As far as locations go, Dubai Marina is truly a sight to behold. Its picture-perfect skyline view, glittering skyscrapers, and palm-lined promenades have made the district one of the city’s busiest, most glamorous neighborhoods.
When you’re not relaxing in one of our beautiful holiday homes, here is a list of Dubai Marina favorites you can’t miss this summer!
Skydive Dubai
Experience falling from higher than the Burj Khalifa!
Skydive Dubai will take you soaring above the clouds and get a bird’s eye view of Ain Dubai, the Palm Jumeirah Islands, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab. Freefall from 13,000 feet above and have it filmed for you to be able to relive the moment again and again.
The best thing about it is you don’t need prior experience to be able to dive! A qualified instructor will guide you through the process before you even step inside the plane.
COVID-19 safety measures:
- Individual customers can be accompanied by only one family member or friend.
- Your temperature will be checked before you enter the facilities. Face masks are required to be worn at all times and strict hygiene levels should be maintained during your visit.
- Wear trousers/pants with pockets so you can safely keep your mask in during your skydive.
- Maintain a distance of 2 meters between yourself, fellow customers, and staff at all times.
- If you develop symptoms related to Covid-19 and cannot make it to your scheduled skydive with less than 24-hour’s notice, a medical certificate should be provided in order for your booking to be rescheduled. If not, your reservation will be considered as a no-show, which means no reschedule and no refund will be allowed.
Pier 7
For sunshine-filled meals, spectacular views, top-notch food, and an atmosphere that’s always buzzing head to Pier 7 in Dubai Marina.
The building’s circular design offers sweeping 360-degree views of the Marina and the Arabian Gulf. Taste the world through each floor of Pier 7 and experience a unique set of flavors, ambiance, and interiors.
Each floor showcases different cuisine, even the fussiest diners will find it hard not to be impressed.
Atelier M – French fine dining
Asia Asia – A fusion of Pan Asian and Middle Eastern flavors
Abd el Wahab – Middle Eastern cuisine from the streets of Beirut
The Scene – A contemporary British & European eatery
Cargo – Street food inspired by Asian cuisine and eclectic beverage menu
Mama Zonia – a mix of Asian, Japanese, Latin American, and Mexican cuisines
Boat tours
Is there a better way to explore Dubai Marina than on a cruise?
Enjoy a speedboat experience or stunning sunset views while boarding a private boat as you tour around Palm Jumeirah all the way through the Dubai Canal, past Burj Khalifa. Aside from that, Dubai Marina also offers traditional dhow dinner cruises, floating party boats, and luxury yacht experiences.
The Beach, JBR
The Beach, JBR comprises of two sections: The Walk, a retail promenade with plenty of dining, shopping, and entertainment options that feature a beachfront, and The Beach, a beautiful and luxurious public beach where you can enjoy water sports activities and sky-high dining.
A lazy day out in the sun with amazing views of the Burj Al Arab is all you need to unwind and relax.
Bluewater island
View Dubai Marina from a different angle.
Situated close to Dubai Marina, Bluewaters is home to the largest observation wheel in the world, Ain Dubai. See a unique perspective of the city by looking out at it from the sea.
Experience a new dining and entertainment district in this urban getaway island that is family-friendly and safe with open spaces to maintain social distance with other visitors.
City Helicopter Tour
You toured Dubai Marina through a cruise, now it’s time to take it up to the sky!
See one of the world’s most exciting cities from up high. Fly over towering skyscrapers, breathtaking beaches, bustling markets, and more.
There are different tours and packages but generally:
- A 12-minute Heritage Tour takes you over Dubai Creek, Wind Towers, Burj Khalifa, and old Dubai
- The longer 22-minute flight covers Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel on top of the Heritage Tour
- While the 40-minute tour takes you to Meydan Race Course and Business Bay including the previous places mentioned
Dubai Marina Zipline
XLine Dubai is the world’s longest urban zip line. You’ll be soaring from Amwaj Towers to Dubai Marina Mall at an average speed of 80km/hr. It is one of the steepest and fastest zip lines in the world, measuring 1km in length, up to 170m in height.
Hold tight as you zip across the neighborhood of Dubai, complete with five-star yachts and sleek tall towers. Don’t worry about experiencing the thrill alone because there are two concurrently running ziplines, which means you can live the excitement with a friend, family, or partner.
COVID-19 safety measures:
- Cashless payment only.
- Maintain social distancing measures throughout the experience.
- Mask and gloves are to be worn throughout the entire experience.
- Temperature checks for both customers and staff daily.
- Deep cleaning and sanitation of transport and equipment before each session.
- Only those between the ages of 13-59 will be able to experience the XLine Dubai Marina, and as before, all zipliners must be a minimum height of 130cm, weigh 50-100kg, and be in a good medical condition.
Don’t miss out on these amazing adventures this summer! Book your holiday home with Key One Homes to maximize your stay and take advantage of our tour-on-demand services.