source: Gulf News