6 Best Public Parks in Dubai to Make Your Weekend Awesome

Picnicking in Dubai’s parks is a relaxing treat. These parks have everything you need for a nature escape: sunbathing, staying active, or entertaining kids. Spending 10% of your time in nature may reduce premature death by 4%, and a lack of nature can lead to mental disorders like depression and anxiety. These are like hidden treasures, offering relaxation points, fun, and fresh air for everyone to enjoy. Let’s explore these fantastic places!

6 Top parks to enjoy the Outdoors in Dubai

This is a list of the best public parks in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Al Barsha Pond Park

Al Barsha Pond Park is a beautiful and well-maintained park in the heart of the Al Barsha residential community. It is a popular spot for families and fitness enthusiasts, with a variety of amenities to enjoy.

The Park is a pleasant place to take a breather. Enjoy a picnic, kick a ball around, or lie on the cool grass and close your eyes for a while. This recreation and green space are free to enter, so you can have a fun day out without spending a thing. The park is also known for its Clean and well-maintained environment. However, Al Barsha Pond Park isn’t the only thing to see in or around the residential neighborhood of Al Barsha 2. With Mall of the Emirates, Aqua Venture and Ski Dubai nearby, you may be tempted to stick around longer.

Al Mamzar Beach Park, Deira

Al Mamzar Beach Park is in the northern part of the city. It is like having both a beach and a big grassy area in one place. This park is on a small piece of land that sticks out into the sea and faces Sharjah. Most people who visit Dubai go to the beaches. There are five sandy parts where you can relax by the water. Four on the east side of the beach park and one on the west. In between, there is a huge and well-kept grassy area with lots of palm trees. You can walk, run, or ride a bike on the paths there.

You can have a barbecue in some parts of the park and there is plenty of space for picnics. If you didn’t bring food, there are places to buy snacks and a couple of cafes in the park. The easiest way to get there using public transportation is by taking the city bus.

Creekside Park, Bur Dubai

Creek Park is the second-largest public park in Dubai. It is located on the western bank of Dubai Creek. Many people visit the park primarily to walk along the creek’s promenade, enjoy the scenic views and take photos. The park’s manicured flower beds and expansive lawns are perfect for family picnics and weekend relaxation. You’ll also find a dedicated barbecue area and multiple cafes and restaurants on-site. There is a 2.5-kilometer (1.6-mile) walkway that offers stunning views of the Dubai Creek and the city skyline

You can rent bicycles on-site to explore the park’s winding trails and in the southern part of Creek Park, you can find Children’s City, a science activity center with a planetarium, theater, and interactive exhibits for family-friendly fun. There is a small admission fee to enter Creek Park, and the nearest metro station is Oud Metha. Throughout the year, Creekside Park hosts a variety of events and festivals including the Dubai Jazz Festival and the Dubai Shopping Festival.

Jumeirah Beach Park

The most popular park in Dubai is Jumeirah Beach Park. It is known for its pristine beach, lush green spaces, and family-friendly amenities. The park is open from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm daily. Best time to visit the park is during the cooler months (October to April) because the weather can be very hot and humid during the summer months. You can even rent a lounge chair and umbrella, play beach volleyball, grab an ice cream or snack, or even bring your own food for a barbecue.

The park has five watchtowers with lifeguards and a first-aid person to help in emergencies. They also have rescue boats, lifebuoys, and breathing machines for disasters. In case of a serious emergency, there’s a helicopter pad to transport people to hospitals. Visitors may find a number of wooden bridges distributed along the park shore that connect to the beach. At the cafeteria, you can enjoy a view of the beach and sea. There’s a Barbeque Area with modern grills for barbecuing. You can have a barbecue lunch, but you have to do the grilling. Also, take your kids to the recreational area in Jumeirah Beach Park.

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Safa Park, Sheikh Zayed Road

Safa Park is located two blocks away from Jumeirah Beach and it is a popular green area with Dubai Creek flowing through it. Listed as one of the oldest public parks in Dubai, dating back to 1975.  After several renovations over the years, it has transformed into one of Dubai’s most modern and well-equipped parks. It is well-known for its sports facilities, including tennis, volleyball, and basketball courts, a running track, and bike rentals for trail cycling. The park contains 3 lakes, over 200 species of birds, and 16,925 different trees & shrubs species.

The park’s central manmade lake offers pedalo boat rentals. Families with kids can find playgrounds throughout the park. If you prefer a relaxing day, you can have a picnic on the spacious lawns and use the designated barbecue area. There are also cafes and restaurants in the park. There’s a small entrance fee to access the park. The nearest metro station to Safa Park is Business Bay.

Zabeel Park, Sheikh Zayed Road

Zabeel Park is a favorite Park among locals and tourists. It is perfect for relaxation, exercise, and family-friendly fun with a playground, boating lake, and picnic area. This special tower looks like a picture frame and takes you up 150 meters high to a sky deck where you can see the whole city. Inside, there are galleries that show you Dubai’s history. Local families visit Zabeel Park for picnics on its large grassy areas and runners use its running track. But for visitors, the main thing to see is the Dubai Frame. This tower looks like a picture frame and takes you up to a sky deck 150 meters high. From there, you can see all around the city and the galleries inside show you the history of Dubai.

It contains a BBQ & picnic area, lakeside restaurants, ice skating, a mini cricket pitch, a BMX track, a golfing area, shaded seating, and children’s play areas. The park features a tech theme with three zones housing educational and interactive displays:

It also has a 3D cinema for educational purposes. The nearest metro station is the Al Karama Metro Station, which is a short walk from the park. The parking area can accommodate up to 2,300 vehicles.