8 of the best · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Best Walks in Dubai
Marina Walk after dark, Old Dubai and the souks by abra, the canal at sunset and the boulevard round Burj Lake.
Our 8 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
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Insiders' picks
Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love Dubai.
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Old Dubai on foot
Al Fahidi to the souks by abra
Al Fahidi’s lanes, the Creek by abra and the Deira souks.
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By the water 5
Promenades and boardwalks.
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Skyline at sunset
Dubai Creek Harbour promenade
A waterfront promenade with the Downtown skyline across the water.
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From Business Bay to the sea
Dubai Water Canal boardwalk
A boardwalk along the canal from Business Bay towards the coast.
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Shops and the beach
The Walk at JBR
The open-air promenade behind the beach at Jumeirah Beach Residence.
Town walks 3
Streets with stories.
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Old Dubai on foot
Al Fahidi to the souks by abra
Al Fahidi’s lanes, the Creek by abra and the Deira souks.
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Old and new on the Creek
Al Seef
A Creekside promenade of heritage-style lanes, cafés and boats.
Al Seef Street, Dubai Creek, DubaiExplore View on map
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Around Burj Lake
Downtown Boulevard and Souk Al Bahar
A loop round Burj Lake, past the Fountain, Souk Al Bahar and Dubai Opera.
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