Q: Which Metro goes to Jumeirah?

The Dubai Metro doesn’t directly go to Jumeirah, but you can use it to make an easy connection to other parts of Dubai’s public transport, such as bus routes to Jumeirah – you can use the RTA’s Journey Planner to work out the best route. Alternatively, you may find it quicker and easier to get a taxi to Jumeirah.

Question 1

Where is Jumeirah in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Jumeirah is a leafy suburb which sits along the coastline south-west of the centre of Dubai. Most of Jumeirah is residential, while Jumeirah Beach Road is the commercial hub of the neighbourhood. Running parallel to the beach, this street is brimming with great restaurants, exclusive boutiques and more.

Question 2

Is Jumeirah Beach free?

Accepted Answer

Jumeirah Public Beach, also known as Nessnass Beach and Jumeirah Open Beach, is free for everyone, and offers public showers and toilets. If you want to enter Jumeirah Beach Park, there is a small entrance fee, and if you want to hire things like umbrellas, sun loungers or watersports equipment, you&rsquo;ll need to pay for these.

Question 3

Does Jumeirah Beach open at night?

Accepted Answer

Jumeirah Public Beach is open 24 hours a day, and is free to access. However, if you want to hire equipment or buy refreshments, these facilities will have their own opening hours, and will generally be closed at night.

Question 4

How do I get to Jumeirah Beach?

Accepted Answer

From most places in Dubai, the easiest way to reach Jumeirah Beach is by taxi. There are also plenty of bus routes which run through Jumeirah from across Dubai. And if your destination in Jumeirah is close enough, it’s a very pleasant neighbourhood to walk through.

Question 5

Which Metro goes to Jumeirah?

Accepted Answer

The Dubai Metro doesn&rsquo;t directly go to Jumeirah, but you can use it to make an easy connection to other parts of Dubai&rsquo;s public transport, such as bus routes to Jumeirah &ndash; you can use the RTA&rsquo;s Journey Planner to work out the best route. Alternatively, you may find it quicker and easier to get a taxi to Jumeirah.

Question 6

Can I swim at Jumeirah Beach?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can swim at Jumeirah Public Beach, and there are facilities including public showers and toilets. If you want any particular watersports equipment you should bring it with you – or you can rent it from businesses on or near the beach.

Question 7

What is the best time to visit Jumeirah Beach?

Accepted Answer

Jumeirah Open Beach, also known as Jumeirah Public Beach, is open 24 hours a day. However, the best times to visit depend on what you want to do; some people go for an early morning swim or dragon-boating session, while the day is cooler and there are fewer people around. If you want to sunbathe, it’s best to go in the morning or afternoon, and avoid the hours between 11am and 3pm when the sun is at its hottest. Jumeirah Beach is also popular in the early evening, when you can enjoy a spectacular sunset over the sand.

Question 8

Is JBR the same as Jumeirah Beach?

Accepted Answer

Jumeirah Beach Residence, commonly known as JBR, is an area on the coast next to Dubai Marina. While JBR takes its name from Jumeirah, the two neighbourhoods are not close – in fact JBR is around 20km south-west of Jumeirah.

Question 9

What is Jumeirah in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Jumeirah is one of Dubai’s most famous neighbourhoods. Originally home to a leafy suburb and a long stretch of pristine beach, Jumeirah now also boasts world-class hotels, and dozens of boutiques and restaurants along Jumeirah Beach Road. Jumeirah has also lent its name to the Jumeirah hotels group, which includes hotels such as the Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel. Jumeirah Beach Residences (JBR) also takes its name from Jumeirah, but is much further down Dubai’s coast, next to Dubai Marina.

Question 10

What is Jumeirah known for?

Accepted Answer

Jumeirah is a famous neighbourhood in Dubai, which is known for its pristine beaches and being an exclusive residential area. Jumeirah is also home to dozens of independent restaurants and shopping boutiques, and is one of the best districts in Dubai for finding the perfect gift – or the perfect meal. The neighbourhood of Jumeirah has also lent its name to many other things in Dubai, including the Jumeirah Group of hotels, and Jumeirah Beach Residence, which is about 20km away.

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