Top 10 Malls in Dubai

If you LOVE shopping and chase after the most luxurious brands and experiences, look no further because Dubai is the capital of shopping and luxury! You can find anything you want, from countless brands and the best stores to entertainment and dining. Dubai malls are an example of how a mall is not just for shopping but an attraction itself. You can spend hours, and it is guaranteed that you will not get bored. Here we compiled a list of the 10 best malls in Dubai that you shout visit this year! 

1. The Dubai Mall

The Dubai Mall is one of the most famous malls in Dubai and is well-known worldwide. This mall spreads over a total land area of 1,124,000 square meters, which makes it the second-largest mall in the world by total land area, and of course the most luxurious mall in the world. With more than 1200 stores, a fashion avenue, a Chinatown, and numerous options of different cuisines such as French, American, Chinese, Indian, Middle Eastern, Japanese, Italian, and more, this is a must-visit place in Dubai. You can find worldly renowned chain restaurants like Magnolia Bakery and Eataly, fast food chain restaurants, and authentic examples of local delicacies. Besides dining, the most luxurious fashion and haute couture brands are in Dubai Mall as Cartier, Christian Louboutin, Louis Vuitton, etc. Finally, besides shopping, you can find the best options for entertainment as well. Dubai Opera, Dubai Dino, Sky Views Observatory, cinema, Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, Ice Rink, and more present the best experiences for families with kids, friend groups, and those who want to have fun! 

2. Mall of the Emirates

Although this is not one of the latest malls in Dubai, the Mall of Emirates is famous among the locals and tourists. The mall spreads over 233,467 square meters, is open seven days a week, has more than 630 brands, has 7900 parking spaces, is the largest Carrefour in Dubai, and more. Mall of the Emirates stands out with various brands of women’s fashion, men’s fashion, accessories and jewelry, electronics, health & beauty, as well as numerous dining options like Cipriani Dolci, Salero Tapas & Bodega, and Aspen Café by Kempinski. 

3. City Walk

City Walk is more than a shopping mall, as it is a shopping and dining center, in a sense, it provides a hub for an urban lifestyle where you can socialize and find endless options for entertainment at the center of the Jumeirah district. City Walk spreads over 81,000 square meters, with many high-end, luxury brands like Karl Lagerfeld, and Ralph Lauren, also various stores of fashion, footwear, jewelry & watches, beauty, home, automotive, bank, pharmacy, and more.  City Walk offers the best delicacies of different cuisines, like Lebanese, international, Turkish, Italian, and Asian. Besides fast food and fine dining, you can taste the best examples of coffee and desserts as well. City Walk also stands out with healthcare, salons for men and women, and of course, wellness. If you want to pamper yourself in Dubai, City Walk should be at the top of your destinations. Lastly, options of entertainment for kids and adults, like La La Land, No Way Out, Roxy cinemas, and The Green Planet, are among the most popular attractions of the City Walk. 

4. Mercato Mall

Mercato Mall, located in Jumeriah, stands out with its unique design, mimicking the old Mediterranean town in Italy, thus the name Mercato, which means market in Italian. This mall spreads over a total area of 59,900 square meters, relatively small compared to other massive malls in Dubai, however, the charming atmosphere, quaint shops, and boutiques make this mall one of the most beautiful, thus must-visit places in Dubai. Mercato Mall has also many options of cafes, restaurants, and dessert shops for dining, apart from that it has an entertainment hub for all, a cinema, and Fun City for kids. Also, Mercato Mall has several events throughout the year, where you can attend workshops, and live shows. 

5. Dubai Marina Mall

Dubai Marina Mall, as its name suggests, is located nearby Dubai Marina, spreading over 36,000 square meters. Operating seven days a week, from 10.00 to 22.00, except Thursdays and Fridays which then from 10.00 to 24.00, this is one of the top destinations in Dubai for shopaholics, where you can find numerous luxury brands, more affordable options for women and men’s fashion, accessories, jewelry, beauty, electronics, and more. There are also dining options with various restaurants, well-known fast-food chains, and coffee and dessert shops, where you can taste delicacies from different cuisines like Asian. For family-friendly fun activities, you can always check Reel Cinema on the second floor for the latest movies or Jump N Fun which is an indoor playground ideal for kids between the ages of two and thirteen. 

6. City Center Mirdif

Operating since 2010, City Center Mirdif is in the residential area of Mirdif, providing countless options for shopaholics while being one of the favorite places for locals and expats. This mall has a gross leasable area of 196,000 square meters, 465 retail stores, and approximately 1,500 parking spaces, and presents various options for its visitors. Shops include men’s and women's fashion, Home & Technology, Optics, Toys, Beauty, Books, Jewelry, and luxury brands like Armani Exchange, Carolina Herrera, DKNY, Montblanc, and more. Numerous dining options for fast food, fine dining, cafes, and dessert shops are available as well. If you seek more family-friendly or adventurous activities, City Center Mirdif has options like Magic Planet, Yalla! Bowling, iFLY Dubai, Little Explorers, and Sky Trail where you can maximize your fun! 

7. The Outlet Village

The Outlet Village may be confused with the Outlet Mall, but they are quite different and located directly opposite from each other. The Outlet Village is in the Jebel Ali neighborhood, has beautiful Tuscan-style architecture, and is famous for its great deal on the most luxurious brands. You can find so many brands’ outlet products at the most affordable prices in general, but during sales, it is guaranteed that you will get the best deals. You can find anything you seek in the Outlet Village, from beauty, perfumes, sunglasses, and numerous accessories, to men, women, and kids’ fashion. Also, you can dine in cafes and restaurants when you want to have a break from shopping. 

8. Ibn Battuta Mall

Ibn Battuta Mall stands out as being the world's largest themed mall, inspired by Ibn Battuta, a great explorer, thus the name. This mall spreads over a total of 521,000 square meters, with 4,500 parking spaces, and six courts, which are uniquely dedicated to a specific country such as the Persian Court, Andalusia Court, Tunisia Court, Egypt Court, China Court, and India Court, which are some locations that visited by Ibn Battuta. Besides the unique themes, Ibn Battuta Mall presents various stores for shopping, different options of coffee shops, ice cream and dessert shops, international and local restaurants, and fast-food chains. It also has entertainment options for different age groups, and especially for families with kids, as kids love Fun City and Kidz Palooza. 

9. Festival City Mall

Besides being one of the largest malls in Dubai with hundreds of stores including an IKEA, Carrefour, and Ace Hardware, Dubai Festival City Mall is famous for ‘’Imagine’’. Imagine is a famous multi-media entertainment on the waterfront with light, fire, and water in the Festival City Mall, in fact, it is not just famous but also has a Guinness record. Imagine is a must-see event for all age groups and you can visit every night after sunset in Festival City. It is guaranteed that you will find everything you want, besides experiencing unique entertainment that is unlike anything you have seen before.

10. BurJuman Mall

Although BurJuman Mall is not one of the new malls in Dubai, it has much to offer from various shops to dining and entertainment. It also has a link to the BurJuman Metro Station, making it convenient for those who prefer public transportation. BurJuman Mall stands out by being family-friendly and less crowded than other malls. Located in the residential area of Bur Dubai, BurJuman Mall spreads over 74,000 square meters, with more than 300 retail stores including men’s and women’s fashion, home, technology, and more, a Carrefour hypermarket, a large dining area with multiple restaurants and cafes, and finally, an entertainment area for families.