Short overview

Canal District Dubai sits along the Dubai Canal, an artificial waterway unveiled on 2 October 2013 and inaugurated on 9 November 2016. The canal-side promenade extends about 3.2 km from Business Bay into the Persian Gulf through Safa Park and Jumeirah, with a width ranging from 80 m to 120 m and a depth of 6 m.

The district features a shopping centre, four hotels, 450 restaurants, luxury housing, and dedicated walkways and cycle paths, creating a lively waterfront lifestyle.

Key highlights

• 3.2 km canal length from Business Bay to the Persian Gulf
• Canal width ranging from 80 m to 120 m
• Canal depth of 6 m
• Three pedestrian and bicycle bridges cross the canal, including the Dubai Water Canal Bridge (Bridge of Tolerance)
• Canal-side amenities: a shopping centre, four hotels, 450 restaurants, luxury housing, walkways and cycle paths
• Private marinas and a trade centre at the canal entrance
• Development designed by AE7 Architects and Planners; built by Six Construct (a BESIX Group subsidiary)

Location and connectivity

The Dubai Canal corridor runs from Business Bay through Safa Park toward the Persian Gulf, creating a continuous waterfront route that connects key districts and offers pedestrian and bicycle access along the promenade. Nearby areas such as Safa Park and Jumeirah provide additional leisure, hospitality and residential options, with convenient access to the canal’s amenities.

Business and investment angle

The Canal District Dubai represents a flagship waterfront development that blends retail, hospitality and luxury living. The mix of commercial spaces, residences and leisure facilities supports vibrant street life and ongoing activity along the canal.

Property interest nearby

Nearby residential and commercial districts include Business Bay, Safa Park and Jumeirah, offering a mix of offices, homes and retail hubs that complement the canal-side lifestyle and investment potential.

Who it suits

• Residents seeking a premium waterfront lifestyle with easy access to shopping, dining and leisure
• Hospitality and retail professionals looking to operate in a high-profile canal-side location
• Investors attracted to Dubai’s modern waterfront development and its growing prestige
• Tourists exploring Dubai’s contemporary architecture and leisure destinations

Questions

What is Canal District Dubai?

Canal District Dubai is the waterfront area along the Dubai Canal, featuring a promenade with a shopping centre, hotels, restaurants, luxury housing, and leisure facilities, plus private marinas and a trade centre at the canal entrance.

When were the Dubai Canal unveiled and inaugurated?

The canal was unveiled on 2 October 2013 and inaugurated on 9 November 2016.

Who designed and built the canal development?

It was designed by AE7 Architects and Planners and built by Six Construct, a BESIX Group subsidiary. The canal is crossed by three pedestrian and bicycle bridges, including the Dubai Water Canal Bridge, popularly known as the Twisted Bridge and later renamed Bridge of Tolerance.

What facilities are at the canal side?

The canal-side area includes a shopping centre, four hotels, 450 restaurants, luxury housing, walkways and cycle paths, private marinas, and a trade centre at the entrance of the canal.

Who can help with property inquiries near Canal District Dubai?

Local agents and developers can assist with exploring canal-side opportunities, including nearby residential and commercial districts. Green City Real Estate can offer neutral guidance to understand options in Dubai's waterfront neighbourhoods.