Top 5 Malls in Dubai 2025: A Shopaholic’s Paradise

Dubai Mall is the pride of all shopping malls in Dubai. It is the UAE’s largest mall, which covers an area of 5.4 million square feet, and has over 1,200 retail stores. This mall is in Downtown Dubai, receives a total of over 100 million tourists annually. You will find luxury shops such as Chanel alongside common chain stores such as Zara and H&M, and a bunch of restaurant options across four levels. Dubai Mall goes beyond shopping, with attractions like the Dubai Aquarium, Olympic-sized Ice Rink, KidZania, VR Park, and the iconic Dubai Fountain shows.

• Location: Downtown Dubai, next to Burj Khalifa
• Operating Hours: Daily 10 AM - 12 AM (restaurants until 2 AM)
• Parking: Free for the first 4 hours, then AED 5 per hour

Looking for unique entertainment and shopping in Dubai under one roof? Visit the Mall of the Emirates on Sheikh Zayed Road. With renowned brand stores like Gucci, Prada and Cartier, it is also home to the first Middle East indoor ski resort called Ski Dubai. This mall is among the best places in Dubai for luxury shoppers as well as entertainment lovers. It has above 630 stores over many floors that will give you unique experiences you will not get in any other store.

• Location: Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Barsha
• Operating Hours: Daily 10 AM - 12 AM
• Parking: Free for all visitors

It is one of the best and unique shopping malls in Dubai that has the most stunning architecture.  With over 400 stores, this mall has six distinctive courts - China, India, Persia, Egypt, Tunisia and Andalusia. Each court represents a region that the famous Arab explorer Ibn Battuta visited.  The whole experience feels like you're shopping through different cultures and periods. Additionally, Ibn Battuta Mall features a 21-screen cinema complex and various family entertainment options. 

• Location: Sheikh Zayed Road, near Dubai Marina
• Operating Hours: Daily 10 AM - 10 PM (restaurants until midnight)
• Parking: Free parking available

Tips: If you're visiting this Mall, start at the India Court, which has the best photo opportunities and eateries.

Dubai Marina Mall is a place where you can shop with stunning harbour views without massive crowds. After the souks of Dubai, it is one of the most scenic shopping destinations in the city. This mall has over 160 stores spread across multiple levels, and also a waterfront dining space. The beautiful marina views and a relaxed atmosphere attract both locals and tourists to this mall. It has some of the top restaurants in Dubai.

• Location: Dubai Marina
• Operating Hours: Daily 10 AM - 12 AM
• Parking: Free for first 3 hours

If you want a European shopping experience, you’ll love Mercato Mall. It is a boutique shopping destination with Italian Renaissance-inspired architecture. This mall offers indoor and outdoor sections where you can enjoy a Mediterranean ambience and shop in a village-like setting. Mercato Mall is home to over 90 stores of fashion, lifestyle, along dining options featuring both international cuisines and Italian specialities. This Mall often holds Italian food festivals and boutique fashion pop-ups that blend retail and lifestyle beautifully. Expected to spend 3-4 hours here.

• Location: Jumeirah Beach Road
• Operating Hours: Daily 10 AM - 10 PM
• Parking: Free parking available

One can easily commute to the malls by using the Metro in Dubai. The Red Line of the Dubai Metro has a connecting sector to the Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, and Dubai Marina Mall. To visit Ibn Battuta Mall, take the Green Line.

Tips: Use Nol Cards for integrated transport payments

Average spending expectations:

• Luxury shopping: AED 500-2,000 per visit 
• Mid-range shopping: AED 200 500 one-time shopping
• Entertaining event: AED 50 to 200/person
• Dining in: AED 50-300 (per head) at the restaurant

• The best time to visit Dubai Malls for shopping is between 10 AM to 2 PM  to avoid crowds. 
• Visit in the evening to get the best atmosphere of dining and entertainment.
• Find the seasonal sales at the Dubai shopping festival. 
• Dress comfortably for extensive walking
• Make restaurant reservations in advance for popular venues
• Use the Dubai Metro for convenient mall access
• If you’re visiting with young children, you should budget extra time for attractions.

Malls in Dubai are incredibly varied, including the largest mall in the United Arab Emirates, Dubai Mall, to the thematic Ibn Battuta Mall. All these malls serve different tastes, including high-end shoppers and family entertainment. Dubai is a perfect shopping destination with good public transport, a safe environment and a price range. Fascinated? To have a mall-hopping itinerary with professional insight, check out the best Dubai tour packages from Pickyourtrail.