Hotels in Downtown Dubai, Dubai

Downtown Dubai is a walkable, family-friendly neighborhood with convenient options for restaurants and bars. Many visitors come to enjoy the natural beauty of the beaches. Downtown Dubai's hotels make a great home base for venturing out into the greater Dubai area.

Sightseeing around Downtown Dubai

The local culture at Dubai International Art Centre, Dubai Museum, and Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House might be just what you're looking for. The Dubai Fountain, Burj Khalifa, and Jumeirah Mosque are a few landmarks that can't be missed. Be sure to get some family photos at KidZania, Dubai Zoo, and Zabeel Park.

Popular activities in the area include shopping, swimming, and attending sporting events. Why not cheer with the crowd at Zabeel Stadium, Meydan Racecourse, or Dubai Tennis Stadium? Soak up some sun at Kite Beach, Umm Suqeim Beach, and Al Mamzar Beach Park. You can spend a leisurely afternoon outside at Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctury, Safa Park, or Jumeira Beach and Park. Looking for a little retail therapy? Consider a shopping trip to Dubai Mall, Souk al Bahar, and Mercato Shopping Mall. If you've got some more time, you won't be disappointed by Al Hana Shopping Centre, Lamcy Plaza, and Wafi City Mall.

Don't miss some of the area's most popular attractions, such as Mall of the Emirates, Ski Dubai, and Aquaventure. You can also check out Dubai World Trade Centre, Jumeirah Archaeological Site, and Oasis Centre Mall.

Getting around Downtown Dubai

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Financial Centre Station, Burj Khalifa - Dubai Mall Station, or Emirates Towers Station.

The Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.) airport is 5.3 miles (8.5 km) from Downtown Dubai. The next closest airport is Sharjah (SHJ-Sharjah Intl.), located 16.8 miles (27.1 km) away.