Question 1

How do I get to Dubai Water Canal?

Accepted Answer

You can get to Dubai Water Canal by accessing the Boardwalk located near Safa Park. There are many other options to access the canal across the city, as it extends from Dubai Creek, passing through the central districts before ending in Jumeirah.

Question 2

How was the Dubai Water Canal built?

Accepted Answer

Dubai Water Canal was built by dredging the canal bed up to six metres and removing more than 3.2 million cubic metres of soil. Around 15,000 concrete blocks were used to build and fortify the banks – each weighing 40 tonnes. This incredible feat of engineering required the diversion of Sheikh Zayed Road during construction.

Question 3

What is the length of Dubai Water Canal?

Accepted Answer

The Dubai Water Canal is 3.2km long, extending from Dubai Creek in Old Dubai through the central district Business Bay and on towards the coast. Those who choose to walk, run or cycle along the manmade waterway can enjoy a total 6.4km of activity, covering both sides of the canal.

Question 4

What is the name of the bridge at Dubai Canal Walk?

Accepted Answer

One of the five pedestrian bridges adorning Dubai Water Canal is named Tolerance Bridge. The distinctive purple-hued archway was christened in November 2017 in honour of the 22nd International Day of Tolerance and offers great vantage points of Dubai's skyline.

Question 5

When did Dubai Water Canal open?

Accepted Answer

Dubai Water Canal opened in 2016. The waterway extends from Dubai Creek in Old Dubai through Business Bay, from where it heads to meet the Arabian Gulf. Visitors can run, walk and cycle along the 6.4km waterfront on either side of the canal.

Question 6

Where can I park for Dubai Water Canal?

Accepted Answer

Dubai Water Canal stretches through Safa, Business Bay and other areas, so there isn't one main parking area. There's ample parking near Safa Park as well as the suburban areas next to the Bridge of Tolerance – a pedestrian crossing. There are also other spots to park along Dubai Water Canal Walk.

Question 7

Is there public transport near Dubai Water Canal?

Accepted Answer

With Dubai Water Canal extending across a number of neighbourhoods, you have plenty of public transport options to access the waterfront destination. The Business Bay station on the Red line is the closest stop on the Dubai Metro. You can also use the bus and make your way to Al Wasl, Street 35, Al Ittihad Health Center bus stop and walk the final 15 minutes. Please use rta.ae to plan your journey beforehand.

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