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Souk Madinat Jumeirah

Jumeirah Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
As featured in 3 days in Dubai
Ranked #22 of 83 attractions in Dubai
4.5 of 5 stars 80 Reviews
Fee: No
Owner description: Located near Jumeirah Beach area, the Souk Madinat Jumeriah is an entertainment complex that includes a traditional Arabian souk (market) with plenty... more » Owner description: Located near Jumeirah Beach area, the Souk Madinat Jumeriah is an entertainment complex that includes a traditional Arabian souk (market) with plenty of shops, restaurants and bars. Take a magical and relaxing Abra tour and meander waterways and wide open seascapes. « less
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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Had a great time walking around the shops and taking in the ambience of the place. An awesome shopping experience, an arabian market within a hotel. And stepping out you can see the Burj al arab in the distance. Lovely place to take some good photos as well.

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London, United Kingdom
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We stayed at Dar al Masyaf last summer and ate in the souk a couple of times, also had a wander round in the evenings and bought a few gifts to take home. The poster of Dubai (drawn a bit like a cartoon showing landmarks and places of interest) I had framed and it's hanging in my kitchen to remind... More

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buckinghamshire
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

This is not a real souk, but a replica constructed for tourists. Even so, it has some interesting shops - many of which are quite expensive - and there is also a theatre. The most interesting part, however, consists in the large array of waterside restaurants. There is something for most tastes here, but don't expect fast food or a... More

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London, United Kingdom
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Souk Madinat is interconnected by waterways with Jumeirah, Mina al Salaam hotel and villas (Jumeirah Group) . It has numerous restaurants, shops and bars. It is very authentic middle-east ambience with latern lit hallways. If staying at the Jumeirah Group hotels, there is a free abra (boat) service on the waterways connecting to the Madinat Souk. It is most enjoyable... More

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Spectacular mall with beautiful craftsmanship... Plenty of shop and dine in restaurants... Lake Side restaurants have great view of burj Al Arab... Dhow ride, especially in the evenings is very romantic... Highly recommended Do not forget to take your camera along!

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Bucharest, Romania
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Highly recommend it to all tourists going to Dubai! Lots of places to eat and drink!

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

A really nice selection of shopping places, however, not the cheapest place if you are going for usual souvenires. Good for restaurants - wide selection, and great food. Nice views from the Souk, worth a visit.

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New Haven, CT
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

The souk had the opportunity to take a dhow ride around the resort property which was lovely in itself and provided great views of Burj Al-Arab. The little stores were fun to wander in...rather upscale touristy places, but nice to look around. Made for a lovely couple hours on a warm afternoon.

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Oregon
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012 via mobile

I expected a labyrinth of corners and alleys outside, however nothing was open outdoors, probably because of the heat. Inside the souk was nice, some interesting shops, however was a bit disappointed. No boats were traveling the rather small waterways, and no cafes open outside to enjoy. I was there during the middle of the day, so it would probably... More

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Helsinki, Finland
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Unlike a "real" souk, here noone is trying to sell you something you don't want. A good place to spend your time, go to eat or take a cup op coffee. Air conditioning indoors, but also possibility to spend time outdoors.

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