Marina Beach is one of the fabulous free beaches in Dubai.
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Offering dozens of options for either more standard holiday activities, such as mall visits, or more adventurous ventures (think zip lining or yacht cruising), the Marina is undoubtedly worth a visit on any trip to the Emirate.
Astonishingly, the Dubai Marina, a man-made marvel and an architectural masterpiece, has become one of the most sought-after destinations for both residents and tourists. Despite its stunning appearance and inviting blue waters, swimming in the marina raises water quality and safety concerns that must be addressed.
Although it can get busy with commuters in the evenings, it's a near perfect early morning run, In full, the Marina walk is an 8 km (5.3 mile) loop, with paths on each side. There are three roads that cross over the marina, so you can do a shorter loop.
While Dubai has dozens of beaches, most are not officially open for swimming after dark. Beachgoers are permitted to venture into the ocean after sunset only in designated zones, although many of the city's beaches remain open until evening for those who are happy staying on the sand.
Tourists are permitted to drink in licensed restaurants, hotels and bars attached to licensed hotels. It is unacceptable and punishable to drink in public places—even beaches. Dubai is incredibly strict about public drunkenness and has zero tolerance for drinking and driving.
While most of the beach is free and open to the public, some parts are used by the hotels within JBR, so you must be a guest – or have purchased a beach day pass – to sunbathe there.
It's perfectly acceptable to wear swimming trunks, bikinis or one piece swimsuits on the beach or by the hotel pool; but it's disrespectful to walk the streets in a bikini or in shorts and a bikini top. Gentlemen may admirably fill out their Speedos but keep them for the beach too.
Can you walk to the beach from Dubai Marina? Yes, Dubai Marina is located close to Jumeirah Beach, and the beach distance between the two points is 15 km while the road distance is 18.7 km.