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Kite Beach

Popular for watersports, food trucks, and vibrant atmosphere.

4.6 on Google · 22,568 reviews

Why people come to Kite Beach

Clean and well-kept

Reviewers repeatedly call it one of Dubai's cleanest, best-organized beaches.

Lane-divided promenade

Separate lanes for walking, running, cycling and skating.

0.3km

to Umm Suqeim Beach

Beach, the closest of the places we cover nearby.

Family and water sports

Calm water for kids plus water sports for the active.

Sunset spot

A well-liked sunset view, and rarely over-crowded.

The Scene

The draw is how complete and well-kept it is: clean sand, clear water, and a long promenade divided into lanes so walkers, runners, cyclists and skaters all have room. It suits families and kids, there are water sports for the active, and the sunset view gets specific praise. Several reviewers call it their favourite beach in Dubai.

Getting Around

It is free to access and set up for a full day, with facilities and food along the strip. It is usually less crowded than you would expect, though weekends fill up, so mornings and sunset are the sweet spots. The promenade makes it as good for a jog or a cycle as for a swim.

Local Tips

Come early or for sunset for the best of it. Bring or rent gear for water sports, and use the lanes on the promenade rather than the sand if you are running or cycling. Good for all ages.