Al Ras, Dubai

Name: Al Ras
Address: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

#148 among attractions in Dubai

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Al Ras is a locality in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. It is the westernmost locality in the area of Deira and borders the Dubai Creek to the west and south, and Al Dhagaya and Al Buteen to the east. Al Ras, literally meaning The Cape, is one of the oldest communities in Deira. It is bounded on the north, south and west by route D 85 and to the east by Old Baladiya Street. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 25°16'7"N, 55°17'44"E

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ديرة (الراس)Dubai United Arab Emirates

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Al Ras – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dubai Museum, Dubai Spice Souk, Queen Elizabeth 2, Saeed Al Maktoum House.

~1960 ftS
Museum, History museum
Dubai Museum, Dubai
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of historical Dubai, the Dubai Museum stands as a testament to the city's rich heritage and vibrant past. Housed in the Al Fahidi Fort, which dates back to 1787, the museum is the oldest existing building in Dubai.
~640 ftSE
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Dubai Spice Souk, Dubai
4 min walk • Nestled within the bustling heart of Dubai, the Dubai Spice Souk offers a sensory journey through a vibrant marketplace, cherished by both locals and tourists alike. A traditional market located in the eastern part of the city, near the Al Ras Metro Station and nestled...
1 miSW
Ship
Queen Elizabeth 2, Dubai
26 min walk • The Queen Elizabeth 2, often referred to as QE2, is a monumental maritime relic permanently docked at the Port Rashid in the cosmopolitan city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This retired ocean liner, which now serves as a floating luxury hotel, museum,...
~1780 ftW
House museum with historic artifacts
Saeed Al Maktoum House, Dubai
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Old Dubai, the Saeed Al Maktoum House stands as a testament to the city's rich history and cultural heritage. This historic building, now a museum, was once the residence of the former ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum, who governed from...
~1520 ftNE
Shopping, Market
Dubai Gold Souk, Dubai
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dubai, the Dubai Gold Souk is a traditional market that has become a hallmark of the city's luxury and opulence. This bustling marketplace, located in the commercial district of Deira, is renowned for its extensive collection of gold jewelry...
~1630 ftW
Museum, History museum
Sheikh Obaid bin Thani House, Dubai
8 min walk • The Sheikh Obaid bin Thani House in Dubai stands as an emblem of the city's rich cultural heritage and architectural tradition. Nestled within the historic Al Shindagha neighborhood, this historic structure has been meticulously restored and transformed into a museum...
~1520 ftW
Museum, History museum
Heritage Village, Dubai
8 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Dubai, Heritage Village stands as a beacon of Emirati culture and history amidst the modern skyline. This living museum provides a window into the traditional way of life in the United Arab Emirates before the discovery of oil...
0.5 miS
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Al Souk Al Kabir, Dubai
12 min walk • Al Souk Al Kabir, also known as Meena Bazaar, is a traditional market and cultural hub situated in the heart of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This bustling marketplace is a blend of old and new, reflecting the city's dynamic evolution from a sleepy fishing village to a...
~1470 ftS
Temple
Hindu Temple, Dubai
8 min walk • The Dubai Hindu Temple is a place of worship for Hindus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The small temple caters to the large Hindu community in the United Arab Emirates and is currently the only Hindu temple in the UAE.
~1640 ftS
Mosque, Boat or ferry
Iranian Mosque, Dubai
8 min walk • The Iranian Mosque Hosainia is a Shia mosque Hosainia located near the old Textile Souk in the Bur Dubai district of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The mosque is also known as "Ali Ibn Abi Talib Mosque" who is the central figure or Shiism. It was originally built in 1979.
~1610 ftS
Mosque
Grand Mosque in Dubai, Dubai
8 min walk • The Grand Mosque is a mosque in Dubai, Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is located between the textile souk and the Dubai Museum close to a small stream in the Bur Dubai area.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Al Ras?

Nearby attractions include Al Ahmadiya School, Dubai (1 min walk), Dubai Spice Souk, Dubai (4 min walk), Al Ras Public Library, Dubai (6 min walk), Al Buteen, Dubai (7 min walk).

How to get to Al Ras by public transport?

The nearest stations to Al Ras:

Metro

Al Ras • Lines: Green (3 min walk)
Al Ghubaiba • Lines: Green (13 min walk)

Bus

IA Ras station (4 min walk)
Big bus 6 (9 min walk)