The Best of Dubai Marina
Dubai Marina is a symbol of luxury, but also of relaxation and the good life. It’s a beautiful neighborhood where the key word is: strolling! Take the time to walk along the promenades, as this is the best way to soak up the Marina’s atmosphere.
Explore the Dubai Marina neighborhood on foot
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1Dubai Marina Walk
To truly experience this neighborhood, we recommend taking a leisurely stroll along the Marina Walk. Over the course of 3 km, you can admire the marina with its boats on one side and the many restaurants and outdoor seating areas on the other. The atmosphere is especially lively in the evening when everyone gathers for a drink and the harbor lights up. It’s magnificent! Be sure to check out our itinerary below so you don’t miss a thing on this stroll.
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2JBR Beach
JBR Beach is a complex where you’ll find numerous cafes, restaurants, and outdoor seating areas all along the public beach. If you want to go for a swim in the Marina district, this is the place to go. The beach, flanked by high-rises, is popular with both tourists and locals. You can relax there and enjoy Dubai’s beautiful weather—but that’s not all! There are also plenty of activities to choose from: wakeboarding, kayaking, jet skiing, and more.
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3Ain Dubai
Here’s another example of Dubai’s extravagance. Ain Dubai is one of the city’s newest attractions and once again breaks all records. At 250 meters, this observation wheel is the tallest in the world. It’s located on the artificial Bluewaters Island and offers a magnificent panoramic view of the entire Marina as well as all of Dubai. In the distance, you can see the Burj Khalifa and the Burj Al Arab.
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4Boat Cruise from the Marina
As you may have guessed, the Marina is known for its harbor and the famous luxury yachts moored there. So here’s the perfect activity to enjoy it all! There are many cruises that depart from this neighborhood and then travel along the entire coast, all the way to the Burj Al Arab, among other destinations. The cruise we recommend takes place aboard a yacht. Enjoy the magnificent views as well as a meal—either breakfast or a barbecue! The experience is truly wonderful, and best of all, the price is very reasonable.
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5Xline Dubai
Looking for extreme thrills during your stay in Dubai? Here’s the activity for you. Xline Dubai is the world’s longest urban zipline! Cross the entire Marina and beyond on a 1-kilometer zipline ride. You’ll start from a height of 170 meters and can even share the experience with a friend or loved one thanks to the two parallel lines. A unique and thrilling experience!
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6Aquafun Dubai
If you’re traveling with kids, here’s an activity they’ll absolutely want to do! Located out at sea, Aquafun is the world’s largest inflatable water park. Water slides, inflatable structures… it’s a totally wild place. What makes it even more incredible is that, when viewed from above, the slides spell out the word “Dubai.” It’s sure to be a blast for the whole family!
Eating
The Observatory
If you want to get a bird’s-eye view and enjoy this neighborhood from above, keep this spot in mind. This bar and grill lets you dine on a rooftop on the 52nd floor of the building. It offers a panoramic view of the entire city, especially Palm Jumeirah! At sunset, the view is simply incredible. Of course, the prices are a bit high but are still in line with the average for this neighborhood. This restaurant is also highly regarded for its brunch. Be sure to make a reservation if you want to check it out!
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Shopping
Dubai Marina Mall
Although less well-known than Dubai’s other shopping malls, this mall is still well worth a visit if you’re looking for a more intimate setting. It features 160 stores spread across 4 floors. You’ll find a wide variety of stores: clothing, accessories, cosmetics, and more. Its architecture is, of course, as modern and luxurious as ever and matches the style of the rest of the Marina.
The Neighborhood at a Glance
Dubai Marina is located in what is known as “New Dubai”. In fact, it is one of the newest and most modern neighborhoods, built as recently as 1998. Always striving to set new records, the goal was to create the world’s largest marina. Today, it is a very upscale and lively neighborhood in Dubai.
The neighborhood is built around a 3.5-kilometer-long artificial canal. There, you’ll see numerous skyscrapers, mostly residential buildings or luxury hotels.
There are also plenty of outdoor terraces where you can eat or have a drink: the atmosphere is truly lively, especially in the evening when people come out to stroll and enjoy the nightlife.
Dubai Marina: A Great Neighborhood to Stay In
This neighborhood is very well-located for staying in Dubai. In fact, you’re close to all the amenities: beaches, boardwalks, shops, restaurants… It’s truly a very pleasant part of Dubai: you can walk around without cars everywhere, and the atmosphere in the evening is superb.
It’s still a fairly upscale neighborhood, so some accommodations can be quite expensive. But you can still find places to stay at very reasonable prices. That’s exactly what we did, and we were very satisfied!
→For more info on where to stay in Dubai, check out our article on the topic!
Xline Dubai: the world’s longest zip line!
This zip line, which spans 1 km across the city, is a unique Dubai experience! You start at the top of a 170-meter skyscraper and glide for 1 km. You’ll reach speeds of up to 80 km/h! Zipline rides of this size are often found in natural landscapes, but here it’s a completely different experience: you’ll plunge into a futuristic setting, surrounded by modern, luxurious skyscrapers and residential buildings.
Here’s some information you should know before trying this activity:
- You must be at least 12 years old and no older than 60 to participate in the activity
- The minimum height is 130 cm and your weight must be between 50 and 100 kg.
- Allow 1 hour and 30 minutes for the activity from the start of the briefing until you disembark from the zip line.