United Arab Emirates

15 Best Markets in United Arab Emirates

The Dubai Mall leads, and the rest of United Arab Emirates's best markets follow, ranked by real visits.

Ranked by traveler review volume across 738 tracked places in United Arab Emirates. Updated monthly.

  1. The Dubai Mall

    Market · DubaiFree entry

    The Dubai Mall is far more than a shopping centre, it's one of the most-visited places on Earth and effectively a self-contained entertainment district.

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  2. Dubai Mall

    Market · Dubai

    Dubai Mall is a retail and leisure destination on an epic scale, spanning 5.9 million square feet.

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  3. Souk Madinat Jumeirah

    Market · DubaiFree entry

    Souk Madinat Jumeirah is a modern interpretation of a traditional Arabian market, located in the Al Sufouh area of Dubai.

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  4. Dubai Spice Souk

    Market · DubaiFree entry

    Dubai Spice Souk is a bustling, aromatic market located in the historic Deira district, just a short walk from the Dubai Creek.

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  5. Karama Market

    Market · DubaiFree entry

    Karama Market is a vibrant, no-frills shopping area in the heart of Dubai's Al Karama residential district.

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  6. City Walk

    Market · DubaiFree entry

    City Walk is a vibrant, open-air lifestyle destination in the Al Satwa neighborhood of Dubai, offering a mix of high-end retail, international dining, and entertainment.

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  7. Old Souk

    Market · DubaiFree entry

    The Old Souk in Deira is one of Dubai's historic marketplaces, located along the Dubai Creek.

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  8. Wafi City

    Market · DubaiFree entry

    Wafi City is a unique shopping mall in Dubai, known for its striking Egyptian-inspired architecture, complete with pharaonic statues, pyramids, and hieroglyphic motifs.

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  9. Souk Al Bahar

    Market · DubaiFree entry

    Souk Al Bahar, meaning 'The Sailor’s Market' in Arabic, is a contemporary interpretation of a traditional Arabian souk located in the heart of Downtown Dubai.

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  10. Al Qasba

    Market · SharjahFree entry

    Al Qasba is a lively canal-side development in the heart of Sharjah, offering a blend of entertainment, culture, and leisure.

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  11. City Centre Mirdif

    Market · DubaiFree entry

    City Centre Mirdif is a sprawling mall located along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road in the Mirdif residential area of Dubai.

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  12. Blue Souk

    Market · SharjahFree entry

    The Blue Souk, officially called the Central Souk, is one of Sharjah's most iconic landmarks. Its striking blue-tiled facade and twin buildings house over 600 shops spread across two floors.

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  13. Burjuman Centre

    Market · DubaiFree entry

    Burjuman Centre is one of Dubai's older shopping destinations, located in the Al Mankhool area of Bur Dubai.

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  14. The Galleria Al Maryah Island

    Market · Abu DhabiFree entry

    The Galleria Al Maryah Island is a high-end shopping mall located on Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi.

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  15. Naif Souk

    Market · DubaiFree entry

    Naif Souk is a traditional market located in the Deira district of Dubai, offering a more authentic and less touristy shopping experience compared to the city's glitzy malls.

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