Public Beaches in Dubai

Jumeirah Beach, with its golden sands and gentle waves, is a paradise for families. The beach can be reached from Jumeirah Road and is open from 7 am to 11 or 11:30 pm. depending on the day. Equipped with showers, changing rooms, and shaded areas, it ensures a comfortable day out for all beachgoers. Parents can relax while children play, making it the best beach in Dubai for family outings. Note, however, that while access to the beach is free, you'll have to fork over a few dirhams to access the park. Try out the park. You’ll find it’s worth it to stroll along the greenery. Before heading there, don't forget to pack essentials such as bottled water and sunscreen for a day of enjoyment under the sun.

Located under the sail of the Burj Al Arab, Kite Beach offers plenty of activities for beachgoers to do. From yoga sessions to volleyball matches and kite surfing, at Kite Beach, you will never get bored. At the beach, there’s also a library, where there are plenty of books to read. You can also do some shopping, with a number of food outlets nearby to get your midday snacks. With its stunning waves and panoramic views of Dubai's skyline, Kite Beach can be a hotspot for not just adults, but kids, and even couples seeking to relax on the long stretches of white sand and turquoise-blue beach.

Al Mamzar Beach Park is the city's first integrated leisure destination, with beach and park services. Al Mamzar Beach Park offers a retreat into nature, with five pristine beaches and family-friendly amenities. Adults and children can splash in the pools where families can cool off instead of getting sandy on the shore, or explore the playgrounds and unwind in the serene, grassy surroundings. Other amenities at the beach include changing rooms, showers, and restrooms. The park also offers a skate park, picnic areas, barbeque facilities, and chalets, making it easy to enjoy an entire day there, worried-free of having nothing to do.

Experience romance at Sunset Beach, a hidden gem near the iconic Burj Al Arab. Also known as the Umm Suqeim Beach, Sunset Beach is the perfect spot for family and a romantic rendezvous. The beach has the best view of the beautiful Burj Al Arab, and is ideal for morning walks and evening jogs, or simply just to watch the Dubai sunset as it paints the sky in hues of pink and gold. Apart from its mesmerising sunset, surfing, fishing and other water sports are also popular for locals and tourists alike.