Dubai Beaches · United Arab Emirates · Dubai · Persian Gulf

Dubai Beaches

Five beaches on Dubai’s Gulf shore: Jumeirah Beach, Kite Beach and Sunset Beach along the public shoreline from Jumeirah to Umm Suqeim, La Mer at Jumeirah 1, and Al Mamzar Beach in its park to the north.

JumeirahKite BeachSunset BeachLa MerAl Mamzar

Choose your stretch

  • Jumeirah Beach — the easiest public beach for a first visit, also called Nessnass
  • Kite Beach — Umm Suqeim public corridor · watersports / beach bites (Visit Dubai)
  • Sunset Beach — Visit Dubai spacious / quiet public stretch · Umm Suqeim corridor
  • La Mer Beach — Jumeirah 1 waterfront · Meraas La Mer; beach services at J1
  • Al Mamzar Beach — northern park frontage · Al Mamzar Beach Park (ticketed)

Full stretch cards

Parking at a glance

Jumeirah Beach: Public beach, also called Jumeirah Public Beach or Nessnass. Check the curb and lot signs when you park.

Kite Beach: Umm Suqeim public corridor (Visit Dubai watersports / beach bites POI). Check the lot and street signs on the day.

Sunset Beach: Visit Dubai spacious / quiet public stretch on the Umm Suqeim corridor. Check the signs on the day.

La Mer Beach / J1: Jumeirah 1 waterfront with beach clubs. Check the club or operator notices for day passes and parking on the day.

Al Mamzar Beach Park: MOCCAE lists AED 5 per person entry; AED 30 to park inside / free outside; Sun–Wed 08:00–22:00; Thu–Sat and official holidays 08:00–23:00; Monday and Wednesday women and children only (boys above 6 not allowed). Contact centre 800 900. Check the posted prices and hours on the day.

Visit Dubai — beaches · Kite Beach · Sunset Beach · Jumeirah Public Beach · UAE environment ministry’s Al Mamzar Beach Park page · Meraas — La Mer · Dubai Municipality — public beaches

Best stretches and who they’re for

Jumeirah Beach

The easiest public beach for a first visit, also called Jumeirah Public Beach or Nessnass. Jumeirah 2 and 3 are among DM night-swimming beaches (sunset–sunrise; rescue staffing). Check the parking signs when you arrive.

Kite Beach

Umm Suqeim public corridor — Visit Dubai watersports / beach bites POI. Check the lot signs and the rescue notices on site on the day.

Sunset Beach

Visit Dubai spacious / quiet public stretch on the Umm Suqeim corridor. DM Umm Suqeim 1 is a named night-swimming beach. Check the signs on the day.

La Mer Beach

Jumeirah 1 waterfront — Meraas La Mer; beach access and special beach services at J1. J1 Beach: luxury restaurants and premium beach clubs. Confirm club / operator notices on the day.

Al Mamzar Beach

Northern park frontage — Visit Dubai Al Mamzar Beach Park; MOCCAE four public beaches and park / chalets / pools. Entry AED 5; Mon / Wed women and children only. Check the hours and parking on the day.

Notes before you pack

  • Dogs: Local Order No. (11) of 2003 Art. (80) prohibits bringing dogs into beaches and public parks; dogs on collar and leash in any Public Place. Follow on-site signs.
  • Flags / lifeguards: Blue Flag on the eight DM public beaches is an annual eco-label — bathing follows on-site signs and on-duty staff when present.
  • The public sand from Jumeirah to Umm Suqeim, the club beaches at Jumeirah 1, and ticketed Al Mamzar Beach Park each have their own entry rules.
  • Check the posted street, lot, park and club notices on the day for parking and fees (MOCCAE lists Al Mamzar at AED 5, and AED 30 for parking inside).
  • Night swimming: DM designates Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah 3, and Umm Suqeim 1 for sunset–sunrise swimming with rescue staffing — follow on-site signs elsewhere.
  • For sea conditions, see the UAE National Center of Meteorology marine forecast.

FAQ

What is there to do near Dubai Beaches?

Near Dubai Beaches: sunset sails and cruises, jet ski, and bike rentals. See Off the sand for tours and tickets.

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