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Dubai Marina & JBR

A canal city of towers, yachts and a beachfront promenade at JBR.

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Time needed
2 hours
Entry
Free
Best time
Evening · Nov–Apr
Area
Dubai Marina

Skyscrapers, yachts and a beachfront walk.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Dubai Marina Walk and The Walk at JBR, Dubai

  • Metro: Red Line to DMCC or Sobha Realty (Dubai Marina) stations.
  • Tram: Dubai Tram stops at Marina Mall, Marina Towers and JBR.
  • Water bus: Marina water buses link stops along the canal.

The story of Dubai Marina

Dubai Marina was dug out of the desert in the early 2000s as a 3-km artificial canal lined with residential towers, creating one of the densest skylines in the world. Its towers include some of the tallest residential buildings on Earth.

Next to it, Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) opened The Walk, an open-air promenade of shops and cafés along a public beach, with Bluewaters Island just offshore.

Best time to visit

Best season

November to April for outdoor walks.

Best time of day

Evening, when the towers light up and the promenade fills.

Weekends

Very lively on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Tips before you go

  • Take a dhow dinner cruise in the evening.
  • Take an evening dhow dinner cruise along the marina canal.
  • JBR Beach is free and has showers and changing rooms.

Best hotels near Dubai Marina

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Grosvenor House Dubai

Twin-tower luxury hotel in the heart of the Marina.

See prices

Address Dubai Marina

Connected to Dubai Marina Mall with canal views.

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Rixos Premium Dubai JBR

Beachfront hotel on The Walk.

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All hotels near Dubai Marina

What's around Dubai Marina

  • JBR BeachPopular public beach with water sports.
  • Bluewaters IslandIsland with restaurants across a footbridge from JBR.
  • Dubai Marina MallShopping and dining by the canal.
  • Skydive DubaiWatch skydivers land over the Palm.

Questions travellers ask

Is Dubai Marina good for families?

Yes, with a free beach, promenades and plenty of restaurants.

Can I swim at JBR?

Yes, JBR Beach is a free public beach with lifeguards in designated areas.

How do I get there from Downtown?

Take the Red Line metro, about 30 minutes.

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