Dubai Sights

  1. Al-Mamzar Park

    This lush landscaped park is one of Dubai's hidden gems. It stretches across a couple of very pleasant kilometres on a small headland at the mouth of Khor al-Mamzar. Situated on an attractive inlet, just across from Sharjah, there are lovely white sandy beaches, a swimming pool, barbecues, and kiosks. For kids there are also plenty of open spaces and play areas and a wooden castle. Lifeguards are on duty between and on at least one of the small beaches. Friday is busy, but during the week you can have the place to yourself.

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  2. Jumeirah Beach Park

    It's a real treat to take a walk on the grass at this verdant park, as it's a couple of degrees cooler than the beach. Fronting onto a long stretch of Jumeirah Beach, the beach has lifeguards on duty, a children's play area, barbecues, picnic tables, walkways and kiosks.

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  3. Khor Al-Mamzar

    This calm inlet must be one of the prettiest spots to swim, although construction on the Palm Deira is becoming an increasing eyesore. Showers, picnicking facilities and tour groups galore.

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  4. Kite Beach

    This long pristine beach is a great place to sunbathe, except for the kite surfers (hence the name), whose abilities range from good to good grief. No facilities.

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  5. Le Meridien Mina Seyahi

    This good beach and its great pools are popular with a more body-conscious clubbing set (Sunday to Thursday). The weekends are reserved for hotel guests and members.

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  7. One&Only Royal Mirage

    If you're not a guest, you have to win a mini-lottery to gain access to this groomed beach and pool with views of the Palm development. You have to turn up on the day (they don't accept advance bookings) and hope that hotel occupancy is below 80%. Only couples are permitted - no children.

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  8. Russian Beach

    Also known as Open Beach, this is one of Dubai's few truly public spaces. As such, it reflects the multicultural nature of Dubai society and is a great place for a walk, especially on a Friday when most guest workers have the day off and take to picnicking, playing volleyball and splashing around in the ocean.

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  9. Umm Suqeim Beach

    This white sandy beach, with fabulous views of the Burj, is popular with Jumeirah families and Western expatriates. Showers and shelter.

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