A guide to Al Barsha and Barsha Heights area in Dubai

Q: How far is Al Barsha from the airport?

Al Barsha is around 20km south-west of the city's main airport, Dubai International Airport – about a 30-minute drive without any traffic (or a 45-minute metro journey). From Al Maktoum International Airport , Al Barsha is around 25km, which is around a 45-minute drive. It’s easy to reach Al Barsha from Dubai International Airport by public transport, as the Dubai Metro Red Line runs directly from both airport terminals 1 and 3 to Al Barsha and Barsha Heights.

Q: Is Al Barsha in Downtown Dubai?

No, Al Barsha is a different neighbourhood from Downtown Dubai , which is around 12km away. While they have a few things in common – they are both newer parts of Dubai, and are both home to famous shopping malls – Al Barsha and Downtown Dubai are quite different from each other. Downtown Dubai is a relatively small area, but packed with some of the city’s most prestigious landmarks – such as Burj Khalifa , Dubai Mall and Dubai Opera – while Al Barsha is a large area with a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Q: Which metro goes to Al Barsha?

Dubai Metro’s Red Line goes directly to Al Barsha and Barsha Heights from both the city centre and Jebel Ali . Depending on which part of Al Barsha you want to reach, you can get off at any of the three stations that serve the area: Mall of the Emirates station, Mashreq station or Dubai Internet City station.

Q: Is Al Barsha a posh area?

Like any city neighbourhood, Al Barsha has some very high-end areas and some less luxe parts. As Al Barsha continues to develop, it is becoming home to some of Dubai’s best residential and commercial developments, not to mention hotels. This is especially true of Barsha Heights, which has grown quickly thanks to Dubai’s booming tech and media industries.

Q: What is Al Barsha known for?

Al Barsha is best known as the home of Mall of the Emirates , one of Dubai’s most famous malls, as well as Ski Dubai , which is attached to the mall. The area is also known for Dubai Miracle Garden in the southern part of Al Barsha – but it’s also very popular as a neighbourhood for Dubai’s residents, with plenty of people moving there in recent years.

Q: Which metro station is in Al Barsha?

Al Barsha has three stations on Dubai Metro’s Red Line: Mall of the Emirates and Mashreq stations serve Al Barsha, and Dubai Internet City serves Barsha Heights. This makes the neighbourhood one of the best-connected to the Dubai Metro .

Q: Which tourist places should I visit in Al Barsha?

No visit to Al Barsha would be complete without seeing both Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Miracle Garden – both of which are among the city’s most popular tourist attractions. Mall of the Emirates is home to Ski Dubai , the impressive indoor ski slope which is famous around the world; while Dubai Miracle Garden has stunning displays of horticultural talent, making it a delightful place to visit.

Top things to do in Al Barsha and Barsha Heights

Roller coasters, skiing, botanical gardens and more await you in Al Barsha

SKI DUBAI
DUBAI MIRACLE GARDEN
DUBAI BUTTERFLY GARDEN

Attractions in Al Barsha and Barsha Heights

Find more great things to see and do in the neighbourhood

Al Salam Mosque
A place of worship and an architectural gem in Al Barsha.
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Jumble
An interactive puzzle game that tests all your skills.
History of Cinema Museum
A private collection of pre-cinema gadgetry.
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THAT Concept Store
A contemporary shop for artistic gifts.
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Go shopping in Al Barsha at some of Dubai’s best malls

Explore Mall of the Emirates as well as other great shopping centres

Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha's largest shopping mall
Harvey Nichols in Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha
Kimchi at 1004 Gourmet in Al Barsha

Enjoy the community atmosphere at Al Barsha Pond Park

Make the most of Al Barsha’s peaceful green space

Boats at Al Barsha Pond Park
Running track at Al Barsha Pond Park
Al Barsha Pond Park at sunset

Expand your culinary horizons at Al Barsha’s restaurants

Find great indie restaurants and a huge range of cuisines in Al Barsha and Barsha Heights

Map of Al Barsha and Barsha Heights

Eplore the neighbourhood with our interactive map

Get comfortable in Al Barsha’s hotels

There are plenty of great mid-market hotels in Al Barsha and Barsha Heights

How to get to Al Barsha and Barsha Heights

Al Barsha is easily accessible by both public transport and car

Common Al Barsha and Barsha Heights questions

All your Al Barsha queries, answered

How far is Al Barsha from the airport?

Is Al Barsha in Downtown Dubai?

Which metro goes to Al Barsha?

Is Al Barsha a posh area?

What is Al Barsha known for?

Which metro station is in Al Barsha?

Which tourist places should I visit in Al Barsha?

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