Dubai city is famous for offering the perfect fusion of modern architecture, rich cultural heritage and world-class facilities. Among them, Al Wasl Street is a popular place to enjoy Dubai’s culture and elegance. This exciting boulevard is a melting pot of lifestyle, culture and entertainment running along the beauty of the city. From locals and residents to tourists, Al Wasl Street has it all.
In this blog we’ll cover everything about Al Wasl Street Dubai, its history, location, nearby areas and many more.
Overview
Al Wasl Street is parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road and passes through major hubs such as Jumeirah and Satwa. One of the historical places of Dubai is Al Wasi and reflects its significance in cultural and social issues. The pedestrianized street has a cluster of high-end boutiques and gourmet cafes with art galleries, spas. It also features a number of community hubs and is near to the top tourist sites, which contribute to its popularity.
Location and Timings
Location: Al Wasl Street Dubai is located on the south side of Sheikh Zayed Road and neighbors you through Jumeirah, Al Safa too.
Operating Hours: The street is for 24 hours in a day. Shops, cafe and attraction hours open until 12 at night from Monday to Saturday & 10 PM on Sundays.
Attractive Things to Do At Al Wasl
Shopping and Dining
An odd mix of shops and restaurants from all over Al Wasl Street. Indulge in fashion boutique stores and local shops of Galleria Mall, taste Middle Eastern food to international cuisines.
Shopping
What To Do : explore classy stores, stumble upon unusual fashion items or get shopping goods..
Opening Hours:-
- Weekdays: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Weekends: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Address: Al Wasl Street, Galleria Mall, Dubai
Dining
what to do : explore a variety of restaurants from Middle Eastern flavors to delicious delights from around the world.
Ravi’s Restaurant: Affordable Pakistani food.
Timing: 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
The Tasty: Comptoir 102’s healthy organic café experience is contemporary.
Timings:800 AM to 10: PM
Location : Along Al Wasl Street
Explore Art and Culture
The Courtyard is the gallery of modern art set out in this quirky little place dedicated to hosting your art lover within the charming creation, or taking part in creative workshops. The street art scene is intense here, and it gives you an idea of Dubai’s contemporary cultural scene.
What to do: visit the local art galleries and attend a workshop or simply have some coffee while getting your artistic fix. The Courtyard is a cultural oasis with state-of-the-art exhibition and commercial zones.
Timing :10:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily
Location: The Courtyard Al Quoz Near Al Wasl Street, Dubai
Green spaces to chill out
A short drive to Safa Park which is a piece of heaven with all the lush greenery and no fail picnic spot, jogging or just relaxing in nature.
Relax at Safa Park
Have a family picnic, Rent Bicycles or walk through beautiful gardens. The ideal place for anyone who loves outdoor adventure and kids.
Hours: 8:00 AM – Midnight
Located: along Sheikh Zayed Road Al Wasl Street.
Kite Beach — Beach Fun
Attractions: kite surf, paddleboard or just volleyball at the beach. Grab some breakfast near the beach in cafes or stroll down the shore.
Timings: beach opens for 24 hours
water sports usually operate from 7:00 AM all sun settings.
Location: Kite Beach, Jumeirah 3 (opposite Al Wasl Street.)
Wellness and Fitness
Wasl Street is literally the kind of place swimsuit models reside for yoga and fitness lovers. Those looking to move or but unwind may thank Zen Yoga and Physique 57. Attend a yoga class at Zen Yoga or pick up barre classes at Physique 57. As these wellness centers have classes suited for all, ranging from beginners to advanced participants.
Timings:
Zen Yoga: from 7 AM to 9 PM
Physique 57 146: 6:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Location:
Alserkal Avenue close to Al Wasl Street, Al Quoz (Zen Yoga)
Physique 57 directly at Al Wasl Street. 3. at
Browse Al Jumeirah Mosque
Things To Do: enjoy the super islamic architecture and then take a guided tour to learn Islamic culture and tradition.
Timings: Every morning (except Fridays), guided tour at 10:00 AM.
Address: Jumeirah 1, near Al Wasl Street, Dubai.
Al Wasl Supermarkets
The area is well equipped for supermarkets and small grocery stores for daily needs. Waitrose and Carrefour are located 5 minutes from the city centre are some of the most frequented stores for larger shopping trips, besides Ras Al Khaimah is where they all converge on. Also, there are supermarkets like Choithrams, Spinneys throughout the neighbourhood providing a large variety of domestic and foreign products for the residents as well as visitors.
Other Nearby Sites to Explore
The locations of Kite Beach, Boxpark and City Walk not far away means this part of al Wasl is also a good entertainment destination.
Worship places
Al Wasl addresses the spiritual needs of its multi-religious population.
Mosques
- Khalifa Bin Da’en Mosque
- Abdulrahman Al Qasimi Mosque
- Masjid Othman Bin Affan for the Muslims.
Temples
- Krishna temple
- Siva
Gurdwaras
- St. Marys Catholic Church
- Holy Trinity Church
Nearby Schools and Universities
Al Wasl is perfect for any family thanks to proximity to of some of the best educational institutions in dubai:
Nurseries
- Honey Bee Nursery
- Little Wings Nursery
School
- Jumeirah College
- Jumeirah English Speaking school (JESS)
- Safe English School.
- JSS Private School
Higher Education:
Hospitals and Clinics
Al Wasl is blessed with a large range of Medical facilities as these,
Hospitals
Clinics
- Dubai London Clinic Dental Centre
- International Aesthetic Medical Centre
- Dr. Michael’s Dental Clinic
How to Reach
Access Al Wasl Street in Public and Private Vehicles:
- Metro: From Business Bay (Red Line) and Dubai Mall or Burj Khalifa are the closest stops. Also, Metro at Al Wasl St and Bus 25, connecting to the road within the corridor.
- Car : for those people having their own car or rent a car Dubai service, there is a wide availability of parking.
- Uber and Careem: Uber and Careem can be easily called for ride-hailing services.
Nearby Places
- City Walk: Beautiful outdoor shopping and entertainment destination.
- Kite Beach: It offers water sports and seaside cafes for adults and kids out to sea,
- Jumeirah Mosque: Jumeirah Mosque has the most beautiful islamic architecture. It is good to drive inside, street parking and underground locations are available
- Boxpark: A dining and shopping hub for tourists.
Tips to consider
- Take your visits months from (oct to march) for a better experience
- Dress comfortable with the weather preferably if you are going to walk around.
- Some local stores and cafes have deals during weekdays.
- Take notice of the events or seasonal pop-ups on the street.
Conclusion
Al Wasl Street is a perfect picture spot of the livelong Dubai urban life. Foodies, culture vultures and chill seekers, the street has it all. It is located in the heart of town having different activities to offer. Al Wasl Street is the complete package for anyone getting around town.
