Top things to do in Dubai Marina

About Dubai Marina

Dubai amazes its visitors with a variety of astonishing buildings, and the Dubai Marina area is a true pearl of the city's architectural heritage with the emirate's most beautiful coastline. The Dubai Marina area is located in the west of Dubai, around a man-made harbor 3 kilometers long, between the Jebel Ali and Al Sufouh areas, often included in Jumeirah. At just 4 square kilometers, Dubai Marina is the second-smallest area in the city. The name is not without reason — the word "marina" is translated as "yacht harbor".

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So, what to do in Dubai Marina? The area offers a variety of entertainment for every taste. Families with children, lovers of leisurely walks, nightlife lovers, and extreme sports enthusiasts will all find something to their liking. And, luxury car rental will help you to visit all the sights and not depend on a taxi and get to any point with flying colors.

Below, you will learn more about the interesting Dubai Marina activities prepared for you. And the most comfortable way to get to each of them and further is to rent a premium car. Especially for you, there is a unique offer to rent a car, with a car fleet choice of more than 80 models with minimal mileage to rent without deposit. The rental price already includes:

• 300 km per day,
• full insurance,
• VAT,
• toll roads,
• a fully fueled tank.

Your luxury car can be delivered to any point on the map of Dubai, as well as to the airport, to your hotel, and so on. Payment is accepted by card, cash, and cryptocurrency. You will be allocated a personal manager at your service at any time. Imagine driving a Lamborghini, Ferrari, or McLaren across Dubai and exploring everything you want to in style.

Now, let's get started! We offer you 10 options for how to spend time in this area.

Relax on JBR Beach

One of the best things to do in Dubai Marina is to go to its most famous spot — JBR Beach, which stands for Jumeirah Beach Residence. But be careful, there are two objects in Dubai Marina that are called that way. The first is JBR Beach, a beach in the usual sense of the word — sea, sand, sun loungers on the sand, etc. It takes less than 20 minutes to walk from any hotel in Dubai Marina to JBR Beach. The entire beach is public.

Behind the changing rooms starts “The Beach” — an open-air shopping center built by Meraas Holding, which belongs to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai. Why are we telling you about this? Firstly, you can only walk in swimsuits on JBR Beach, but you can’t on “The Beach”, the security will stop you. Secondly, if a sign contains the word "beach", it does not necessarily point to the beach, it is quite likely to The Beach shopping center, so be attentive.

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JBR beach is about 2 kilometers long. It is superbly equipped — sun loungers, umbrellas, toilets, and changing rooms, lifeguards are on duty, and there are special taps with fresh water to wash the sand off your feet when leaving the beach. Toilets and changing rooms are free, sun loungers and umbrellas are for an additional fee — 100 dirhams for one, 190 for 2. However, no one forbids you to lie on your own towel right on the sand, it is still free.

The range of entertainment on the beach is beyond any estimate. About a dozen water sports centers sell rides on jet skis, "bananas," inflatable boats and water skis on a towboat, and parachute flights over the sea. There are two hundred bars, cafes, restaurants, eateries, and fast food outlets along the beach. We don't recommend bringing alcohol with you. Let us remind you that the beach is a public place, and drinking here is punishable by the criminal code. Locals swarm JBR Beach on weekends and holidays, but it's comparatively empty during the week. So we recommend going elsewhere.

Shop at Dubai Marina Mall

Dubai Marina Mall has a quite convenient location — the shopping center is located in the Dubai Marina area, not far from Marina Beach and the tallest Ferris wheel in the world Ain Dubai. The center is open every day 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; on Fridays and Saturdays, it closes at 11 p.m.

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By local standards, this is a fairly small shopping center (only 36 thousand square meters on four floors), but it will be enough for avid shoppers and entertainment lovers for a couple of evenings. On 4 floors of the center, there are 140 retail outlets. It features stores of such famous brands as Adidas, Diesel, H&M, Ecco, ALDO, SANDRO, GANT, Pierre Cardin, MANGO, Sephora, etc.

After shopping, you need rest and a delicious lunch. Choose according to your mood — the Mall has 21 options where you can have lunch today: from local restaurants to well-known fast food. There are also more exotic places. For example, "Doner and Gyros from Berlin and Chicago" or the Bateel boutique, which sells elite varieties of dates.

When all the purchases are made, go see a new comedy at a six-screen cinema. Dubai Marina Mall is not only a shopping center but also an entertainment center. And for both adults and children. Children will undoubtedly be interested in the large Lego store ,and there are also interesting entertainments, for example, you can ride a red train or jump on trampolines in the children's center Jump’N’Fun.

Take a stroll along the Dubai Marina Walk

The Marina Walk is a popular place for evening strolls, jogging, and cycling. It is a seven-kilometer tree-lined promenade that winds around the architectural marvel of a man-made pier.

The Marina promenade boasts wide walkways lined with lush palm trees and landscaped greenery. Along with the lively atmosphere and stunning views of the marina and glittering skyscrapers, it is the perfect place to take a walk with loved ones. Another must-see photo location is the Dubai Marina Walk fountain, which is close to Emaar's Marina Towers. The dancing fountain is illuminated in the evening, and don’t be surprised to see children splashing around. It also offers a great view of the drone shows that regularly take place here.

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The promenade has a huge number of restaurants and bars right in the open air. Here you can find everything from inexpensive street food to conceptual lounge bars. In total, the area has more than 150 cafes and bistros, 120 restaurants, and about 70 bars for every taste. The choice of alcohol in Dubai Marina is larger than the city average.

Indulge in delicious foods at Pier 7

This is a place of attraction for all gourmets visiting Dubai Marina. These are some of the highest rated Dubai Marina’s restaurants and everyone will find dishes to their taste here. The average bill at Pier 7 starts from 200 dirhams (almost 55 dollars) per person. The complex is situated on a small island in Dubai Marina Bay, close to the mall.

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Each of the 7 floors of Pier 7 has a separate restaurant, a visit to which is a journey through all the cuisines of the world:

• On the 7 floor, the Atelier M restaurant — French cuisine adapted to Islamic norms;
• On the 6 floor, the Asia Asia restaurant — Pan-Asian cuisine;
• On the 5 floor, the Abd el Wahab restaurant — oriental fish cuisine and seafood;
• On the 4 floor, the The Scene restaurant — British cuisine;
• On the 3 floor, the Cargo restaurant — Pan-Asian cuisine, decorated in the style of Hong Kong in the 60s;
• On the 2 floor, the O Cacti restaurant — Mexican and Mediterranean cuisine;
• On the 1 floor, the Fume restaurant — offering guests a variety of original and interesting dishes without a specific national focus.

Panoramic windows allow you to see the cityscape and the Persian Gulf, dotted with hundreds of glittering yachts. Despite the same area and similar views outside the window, each of Dubai Marina’s restaurants at Pier 7 has managed to reflect its identity in the interiors, service, and cuisine.

Have fun, AquaFun

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One of the funniest things to do in Dubai Marina is to go to an inflatable water park, considered to be the largest in the world. The size of the complex is 77 by 35 meters, and the territory can accommodate up to 350 people at a time. It is open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For 155 dirhams (about 42 dollars), you can climb and slide down slides, run and jump on inflatable paths, and have fun jumping and falling into the water. The complex is located in the center of the beach and is clearly visible from any point of view, especially from a bird's eye view, as it says, “I love Dubai.”

Escape the heat in Splash Pad

One of the most popular Dubai Marina activities and a very popular entertainment format in the UAE is a water park where children can frolic with splash pads. Children aged from 1 to 12 are allowed here, the cost is 75 dirhams (20 dollars) for 2 hours or 99 dirhams (27 dollars) for the whole day. If you’re an adult accompanying a child, you get in for free.

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The park has awnings from the sun, the water is heated in the winter months, and lifeguards are on duty. Like AquaFun, Splash Pad is located in the center of the beach. During summer, it is open 9 a.m.-8 p.m., in other seasons, the park closes earlier.

Do you want to go extreme? Try XLINE

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The XLINE Dubai is one of the most extreme things to do in Dubai Marina. It is a real flight between skyscrapers on a special cable, and it is considered the world's longest urban zipline. Its total length is one kilometer, the height difference is 170 meters, and the angle of inclination is 16 degrees. You can accelerate to a maximum of 80 km/h and to 60 km/h in the first 2.5 seconds. Thanks to f two cables, you can ride in a race with a friend.

The cost of the attraction is 650 dirhams (177 dollars), 2 tickets at once — 1200 dirhams (327 dollars). You must order tickets in advance, and before the start, show your passport and go through weighing. Be attentive, there are restrictions:

• age — not less than 12 and not more than 65;
• height — not less than 1 m 30 cm;
• weight — within 50-100 kilograms.

Thanks to the GoPro cameras attached to the helmets, each participant receives photographs and video recordings of their flight as a keepsake.

Swim and dance at Zero Gravity

Zero Gravity Dubai is a stylish and contemporary beach and nightclub located in a picturesque corner of Dubai, right next to the water — between the bustling areas of AL Sufouh and JBR, close to Dubai Media City and Mina Seyahi.

In the evening, it offers unforgettable views of the glowing city, which are impossible to take your eyes off. This is an exclusive and in many ways unique space, where absolute comfort, excellent drinks, unforgettable cuisine, and wonderful music and atmosphere are intertwined.

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There is a 39-meter glass-enclosed pool, creating an incredible feeling of infinity, as well as everything you need for a beach holiday (sun loungers, changing rooms, and a bar). The adjacent beach is an excellent place for traditional passive recreation for lovers of sunbathing and absolute comfort.

It also has a green corner — a real oasis among the sands of the Middle East in general and a large metropolis in particular. The lounge area is the best place for coffee, cocktails, and admiring the landscapes of a wonderful city. And, they have an ultra-modern restaurant, the cuisine of which combines literally everything, from the most exquisite and fashionable dishes of the planet to the usual pizza and steaks.

Take a ride by Dubai Ferry to see the coastal panorama

Dubai Marina area guide offers you to explore a Dubai Ferry which is a service integrated with other types of public transport: metro, buses, and taxis. The goal is not only to provide sea transport but also to attract tourists with the intention of showing them the waters of the UAE.

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Ferries operate in Dubai Bay and along the coast of Jumeirah, serving both residents of the emirate and tourists, and also connect the central areas of the city with island projects: Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebel Ali, Palm Deira, The World archipelago. The cost of the ticket, depending on the season, is $ 55-60.

Dubai Ferry serves 6 routes, including one intercity. The ferry can accommodate up to 98 people, and there are also two wheelchair spaces. There are 4 LCD screens on board, a kiosk with souvenirs and snacks, and toilets. Travel fares can be paid with Nol Silver and Nol Gold cards. The cost of the trip depends on the route and class of the cabin. Kids under two ride for free.

Rent a yacht at Dubai Marina Yacht Club

Dubai Marina Yacht Club is a modern Dubai yacht club near Dubai Marina walk, opened in 2008, it quickly acquired a reputation as one of the most famous private marine clubs in the Middle East. Due to the wide popularity of the yacht club, four more excellent berths were added to the central part of the club. The total length of the berths, which provide excellent protection for vessels and can accommodate up to 500 yachts, is more than 3.5 km. Such a scale, combined with ideal accommodation conditions in the marina, allows this Dubai yacht club to remain unrivaled.

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Currently, Dubai Marina Yacht Club is considered one of the largest private yacht clubs in the world and is widely popular among yachtsmen not only in the Middle East but throughout the world. A number of services are provided to club members: a luxurious five-star hotel, a restaurant, and billiard rooms. Exclusive facilities of the club are libraries and lounges, a Cigar Lounge, a mini-bar and terrace, a spacious living room, and a conference room.

A cozy atmosphere, quality food, and friendly attitude of experienced club staff, who are able to give the best lessons in yacht management — all this makes Dubai Marina Yacht Club the most popular place to register private yachts, as well as one of the best Dubai Marina engagements for a comfortable pastime.

In conclusion, the Dubai Marina area is the most modern attraction of the city. A powerful impression is created by the dynamic silhouette of skyscrapers and apartment buildings against the blue Dubai sky, which is made even more striking at night by the illumination. For tourists, there are always places that are definitely worth visiting. Everything you need is practically within walking distance. Just leave your hotel or apartments, and a lot of entertainment awaits in the neighborhood.