Q: What is the best time to visit Palm Jumeirah?

Whatever time of day, there’s always something happening at Palm Jumeirah. For watersports enthusiasts, early morning is a good time to take to the water in a kayak, while party lovers will probably want to visit Palm Jumeirah after sunset. Between beautiful beaches, fantastic waterparks and some of the best restaurants in the world, you can easily spend an entire day on Palm Jumeirah.

Question 1

What is special about Palm Jumeirah?

Accepted Answer

As one of the world’s largest and most ambitious artificial islands, Palm Jumeirah is an engineering marvel – it required precise planning and execution to create the palm-shaped archipelago which exists today. Beyond that, Palm Jumeirah has become one of Dubai’s most exclusive neighbourhoods, home to the best collection of high-end beach resorts anywhere in the city.

Question 2

Is it free to go to Palm Jumeirah?

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Yes, Palm Jumeirah is just like any other area of Dubai, and there’s no charge for going onto the island (other than the cost of transport). There’s also plenty to do for free on Palm Jumeirah.

Question 3

What is the best time to visit Palm Jumeirah?

Accepted Answer

Whatever time of day, there&rsquo;s always something happening at Palm Jumeirah. For watersports enthusiasts, early morning is a good time to take to the water in a kayak, while party lovers will probably want to visit Palm Jumeirah after sunset. Between beautiful beaches, fantastic waterparks and some of the best restaurants in the world, you can easily spend an entire day on Palm Jumeirah.

Question 4

Can you walk on Palm Jumeirah?

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Yes, there are plenty of places to walk on Palm Jumeirah – most notably the 11km-long Palm Jumeirah Boardwalk, which runs along the outside of the crescent surrounding the palm-shaped island. The Palm Jumeirah Boardwalk takes you past many of the Palm’s most exclusive resorts, and also features plenty of food trucks and places to sit – as well as great views. You can also walk on the sand – and even walk your dog – at Palm West Beach. It’s also possible to walk around other areas of Palm Jumeirah, especially on the trunk – but you may find it’s easier to get from one part to another by car or the Palm Monorail.

Question 5

What can you do on Palm Jumeirah for free?

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There are plenty of things to do on Palm Jumeirah for free. Start off with the Palm Jumeirah Boardwalk, which runs 11km around the island’s outer crescent. Then, have a wander through the public areas of Atlantis, The Palm, where you can see stunning artwork and architecture, along with amazing aquatic displays. Take a walk along Palm West Beach’s 1.6km of pristine sand, and admire the view of Dubai Marina. And in the evening, stroll around The Pointe and watch The Palm Fountain – the world’s largest dancing fountain, with displays every 30 minutes after sunset.

Question 6

Are Atlantis and Palm Jumeirah the same?

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Atlantis, The Palm is a resort on Palm Jumeirah, sitting pride of place at the centre of the crescent which surrounds the Palm island. Atlantis is just one of many resorts on Palm Jumeirah – although it’s one of the largest and by far the best known.

Question 7

How deep is the sea in Palm Jumeirah?

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The sea off the beaches of Palm Jumeirah is shallow near to the shore, then gets deeper the further out you go – similar to the sea at Dubai’s other beaches. Inside the Palm’s crescent-shaped breakwater the waters are relatively shallow. (Outside the breakwater, which isn’t accessible to the public, the deepest point is about 10 metres underwater.)

Question 8

How do I get to The Palm by public transport?

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If you’re travelling by Dubai Metro, get off at either the Dubai Marina or DMCC station, then catch the tram to Palm Jumeirah station. From here you can take a monorail which runs all the way to Atlantis, The Palm. You can also reach the Palm monorail via bus, via any route along King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street.

Question 9

Is Palm Jumeirah worth visiting?

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As one of the marvels of Dubai, and an incredible feat of engineering, Palm Jumeirah is definitely worth a visit. To see the whole of the Palm, head to The View at The Palm, a 240m high observation deck on the island’s trunk – or head up in The Dubai Balloon, which gives stunning views across the artificial island.

Question 10

Does the Palm Dubai have a beach?

Accepted Answer

Yes, almost all of the hotels and resorts on Palm Jumeirah have their own beaches – many of which also allow non-guests to buy a day pass. You can also stroll on the sand, have a picnic, or even walk your dog, at Palm West Beach, which is open to the public from 8am to midnight every day.

Question 11

Is the Palm in Dubai man made?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Palm Jumeirah is an artificial island – construction started in 2001, and the first residents moved onto Palm Jumeirah in 2006. The islands that make up Palm Jumeirah are built from reclaimed land, and have a total shoreline of 520km.

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