Dubai Marina
At the heart of ‘New Dubai’ the Marina is more than 3 km long and is encircled by a broad, landscaped promenade, a favourite among strollers, walkers, joggers and cyclists. Along the waterfront are numerous restaurants and cafes where you can sit at sunset and watch the surrounding skyscrapers begin to light up to create a spectacular backdrop as the evening dinner cruises glide out to sea.
Ninety percent of the 200 or so skyscrapers surrounding the Marina are residential blocks including Princess Tower, the tallest residential building in the world. Add to that the 40 Jumeirah Beach Residence towers catering for 15,000 occupants and it is not hard to understand why the Dubai Marina district is the most densely populated neighbourhood in the country and such a vibrant community.
The Marina has its own mall with over 130 shops, a supermarket and a six-screen cinema. There are several hotels and clubs buzzing with night life and by day you can hire a boat, take a tour, or catch one of the regular ferries to Dubai’s historic old town of Deira.
Like Jumeirah Lake Towers beyond the Marina, this place is a favourite among singles and young families alike.
Transport & Access
From Dubai Marina it takes roughly 20 minutes to drive to Dubai Mall, 12 minutes to Palm Jumeirah, 19 minutes to Burj Al Arab and 5 minutes to The Walk JBR.*
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is roughly 45 minutes' drive and the new Al Maktoum International Airport is roughly 32 minutes' drive.*
The main north-south highway running through Dubai passes right by the Marina, linking it to all parts of the Emirate and to Abu Dhabi which is about an hour’s drive away.
Unlike many other locations in Dubai, the Marina is a neighbourhood where owning a car is not a prerequisite. It is particularly well served by public transport, having two stations on the metro which runs the length of the city. The Mall of the Emirates is a 15 minute ride, Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa 30 minutes, and the airport just under an hour.
The tram system has helped to ease traffic congestion around the Marina enabling local residents to get about swiftly and easily.
Properties on the Market
Sub-communities
There are eight sub-communities in Dubai Marina. Learn more in the following guides.
Amenities
Pier 7, next door to the mall, describes itself as a ‘seven-storey culinary destination’, while close by is the Dubai Marina Yacht Club.
The many hotels in the area provide plenty of choice for the ever-popular Friday brunches, where for a small fortune hard-working people can enjoy a four-hour eat and drink fest. To recover there are plenty of gyms, health clubs and spas around the Marina, while shared pools and public recreation areas provide open space for relaxation and exercise.
The Walk is a bustling boulevard between nearby Jumeirah Beach Residence and the beach and one of the best places for strolling or just sitting and watching the world go by.
Local shops and outlets
There are 1,097 outlets currently open in Dubai Marina including 370 restaurants, eight ice cream shops, a pop-up shop, two beverage outlets, 97 fashion shops, seven optician & eyewear shops, 15 gifts & entertainment shops, 31 coffee shops, 46 men's salons, 76 ladies' salons, seven home stores, eight cosmetics shops, 12 children's nurseries, 11 perfume shops, 15 cafés, 51 supermarkets, 47 pharmacies, 11 smoking accessories shops, five sweet shops, five art galleries, two beach clubs, 10 car rental shops, 20 medical clinics, eight currency exchanges, 14 massage centres, 26 gyms, seven tailoring shops, 19 real estate offices, 15 laundrettes, a utility shop, a trade outlet, 17 mini marts, two children's play centres, a driving centre, two liquor stores, two veterinarians, six pet shops, two bakeries, five catering kitchens, seven flower shops, two luxury food shops, two nighclubs, a butcher, three games venues, four trade offices, 10 spas, three photo shops, two banks, 10 jewellery/watch shops, five dental clinics, a music school, two sunglass shops, two delivery outlets, two salons, four travel & tourism agents, a marine shop, two yoga studios, a games shop, a print shop, two yacht agents, a health club, a tanning salon, a toy store, a kitchen shop, a post/courier office, a large supermarket, a health food shop, two bookshops, a children's shop, three computer/electronics shops, two sports shops, a furniture shop, a phone shop and a bike/scooter shop.
New outlets in Dubai Marina 2022 & 2023
For a full list and analysis of shops and services in Dubai Marina visit our Dubai Marina amenities page.
Dubai Marina Location
The main north-south highway running through Dubai passes right by the Marina, linking it to all parts of the Emirate and to Abu Dhabi which is about an hour’s drive away.
The map below shows the location of Dubai Marina and just below are summaries of the nearest attractions, parks, beaches, golf clubs and cinemas. For a more in-depth look at the local attractions, and to see what's on in and around Dubai Marina, visit our Things to Do guide.
Local Schools
Dubai Marina has many schools nearby including Emirates International School Meadows at 2.4 km and Regent International School at 3.8 km.
In terms of performance there are eight schools nearby that have achieved either of two highest government inspection rating of 'Very Good' or 'Outstanding' including Dubai British School Emirates Hills which has a rating of 'Outstanding' and Dubai College which also has a rating of 'Outstanding'.
Things to Do
We've partnered with LadiesNightDubai.com and BrunchCrunch.ae to give an overview of the current Ladies Nights and Brunch offers in the vicinity of Dubai Marina. For full nightlife listings and to see what else is happening nearby see the Things to Do page.
Nearby neighbourhoods
Explore communities that are either adjacent or close to Dubai Marina.
Construction History
Dubai Marina in the News
Dubai Marina Buildings
There are 196 building developments in Dubai Marina. For a full list of all Dubai Marina buildings visit our Buildings Guide.
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