7 Best Public Beaches in Dubai

7 Best Public Beaches in Dubai

Discover Dubai's must-visit beaches, from clean coastlines to bars and restaurants and pet-friendly spots!
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While luxurious beach clubs and resorts may suggest exclusivity, there are numerous places for family fun, dining, water sports, and even dog-friendly strolls. 

Chill out and enjoy the sun at these easy-to-reach spots. 🌞🏖️

The Beach • JBR
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One of the most popular (and packed) beaches in Dubai, hotspot for tourists and families, where you can find a lot of restaurants, water inflatables, and fun fairground rides.
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Best for: families

Palm West Beach
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A buzzing beach that offers oceanside restaurants and bars for every appetite and mood. After dining, find a spot on the sand or relax on a sun lounger for some sun. With beautiful views of Dubai Marina, it's a great place for sundowners, and it comes to life after sunset
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Best for: food and drink

Kite Beach
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It is the go-to spot for beach lovers. With a lot of colorful food trucks, coffee shops, a popular burger joint called Salt, and various sport activities like biking, jogging, a skatepark, and yoga on the sand, it's a must-visit spot in Jumeirah.
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Best for: activities

Sunset Beach Dubai
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Also known as Umm Suqeim beach, it is the perfect place to relax. The spot comes with views of the iconic Burj Al Arab. One of the quieter areas along the coast, it is also a beautiful place for a morning jog along the beachside running track, or taking a stroll with panoramas of the Arabian Gulf. It is ideal for surfing and fishing and also one of the few places in the city where you can enjoy a nightswim.
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Best for: paddleboarding and surfing

Al Mamzar Beach Park
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Located near the Sharjah-Dubai border, it is a perfect spot for an Instagram-worthy sunrise or sunset. The seaside spot also offers many pleasant grassy areas for a picnic, so you can bask in the sunshine, while having a barbecue meal in the cooler months. The gardens contain more than 1,600 palm trees, 300 coconut trees and over 55,000sqm of green lawns. Food kiosks along the beach park let you easily grab something to eat by the water.
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Best for: nature lovers

Dubai Islands Beach
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Located off the coast of Dubai’s older hub – Deira – it is the city’s first fully pet-friendly beach. Ideal to escape city hustle and relax.
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Best for: pets, families

La Mer
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This oceanfront getaway is a one-stop shop for some seaside fun, with a gorgeous beach, restaurants, and the view of Dubai’s epic skyline. You can check out the playful murals and art installations, relax in the lounge by the beach club, and try water ports like donut riding, flyboarding, or water biking. There's even a waterpark with thrilling slides!
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Best for: food and drink, families, activities

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