Dubai Festival City Mall

Dubai

Southeast of the airport, near Business Bay Bridge, this 350-store behemoth has all the standard shops, plus Ikea – a draw for locals and expats. Its main plus is the picturesque location around a semi-circular bay, which is lined with bars and restaurants. All are great vantage points from which to enjoy Imagine, a free laser-light-water-pyrotechnics show presented nightly on the hour.

Air-conditioned abras (traditional wooden boats) connect Festival City with the Creek metro station across the Dubai Creek.

Contact

Address

Crescent Dr

Get In Touch

800 332

https://www.festivalcentre.com/

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