Al Safa Park

Al Safa Park is a large public park off Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai, with views of the city’s high-rises and Dubai Water Canal. It opened in 1975, and the canal now runs through part of the park. Families can use the playgrounds, while walking paths, sports courts and barbecue areas give you options for a longer visit. Sunset is a good time to take in the skyline. Entry costs 3 dirhams per person; check for insects in areas where wasps or bees gather.

A park shaped by the Dubai Canal

Al Safa Park opened in 1975 and is among Dubai’s older public parks. It once covered a larger area, but the Dubai Water Canal now cuts through part of the park. The canal gives the park a waterfront edge and has changed its layout over time.

The park sits off Sheikh Zayed Road, with high-rise buildings visible from its grounds. At sunset, the skyline gives a clear city backdrop to a walk or time outdoors.

Play, sport and outdoor cooking

Families can use the playgrounds, which include slides and swings set over sand. The park also has walking and cycling routes, a basketball court, volleyball court and tennis court. Barbecue areas and picnic tables make it possible to bring food and spend longer outside. Restrooms are available.

The park has paid parking nearby, and free parking is reported on Sundays and public holidays. Entry costs 3 dirhams per person. Some areas have been affected by construction, and wasps or bees have been reported in certain spots, so choose where to settle with care.