SHOPPING
The Souks
The souks on both sides of the Creek are attractive not just for their shopping bargains but also as places for the sightseer and photographer.
Deira City Centre
Whether you’re a resident of Dubai, on a weekend break or enjoying a fortnight’s holiday, Deira City Centre has plenty to offer you - a choice of over 300 superb shops, restaurants, fast food outlets, a children’s entertainment centre, Sofitel City Centre Hotel, the Jewellery Court, Arabian Treasures offering home furnishings, antiques, gift items and carpet and the Textile Court offering the latest range in fabrics.
BurJuman Centre
The residence of high-fashion BurJuman brings the world before your eyes. Here’s where the world’s leading brands mingle comfortably with one another. Louis Vuitton, Dior, Hermes, Valentino, Emanel Ungaro, Loewe, Etro, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Christian Lacroix, Salvatore Ferragamo, Just Cavalli, and many more.
Khan Murjan
Legends from the late 14th Century tell of an ancient souk called Khan Murjan that inspired all who came upon its architectural splendour - the handcrafted marble floors, intricate wall friezes and the exquisite roofing that created rainbows upon the traders below. Eventually the sands of time swallowed the magic of Khan Murjan...until now.
Souk Madinat Jumeirah
A colourful and vibrant market or part of a market in an Arabian city. Lively trading culture, animated, interactive.
Meandering paths lead visitors through a bazaar-like atmosphere in which open fronted shops and intimate galleries spill onto the paved walkways.
The sounds of craftsmen and women at work combine with the aroma from street cafés and boutique restaurants. At Souk Madinat Jumeirah, the emphasis is on unique brands, crafted quality and an interactive experience.
Mall of Arabia
The Mall of Arabia opened in 2008 and is wholly unique in terms of its sheer size, capacity and diversity. It is destined to become one of the world’s finest shopping resorts. With more than 1,000 retail outlets, each offering diversity and variety, two rooftop hotels, the incredible Restless Planet ‘edutainment’ experience, and waterfront al fresco dining and entertainment experiences for the entire family, the Mall of Arabia will be a ‘retail resort’ to please everyone.
Festival Centre - Dubai Festival City
Rising along the banks of the historic Dubai Creek, Festival Centre is Dubai’s unrivalled waterfront destination for style and sophistication, showcasing an exciting selection of prestigious retailers, an international gourmet culture and a world-class entertainment retreat. Located at the heart of Dubai Festival City, Festival Centre will total upon completion 2.8 million sq ft of leasable space, with over 600 shops including 25 flagship stores, over 100 restaurants, cafes and bistros, a 12 screen Grand Cinemas complex, Bowling City and a vast entertainment centre and parking for 13,000 cars.
Today guests can browse over 400 world-leading brands offering a rich diversity of fashion, jewellery, home accessories, toys and gifts for every occasion.
Indulge yourself in your favourite shops and enjoy the best retail and entertainment experience the region has to offer and live a more colourful life!
Ibn Battuta Mall
Ibn Battuta Mall, the world’s largest themed shopping mall is revolutionizing the retail and entertainment experience in Dubai. Uniquely designed to celebrate the travels of the famous Arabic explorer Ibn Battuta, the exciting mix of over 275 retailers, 50 restaurants and food outlets, 21 cinema screens including the UAE’s only IMAX theatre and a continual array of events and promotions have helped evolve and develop one of the city’s fastest growing areas.
Emirates Towers Boulevard
The Shopping Boulevard links the Emirates Hotel and Office towers, and is mapped out over two floors. As befits the location, this is a place for some serious, smart shopping. Designer-label boutiques Ð superstars Gucci, Giorgio Armani, Yves Saint Laurent and leather accessory store Bottega Veneta Ð dominate the ground floor.
Al Mulla Plaza
Shopping mall gets a new look
The mall recently underwent extensive internal renovations, which included changing the existing window displays, floor tiles etc. The mall also features a new fountain that goes along the spirit of the 21st century.
Al Manal Centre
Al Manal Centre is especially well known for the excellent textile shopping it provides. In its 97 shops you can also find excellent buys in fashion, casual or sportswear, perfumes, cosmetics, watches, jewelry, textiles, lingerie or more.
Al Mamzar Shopping Centre
One of the unique new shopping destination in the UAE. Al Mamzar Shopping Centre covers an area of 53.000 sq.ft. of retail, includes 2 level shopping galleries, 65 shops,7000 sq.ft excellent Food Plaza which offers intercontinental cuisines, Kiddie Land Spacious Family Entertainment Centre and underground parking offering over 300 parking spaces and exclusive Health Spa.
Al Kahleej Centre
Designed and furnished with no expense spared, Al Khaleej Centre is home to over a 100 retail units varying from 200 to 6000 sq.ft.
The shopping centre features a "Food Court" offering a wide selection of cuisines to choose from blended with panoramic views. An astonishing array of exotic fish can be seen at the aquarium.
Al Ghurair City
Al Ghurair City offers shoppers a unique experience unlike any other mall in the region. Located in Rigga Road in the heart of Deira, the mall is also a short taxi ride from historical attractions in the area such as the Dubai Museum which is not to be missed and the famous Gold Souk. Alternatively, why not take a ride on a traditional abra on the creek as you watch the magnificent sunset. Combining Arabic inspired landscapes, exciting streetscapes, the best in entertainment and food, and today’s most popular brands, Al Ghurair City provides the ideal high street shopping experience in comfortable surroundings.
With a range of international high street brands such as French Connection, Guess, Esprit, Baby Phat Farm, Mexx and La Chateau to name just a few, offering the very best in contemporary fashion, shoppers will be spoilt for choice. Choose from an extensive collection in business wear, evening gowns or casual attire. For those with a creative flair, unique designs can be made using an unparallel selection of the finest materials. Visit the city's finest textile manufacturers such as Laurent, Majestic, Louloua or Verona for an exceptional collection of bright colors and luxurious fabrics.
Al Bustan Centre
The luxurious residential, shopping and entertainment complex comprises of 640 suites, a comprehensive shopping mall with over 80 outlets and one of the biggest indoor amusement arcades in the United Arab Emirates.
Abraj Centre
The long established Deira Souk area has become the host to a brand new, modern commercial innovation - the Abraj. An elaborate and futuristic finish gives the new building an imposing and modernistic feel, with a wide range of retail outlets covering three floors, a food court, and spacious offices with panoramic views, and 24 hour security and maintenance services.
The Dubai Mall
After the opening last November 08 of The Dubai Mall, one of the world’s largest shopping complexes, Dubai’s retail sector is continuing to push itself forward with the launch of several large new shopping centres.
Abu Dhabi Mall
The Abu Dhabi Mall opened to public on 15th April 2001, and spans a total built-up area of over 220,000 sq meters. It offers over 220 outlets, comprising children's wear, women's and men's ready-to-wear, make-up and perfumes, music, books and stationery, soft furnishings, household furniture, electrical goods, gifts, health-food, pharmacies, dates and confectionary, sportswear and shoes, in addition to the city's preferred grocer, the Abu Dhabi Co-op.
Abu Dhabi Shopping
Traditional and cosmopolitan, Abu Dhabi's many shopping venues and locales reflect the emirate's nature. Shopping is an expedition, where visitors may find a gem of an antique carpet at one of the emirate’s traditional markets or pick up the latest season’s designer fashions in one of many ultra-modern shopping malls and boutiques. Abu Dhabi is home to many of the world’s top prestigious brand names, as well as a central market place for local and regional artisans producing high quality arts and craft.
Dubai Shopping
From Souk to Shopping Mall – Dubai Has It All – A True Shopper’s Paradise! Dubai’s reputation as a shopper’s paradise extends to many aspects of the city’s bustling commercial life. One area where this is especially evident is that shopping centres serve both a regional and tourist - rather than purely local - market.
Mall of the Emirates
The Emirates, the ultimate leisure, entertainment and shopping resort opened on September 28th 2005, and is the largest shopping centre outside of North America. Strategically located in the heart of what is now deemed ‘New Dubai’. This 223,000 square meter centre offers a full range of shopping, leisure, and entertainment.
The Gold Souk (Market)
Gold is serious business in the Middle-East and especially Dubai. The dazzling souk near the Hyatt Regency stands as testimony. The gold souk/market is truly a stunning sight to behold. It has earned Dubai a reputation for being the 'City of Gold'.
Dubai Outlet Mall
Dubai Outlet Mall also offers very comprehensive food and beverage choices which include Cosi, Hatam, Stone Fire Pizza, Starbucks, Skyler’s, French Bakery, KFC, McDonald’s, Automatic and Burger King to name a few. Big Brands. Big Savings. Every Single Day.