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Parks of Dubai

Take a break from the contemporary shopping malls of Dubai and go for a stroll to any of the beautiful and serene parklands. From family and beach parks to water and adventure parks, the city will tempt you to get close to nature and also enjoy the thrills in store.

To spend some quality time with your kith and kin, visit any of the parks that provide a respite from urban life.

Mushrif Park

Unwind at Dubai's largest park, Mushrif Park, which has a variety of trees, shrubs, flower beds and ornate plants. Lie on the cool grass lawns that extend over an area of 24,500 sq m. But if you and your family are looking for some fun and excitement, then choose from a variety of leisure games that are available for both adults and children. You'll also find swings, slides, seesaws, climbing ropes and other games to keep you entertained.

One of the most prominent areas of Mushrif Park is the International Village, where you can marvel at the thirteen models of houses from different nations.

From a typical Arabic home to a traditional Dutch mill the Village also exhibits English, Norwegian, Thai, Indonesian, Chinese, Japanese and Burmese houses, which are intricately designed to express the architecture of the respective countries.

If you're a keen sports enthusiast, then go for a game of basketball, football or volleyball on the sports playground. Follow it up with a refreshing dip in the pool.

After a day full of activities, relax as you enjoy a barbecue meal at any of the 56 barbecue areas, which are equipped with wooden shades, seats and modern grills.

Creekside Park

Located on the banks of Dubai Creek, the Creekside Park is one of the most scenic parks in the city. The beautifully landscaped greens perfectly harmonise with the aquamarine waters of the Arabian Gulf.

The park offers you a range of recreational activities to choose from. Take on a splendid game of golf at the 18-hole mini golf course. Or admire a fascinating view of Dubai from atop a cable car, which runs along a stretch of 2.5 kms. This is the first of its kind in the Emirates and offers an unrestricted view of the city, 30 metres above.

A better way to tour this park is to either rent the two-wheel bikes or four-wheel cycles. Enjoy the cool breeze as you ride through the narrow lanes that are beautifully dotted with a variety of trees and flowers. Stop by the Date Palm Groves that recreate the past by showcasing the traditional irrigation method called 'falaj'.