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The city of Dubai is an open port with low import duties and no taxation, and as such offers unbeatable value to the bargain hunter. Even major brand name products, widely available in the city, are often less expensive in Dubai than in their country of origin. Opening hours vary but shops are generally open from 08.00 to 13.00 and from 16.00 to 21.00. Although most shops are open on Friday evenings they close for prayers between 11.30 and 13.30. The major shopping areas of the city are Al Faheidi Road, Al Rigga Road, Al Karama, Al Satwa's Al Dhiyafah Road and Beniyas Square. The modern shopping malls, located throughout the city, contrast with the sights, sounds and smells of the traditional souks. Bargaining is the norm in the souks and even in shops it is wise to ask for 'the best price', particularly if paying by cash.
Al Dhiyafah Road, Al Satwa
A lively, upmarket shopping area lining the street with exclusive fashion boutiques, fabric stores, restaurants and caf?s. A good place to buy, or just to stroll and browse.
Al Ghurair Centre
Tel: (+ 9714) 2232333
Dubai's first shopping mall has hundreds of stores with a wide range of medium to high priced products.
Open 09.00-13.00 and 17.00-22.00
Al Karama Shopping Centre
A popular centre offering unbeatable value. Clothing, accessories, toys and furniture are on offer, alongside fish and vegetable stalls and supermarkets.
Al Khaleej Centre
Tel: (+9714) 3555 550
Located in the heart of Dubai, renowned for its design, prestige and inspiration, guaranteed satisfying shopping and business experience.
Open: 10:00 am - 13:00, 16:00 - 22:00 Daily
14:00pm - 22:00 Fridays
Al Manal Centre
Tel: (+ 9714) 2277701
Jewellery, watches and ladies fashions.
Open 09.30-13.00 and 16.30-21.00
Al Mulla Plaza
Tel: (+ 9714) 2665885
A medium-sized shopping mall with a wide selection of boutiques and shops.
Open 09.30-13.00 and 16.00-22.00
Al Sabkha Souk
Adjacent to Deira Covered Souk, Al Sabkha Souk is packed with the latest in electronics. Video, audio and TV systems, home appliances and photographic equipment are all available at very competitive prices.
Beach Centre
Tel: (+ 9714) 3449045
Fashion boutiques.
Open 09.00-13.00 and 16.00-21.30
Bur Juman Centre
Tel: (+ 9714) 3520222
One of Bur Dubai's newer malls, with a large number of outlets, including European and American chain-stores.
Open 09.30-13.00 and 16.30-21.30
The Center
Tel: (+ 9714) 2665756
A compact, American-style neighbourhood shopping mall, situated opposite Al Muraqqabat Interchange and Dubai Cinema, with smart shops, and a wide choice of branded goods.
Open 10.00-13.00 and 17.00-21.00 |
