What are the opening hours of Souk Al Bahar?

Souk Al Bahar is open Monday to Thursday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays until midnight (12:00 AM). Individual restaurant hours may vary.

Is Souk Al Bahar connected to Dubai Mall?

Yes, Souk Al Bahar is connected to Dubai Mall via a footbridge across Burj Lake, making it easy to visit both destinations in one trip. The walk takes approximately 5 minutes.

Can I watch the Dubai Fountain show from Souk Al Bahar?

Absolutely. Souk Al Bahar offers some of the best viewing spots for the Dubai Fountain shows, with waterfront terraces and walking paths providing direct views. Many restaurants have outdoor seating overlooking the fountain.

What type of restaurants are available at Souk Al Bahar?

Souk Al Bahar features over 20 restaurants and cafés offering diverse cuisines including Thai, Italian, British, Cuban, Mexican, Turkish, and seafood. Options range from casual cafés to fine dining establishments, with many offering halal choices.

Is there parking available at Souk Al Bahar?

Parking is available at the nearby Dubai Mall multi-level parking facilities. The mall offers paid parking with various payment options, and EV charging stations are also available for electric vehicles.

Souk Al Bahar

7.7

Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

About Souk Al Bahar

Nestled in the heart of Downtown Dubai, Souk Al Bahar offers an enchanting blend of Arabian allure and contemporary sophistication. This Arabesque shopping and dining destination sits along the waterfront of Burj Lake, providing stunning views of the iconic Burj Khalifa and direct access to the world-famous Dubai Fountain shows.

Highlights

Burj Khalifa waterfront views

Dubai Fountain show access

Arabesque traditional architecture

20+ restaurants and cafés

Connected to Dubai Mall

Outdoor lakeside terraces

Cultural events and live music

Very good

7.7

/10

accessibility

8.1

ambience design

8.9

shopping variety

6.6

facilities services

7.3

dining entertainment

8.7

Buzzing

Fridays and Saturdays

6PM-11PM

The mall comes alive during fountain show times, particularly on weekend evenings when diners fill the waterfront terraces. Visit on weekday mornings for a quieter experience exploring shops and enjoying the Burj Khalifa views without crowds.

Reviews

Visitors praise the magnificent Burj Khalifa views, beautiful waterfront ambience, and diverse dining options. Some note it's quieter and more relaxed than neighbouring Dubai Mall, though a few mention limited shopping variety.

Stunning Burj Khalifa viewsBeautiful waterfront settingFountain show access

The Experience

Mall Type

Lifestyle Center Specialty Mall

Amenities

Anchor Stores

The Meat CoMango TreeBiCE MareRivington GrillCafé HabanaBaker & SpiceLocaClaw BBQHuqqabazVickers Irish Bar

Location Downtown Dubai

Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Take Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard towards Downtown Dubai. Follow signs for Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. Souk Al Bahar is located adjacent to Dubai Mall on the waterfront side.

Parking: Parking available at nearby Dubai Mall parking facilities with multiple levels. Paid parking with EV charging stations available.

Estimated Time: 15-25 minutes from Dubai Marina, 10-15 minutes from Deira

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