Retail
Dubai Holding enriches the city’s retail sector with vibrant malls, lifestyle destinations and retail centres, underscoring the pivotal role of retail as a key driver of Dubai’s diversified economy while fostering the continued growth of the sector and the wider tourism industry.
Attracting retail investment across leading destinations
Dubai Holding Asset Management owns and operates more than 40 malls and lifestyle destinations under the unified brand, Dubai Retail, making it one of the region’s largest groups of malls and retail destinations. The breadth of destinations offers a strong mix of shopping, dining, and lifestyle experiences that add significant value to Dubai’s retail and tourism sectors. Dubai Holding Asset Management works closely with partners to create retail investment opportunities attracting local, regional and international brands to Dubai.
Malls
Dubai Retail’s malls offer a strategic mix of retail, dining and entertainment, designed to deliver immersive, multi-dimensional experiences.
At the heart of Dubai’s iconic island, Palm Jumeirah Mall is where elegance meets experience. Featuring over 500 premium brands, curated dining at St. Regis Gardens, artisanal tastes at Depachika and panoramic views from The View, it offers a seamless blend of luxury and leisure in a prime waterfront setting—an essential stop for both residents and visitors.
Nad Al Sheba Mall, a distinguished addition to Dubai’s retail landscape, was inaugurated in 2025 as a destination designed to enrich everyday living. The mall features more than 100 retail, dining and lifestyle concepts, complemented by world-class wellness and leisure facilities including a fitness centre, padel courts and a swimming pool, establishing itself as a comprehensive lifestyle hub for residents and visitors alike.
Inspired by the timeless charm of a Tuscan hilltop town, The Outlet Village blends luxury and value in an architecturally distinctive setting. Home to over 100 premium brands including Dolce & Gabbana, Ralph Lauren, Nike and Adidas, it offers year-round access to high-end fashion at exceptional prices.
Business Bay is home to prime retail spaces as well. The district is a thriving mixed-use residential, commercial, hospitality and retail hub. Within Business Bay, Bay Avenue offers a walkable retail spot designed for everyday ease. With more than 170 units serving over 25,000 residents and professionals, it offers fitness, essentials and favourites like Gazebo and Kcal – all wrapped in community charm. Bay Square, meanwhile, blends European piazza charm with Dubai’s urban pulse in a walkable Business Bay setting. Spanning nine low-rise buildings with 123 outlets, including cafés, boutiques and fitness studios, it offers a relaxed, community vibe where business meets leisure.
The world’s largest themed shopping destination, Ibn Battuta Mall brings the 14th-century explorer’s journey to life across six cultural zones: Andalusia, Tunisia, Persia, Egypt, India and China. With over 400 retail and dining outlets, it blends rich heritage with modern convenience, earning a 2023 Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice award for its immersive, story-led experience.
One of the world’s largest Chinese retail and wholesale hubs, Dragon Mart is a vibrant showcase of Dubai’s global trade spirit. With thousands of outlets across fashion, electronics, and interiors, it’s a go-to for value-driven shoppers and entrepreneurs where commerce meets culture at scale.
Lifestyle destinations
Dubai Retail’s lifestyle destinations integrate retail, leisure and cultural experiences to energise the city’s urban fabric, positioning Dubai as a leader in experience-driven placemaking.
Home to Ain Dubai and more than 160 retail and dining concepts, Bluewaters blends lifestyle with cosmopolitan energy. With attractions like Madame Tussauds, Tr88house and Alizée Beach Club, it offers dynamic days and elevated nights in one unforgettable setting.
Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) is a vibrant beachside boulevard full of coastal and urban charm. Spanning 1.7 km, JBR The Walk features over 280 shops, cafés, spas and global dining spots, delivering the perfect mix of leisure, entertainment and convenience, just steps from the sand.
West Beach is a premier shoreline destination offering a distinctive blend of leisure and lifestyle experiences. Home to 14 restaurants and beach clubs, including renowned names such as February 30 and Surf Club alongside nine luxury hotels and convenient dock-and-dine access, it has established itself as a leading destination for families, culinary enthusiasts and those seeking exceptional sunset views.
For those who want to visit a destination ‘like no other’, Dubai’s original street-style destination, Boxpark is a 1.2 km stretch of industrial-chic creativity along Al Wasl Road. Built from shipping containers, it blends edgy fashion, eclectic dining and bold urban activations for trendsetters and families alike.
Last Exit is another example of a unique destination as the first-of-its-kind themed food truck concept offering a selection of fresh and tasty gourmet street food in a fun and convenient atmosphere. Spread across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, each of the four locations features a unique visual theme, over 88 F&B concepts, games and roadside adventures.
Al Khawaneej Walk is a greenhouse-inspired destination overlooking a serene lake, where rustic charm meets modern design. With homegrown cafés, kids’ zones, wellness spots and daily retail, it’s a warm, family-first escape rooted in community spirit.
Combining the historic charm of Dubai with its modern drive, Souk Al Seef embraces old and new to provide a unique shopping and dining experience. A Creekside destination that fuses heritage with modern charm. Stretching 1.8 km along Dubai Creek, it features floating restaurants, Emirati crafts, boutique museums, Hilton hotels and more than 90 retail and dining spots, capturing the soul of Old Dubai.
Located in the heart of Madinat Jumeirah, Souk Madinat Jumeirah is an iconic Arabian marketplace destination where heritage meets experience. With lantern-lit alleys, more than 60 boutiques, over 20 restaurants as well as cultural gems like the Theatre of Digital Art, it offers Jumeirah Burj Al Arab views, artisan finds and world cuisines. The collection of artworks and installations created by seven renowned UAE-based artists transforms the 21st century souk into a living canvas.
Retail centres
Dubai Retail’s integrated network of retail centres is thoughtfully designed to deliver essential services and lifestyle amenities within close proximity. From early education and dining to wellness and personal care, each destination is curated to meet the needs of daily life. Retail centres such as District One Centre, Jumeirah Park Centre, Jumeirah Islands Centre, Remraam Centre and Layan Centre play a vital role in enriching everyday experiences, offering convenience and quality across the city.
Dubai Holding’s retail and lifestyle destinations City Walk, The Beach and J1 Beach are operated by Merex Investment, a joint venture between Dubai Holding and Brookfield Asset Management.