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About Business Bay

Top Things to Do in Business Bay  •  Best Towers in Business Bay  •  Places to Visit in Business Bay

One of Dubai’s most iconic neighborhoods, Business Bay is where work and play cross paths. It’s a commercial, residential, and business community consisting mainly of skyscrapers.


Located next to Downtown Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, and DIFC, It’s a stone’s throw away from the city’s most happening areas.


Business Bay, Dubai is home to jaw-dropping architecture, the stunning Dubai Canal, and endless entertainment and nightlife options like rooftop restaurants, lounges, and world-class hotels. It also houses a multitude of businesses and commercial buildings, hence its name.


The area boasts over 240 buildings and is one of the most sought-after communities in Dubai. It covers 46,900,000 sq. ft. with 18.5% of the area dedicated to commercial developments, 59.4% to mixed-use developments, and 22.1% to residential developments.


If you want to live close to Downtown Dubai at a more manageable housing price, Business Bay is a great option. This glitzy community is a key part of Dubai’s skyline and is one of the best places for renting and buying luxury apartments in Dubai.

Highlights of Business Bay, Dubai

  • Central Business Hub in Dubai
  • Close to Downtown Dubai, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall
  • Located along the Dubai Canal
  • Mixed-use community with residential and commercial towers
  • Location of La Perle by Dragone
  • Home to JW Marriott Marquis Hotel
  • Highly desirable area because of its many amenities, dining and leisure facilities

Lifestyle & Things to Do in Business Bay

The lifestyle in Business Bay is vibrant and buzzing with activities. From entertainment and waterfront strolls to restaurants and hotels, there’s always something to do here.


One of the most popular attractions in Business Bay is La Perle by Dragone, Dubai’s permanent show. The mastermind behind it was Franco Dragone, the theatre director who worked with Cirque du Soleil.


La Perle is located in V Hotel at Al Habtoor City. It’s inspired by Dubai’s pearl-diving history and displays impressive acrobatics, stunts, and choreography with a cast of 65 performers.


Another iconic attraction in Business Bay is the Dubai Canal. This man made project features a 3.2 km promenade that overlooks Dubai’s stunning skyscrapers and has restaurants, hotels, luxury homes, and walking and cycling paths.


For more leisure options, visitors and residents can head to Bay Square. It is a mixed-use complex with waterfront promenades, shops, and restaurants where residents and visitors can shop, dine, and stroll to their heart’s contentment.


On top of that, Business Bay boasts a vibrant nightlife, with a large variety of clubs, lounges and pubs, such as BLU Dubai and 1OAK, while JW Marriott Marquis Hotel includes a variety of nightlife options.

House prices

TypeAvg. Price (AED/ year)
Studio72,000
1 Bedroom95,000
2 Bedrooms135,000
3 Bedrooms195,000
4 Bedrooms302,000

The data displayed is based on Property Finder’s last 12 months listing data.

Frequently asked questions

Business Bay is located in the southern area of both Downtown and Old Town neighborhoods, in front of the Dubai Water Canal.

One of the main advantages of this location is being away from the bustle made by touristic places in Dubai. In addition to all of that, you get to witness a killer view of the famous water bridge with all the lights and colors that radiate from it at night.

Business Bay is the perfect place to feel the city-based lifestyle, especially because it is quite close to the Burj Khalifa, Souk Al Bahar, and Dubai Mall.

Business Bay area is the key access to many famous attractions in Dubai, offering all of Dubai’s advantages without paying a very high cost of living like other places in Dubai. Here are the most popular nearby attractions to Business Bay:

  • Dubai Bowling Center: 7 minutes away
  • Dubai Creek: 8 minutes away
  • Dubai Ice Rink: 9 minutes away
  • Souk Al Bahar: 9 minutes away
  • Downtown Dubai: 10 minutes away
  • Dubai Mall: 10 minutes away
  • Bay Avenue Mall and Park: 11 minutes away
  • Dubai Aquarium: 11 minutes away
  • Emirates Mall: 12 minutes away
  • Dubai International Airport: 16 minutes away
  • The Palm Jumeirah: 20 minutes away

Moving from one place to another is an easy thing to do especially because there are lots of options concerning public transportation. If you want to catch up with the city’s busy life, get ready for choosing your favorite option from the following:

  • Metro: Business Bay Metro Station is very famous within the community
  • Bus: There are lots of bus stations in different places, inside Business Bay, like Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Mall, and the Palace Hotel
  • Taxi: It is so easy to order an RTA taxi, but it is better to book early in order to avoid rush hours. You can also order Uber or Careem as they always provide high quality services for their customers

Business or no business, the community will be providing facilities and amenities that boost residents’ performance in life generally. Among all the remarkable facilities, here are the top six facilities:

  • Retail options
  • Hospitals
  • Parking spaces
  • Schools
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels

Business Bay hotels are characterized by luxuriousness and cozy accommodations; they are also provided with amazing facilities to ensure a great experience for their customers. Here are the top hotels that can be found in Business Bay:

  • JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai (Rating:*****): Sheikh Zayed Road
  • Taj Dubai (Rating:*****): Downtown Burj Khalifa Street
  • The Oberoi Dubai (Rating:*****): Downtown Burj Khalifa Street
  • Grand Millennium Business Bay (Rating:*****): Al Abraj Street
  • Canal Central Hotel (Rating:*****): Al Abraj Street
  • Gulf Court Hotel Business Bay (Rating:****): Al Abraj Street

Despite the fact that there are no nurseries or schools in Business Bay, there are lots of great options in nearby places such as Downtown Dubai, Safa, and Al Quoz.

  • Blossoms Nursery

Year Group: Nursery

Curriculum: British

Location: Al Manzil District, Downtown Dubai

  • Jumeirah English Speaking School

Year Group: Primary school (till age 6)

Curriculum: British

Location: Al Safa

KHDA Rating: Outstanding.

As for supermarkets and grocery stores, Business Bay is a place in which you can buy your daily, weekly, and monthly batches easily. Here are the best supermarkets you can find in town:

  • Al Maya Supermarket

Location: Clover Bay Tower

Hours: 8 am-12 am

  • West Zone Fresh Supermarket

Location: MBK Tower

Hours: Open 24 hours

  • Al Maya Burj Downtown

Location: 8 Boulevard

Hours: Open 24 hours

  • Spinneys Bay Avenue

Location: Executive Towers

Hours: 6 am-11 pm

  • Better 1 Mart Supermarket

Location: Al Abraj Street

Hours: 7 am-2 pm

  • Caesar Supermarket and Grocery Store

Location: 202 Sheikh Zayed Rd

Hours: 6 am - 3 am.

Business Bay has lots of great medical facilities that combine between coziness, hospitality and outstanding services. Here are the top Health Clinics and Hospitals that you can find in the community:

  • Emirates Hospitals Clinics

Location: Bay Avenue

Hours: 9 am-9 pm

Some Specialties: General Surgery, ENT

  • Aster Clinic

Location: Executive Towers

Hours: 8:30 am-9:30 pm

Some Specialties: Cardiology, Dermatology, Gastroenterology

  • Pearl Dental Clinic

Location: Citadel Tower

Hours: 9 am-8 pm

Specialty: Dentistry

  • Arable Medical Center

Location: Sheikh Zayed Road

Hours: 9 am-9 pm

Some Specialties: Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation, Allergy, Immunology.

Looking for a cozy restaurant to dine in with your friends or a perfect dining place for family gatherings? Look no more, as we brought to you restaurants with different cuisines in Business Bay to choose the one that suits your needs.

  • Nurai (Zomato Rating 4.7, Lebanese, West Wharf Tower)
  • Pinza (Zomato Rating 4.5, Italian, Pizza, Sobha Ivory)
  • Ananta - The Oberoi (Zomato Rating 4.1, Indian, Lobby Level, The Oberoi)
  • Nine7One - The Oberoi (Zomato Rating 4.1, Italian, Lower Lobby Level, The Oberoi)
  • CHINGÓN (Zomato Rating 3.4, Mexican, Grand Millennium Hotel)
  • Kamat (Zomato Rating 4.1, Indian, Executive Towers G)

Business Bay kind of reminds one of life in New York City; it is full of life and a fast-paced lifestyle. It is also the home of huge skyscraper buildings, street art, concrete streets, business towers, and a few parks (Business Bay Skate Park and Bay Avenue Park).

It is true that Business Bay is qualified as a business-oriented destination, yet it is not a boring place at all; you are always going to find fun things to do on a daily basis.

Things to Do in Business Bay During the Day

  • Visit the Dubai Water Canal. For those who like to enjoy their time running, jogging, or even going for a bike ride, this is the perfect place for you guys. You might also not want to miss the mechanical waterfall where both the Canal and the Sheikh Zayed Road Bridge intersect together, leaving the one mesmerized by the magnificent view
  • Go to the Farmer's Market. It is held every Saturday and Friday at Bay Avenue Park for those who like to pick up some fresh products with high quality
  • Go to Fitness Centers. There are lots of places in Business Bay that offer many choices including fitness centers like Elevation Fitness and The Trip by Les Mills
  • Attend a Yoga Class. Yoga classes are always a perfect choice for relaxation; there are a couple of famous yoga centers in Business Bay like Urban Yoga and Yoga Hub at Marasi Business Bay
  • Visit Business Bay Skate Park. Shout out to all skateboarding enthusiasts in Dubai; this place is more than amazing. It’s a concrete park specially designed for skaters, including ramps and skate lanes

Things to Do in Business Bay Dubai at Night

  • Enjoy Night Life. There are lots of places where you can enjoy the beauty of night while you are staying in Business Bay. One of those places is Bay Club; it is the perfect place for a casual hangout with friends
  • Enjoy Outdoor Movies. If you are free at 8 pm, you can enjoy movie nights held in the Steigenberger Hotel every Tuesday
  • Enjoy Your Time at JW Marriott Marquis. There are lots of classy restaurants in

JW Marriott Marquis, the world’s tallest hotel, that will make you enjoy your time, whether with friends or family.

Whether inside or outside Business Bay, the prime location of this vital community provides many options to shopping lovers. Now, let’s know more details about the number one shopping destination in Business Bay:

  • Bay Avenue Mall: Bay Avenue is the number one destination when it comes to shopping in Business Bay as you can easily find lots of shops, restaurants, cafes, and retail options

Location: Mezzanine level Bay Avenue

Hours: 10 am-12 am

  • Dubai Mall.

With massive heights and huge sizes of properties usually come variations too; you can utterly find all that you are looking for in Business Bay, whether you want to buy or rent an apartment in Business Bay.

Types of properties in Business Bay community include:

  • Studios
  • Apartments (up till 4 bedrooms)
  • Penthouses
  • Duplexes

If you are looking for the best residential buildings and towers in Business Bay, you will definitely find what you are looking for. This community is already famous with killer view towers in general; down here, you can find the most famous towers within Business Bay:

  1. Churchill Residency Tower
  • Type of Residence: Residential tower with 59 floors and another tower at 43 floors
  • Apartments: 1- to 3-bedroom apartments, penthouses
  • Developer: Emirates National Investment
  • Highlights:
    • Mini-golf course
    • Squash courts
    • Health centre with sauna, steam, and Jacuzzi rooms
    • Fitness centre
    • Swimming pools
    • Kids area
    • Strong security system

  1. The Residences at Business Central
  • Type of Residence: 23-storey mixed-use development
  • Apartments: 1- to 3-bedroom apartments
  • Developer: Damac Properties
  • Highlights:
    • Landscaped gardens
    • Health clubs and gym
    • Swimming pool
    • Kids area
    • Shopping arcade
    • Restaurants and cafes
  1. West Wharf
  • Type of Residence: 18-storey residential tower
  • Apartments: Simplex or duplex apartments; townhouses, studios, apartments
  • Developer: Corporate Finance House
  • Highlights:
    • Elevators
    • Infinity pool
    • Car parking
    • Retail outlets
  1. Executive Tower J
  • Type of Residence: Residential tower
  • Apartments: 1- to 3-bedroom apartments; loft and garden apartments
  • Developer: Dubai Properties Group
  • Highlights:
    • Swimming pools
    • Gym
    • Parking areas
    • Gardens
    • Landscaped plazas
    • Kids area
    • Fountain yards
    • Courtyards
    • Restaurants
    • Walking arcades
  1. Falcon Tower
  • Type of Residence: 41-storey residential building that includes hundreds of luxurious apartments
  • Apartments: 1- to 3-bedroom apartments
  • Highlights:
    • Swimming pool
    • High-speed elevators
    • Strong security system
    • CCTV cameras
    • Ample parking
  1. Executive Tower H
  • Type of Residence: 45-storey high-rise building
  • Apartments: 1- to 4-bedroom apartments; studios, apartments, penthouses, villas
  • Developer: Dubai Properties and Mismak Properties
  • Highlights:
    • Swimming pool
    • Gym
    • Landscaped gardens
    • Jogging and cycling tracks
    • Parking areas

When it becomes cool outside, places like Bay Avenue tend to host several kinds of events like the Farmer's Market, in which people can purchase seasonal fresh products.

Location: Bay Avenue

Hours: 9 am-2 pm

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