{"id":2201,"date":"2018-06-04T10:35:53","date_gmt":"2018-06-04T05:05:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/golocalclassified.com\/article\/?p=2201"},"modified":"2018-06-04T10:35:53","modified_gmt":"2018-06-04T05:05:53","slug":"the-5-best-parks-to-visit-in-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/golocalclassified.com\/article\/the-5-best-parks-to-visit-in-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best Parks to Visit in Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A holiday in Dubai often means hanging out at one of the celebrated hotels and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jaresortshotels.com\/en\/dubai\/ja-palm-tree-court\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">beach resorts in UAE<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, going on a desert safari, checking out the tallest building in the world, and indulging in various luxurious food and experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But aside from doing the usual touristy stuff, you can also commune with nature in this city known for its hot weather and rolling deserts. There are several beautiful parks and gardens you also have to visit in Dubai.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mamzar Beach Park<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although this park is a bit far from Dubai\u2019s central commercial area, the trip here will be worth your time and effort. This is because Mamzar Beach Park is one of Dubai&#8217;s top and biggest beach parks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>This park covers acres of open grassland, five beaches, and one large outdoor swimming pool.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It has several restaurants and cafes and barbecue pits if you want to grill your favorite meats and veggies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mamzar Beach Park is also home to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beach cabins<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basketball and football courts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children\u2019s play areas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grocery stores<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bikes for hire<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Train rides<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running and bike path<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to hang out at a beach but still have access to other activities and facilities, you won\u2019t go wrong with spending a day at the Mamzar Beach Park.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creek Park<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the oldest and most popular parks in Dubai is the Dubai Creek Park. It is located in the heart of the old city, on the shores of Dubai Creek. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from <\/span><b>being amazed by the <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jimsmowing.com.au\/2016\/02\/tips-for-beautiful-lawns-all-year-round\/\"><b>beautiful landscape and green turf<\/b><\/a><b> and getting a feel of Old Dubai<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there are various activities here everyone has to try. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Riding the cable car<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biking or cycling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Riding the miniature train<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roller skating<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Riding the go-karts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy al fresco dining in this park by bringing your own picnic basket and using one of the barbecue grills. If you don\u2019t want to cook, you can have your fill of great dishes, snacks, and beverages at a restaurant or caf\u00e9 here.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safa Park<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safa Park is another well-known and relatively old park in Dubai. <\/span><b>This 150-acre urban park has three lakes, over 200 species of birds, and 16,924 types of trees and bushes.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 80% of the park is covered by grassy lawns and, as such, it is one of the greenest and loveliest places you can visit in this emirate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The park also has a little forest, a waterfall flowing from the hill, and three lakes, with one featuring a fountain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other facilities you will find in this place are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Playgrounds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fun fair<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Picnic areas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zabeel Park<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Zabeel Park is one of the more modern and largest parks in Dubai<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This park is so big that it is split in half by a road (Shaikh Zayed Road). To traverse the whole area, you can use the pedestrian bridges which connect the different parts of the park.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from marveling at the landscape and interesting plant life, you can also enjoy these fun activities here:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ride a bike along the cycle track<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ice skating<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore the maze<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Play tennis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Climb the 45-meter panoramic tower<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Karting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hang out at the Stargate &#8211; an educational entertainment center split into five domes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar to the other parks, you can also enjoy a picnic here or eat at one of the top-notch restaurants and cafes located within the park.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mushrif Park<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>This family-oriented park is located in the eastern part of Dubai. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has a swimming pool which visitors can use for escaping the heat temporarily.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the biggest attractions of this park is the Small World replica houses. In this area, you will find replica models of traditional houses from the Arabic and Western worlds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other activities worth trying out here are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Riding the train<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visiting the mini-zoo<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Playing basketball, volleyball and handball<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Horse and camel riding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cycling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoying a concert at the outdoor theatre<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mushrif Park is also great for picnics and barbecues. There are also several cafes and restaurants worth visiting here as well. \u00a0It is simply a fantastic place for simply enjoying the outdoors with a green, lush background and fresh, cool breeze.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A visit to Dubai doesn\u2019t only mean basking in the sand and crystal blue waters. You can also marvel at the green, lush landscape and plant life which you will find at its various local parks. You will also find a variety of fun, exciting things to do at these parks, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>AUTHOR BIO<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Thomas Grundner<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for <\/span><b>JA Resorts &amp; Hotels<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. He has more than 20 years of expertise in the hospitality and leisure industry \u2013 across international markets including Germany, Egypt and Spain. Grundner oversees all sales, marketing and revenue efforts as the company continues to build on its key growth and development strategies and further cultivates its unique blend of &#8220;Heartfelt Hospitality&#8221; and &#8220;Casual Luxury.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A holiday in Dubai often means hanging out at one of the celebrated hotels and beach resorts in UAE, going on a desert safari, checking out the tallest building in the world, and indulging in various luxurious food and experiences. 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