Dhow Cruise Dinner at Dubai Marina
From AED 145
Area of Dubai
Dubai Marina
A waterfront district of towers, promenades and boats, next to the beach at JBR. Lively in the evenings, with lots of places to eat.
Dubai Marina at a glance
The Marina is built around a long canal lined with towers. A promenade runs the whole way round, and the beach at JBR is a short walk away. Boat trips leave from here, and the evenings are busy with restaurants and cafés.
It is further from the old town and the airport than Downtown, so it suits a beach-and-boats stay better than a sightseeing-heavy one.
Uncle’s take: pick the Marina if you want the beach every day. For a first visit full of sights, Downtown is more central; you can still come here for a sunset cruise.
- From DXB airport
- About 35–45 min by car
- Beach
- JBR beach, walking distance
- Public transport
- Metro and tram stops
- Feel
- Lively, busier in the evening
Who it suits
Great for
- Beach days without needing a car
- Couples and friends who like eating out
- Families who want apartments with a kitchen
- Boat trips and sunset cruises
Think twice if
- You plan a lot of sightseeing in the old town
- You want somewhere quiet at night
- You have an early flight and want to be near the airport
Where to stay in and near the Marina
All hotels in Dubai- Best hotel in the MarinaMarina Vista HotelDubai Marina · 4★ · from AED 640 per night
- Best with a kitchenMarina Residence ApartmentsDubai Marina · apartment · from AED 420 per night
- Best on the beachJBR Beach SuitesJBR · 4★ aparthotel · from AED 720 per night
Prototype: fictional properties and sample prices.
Things to do nearby
All tours in Dubai-
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Luxury Yacht Experience, Dubai Marina
From AED 199
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Aqua Lagoon Waterpark (sample)
From AED 245
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Getting there and around
From the airport
A private transfer from DXB takes about 35–45 minutes, longer at rush hour.
From AED 190 per vehicle
Metro & tram
A driver for sightseeing days
The tram loops round the Marina and JBR and connects to the metro for Downtown.
Pay as you goHandy for the old town and Downtown, which are 30+ minutes away.
From AED 360 for 4 hours
Marina or Downtown? Ask Uncle
Tell Uncle what you want to do and who’s coming. He’ll tell you which area fits and build the days around it.
Dubai Marina FAQs
Is Dubai Marina good for families?
Yes, especially if you want the beach. Apartments and aparthotels give you more space and a kitchen.
How far is it from the main sights?
Downtown is about 30 minutes by car or metro; the old town takes longer. A driver for a day saves a lot of time.
Can I walk to the beach?
From most of the Marina, yes. JBR beach is a short walk from the promenade.