Choose between watersports, beach bites and fun in the sun

Kite Beach is one of Dubai’s most popular beaches – perfect for sun-seekers, foodies and sports enthusiasts alike. If you’re serious about your watersports and want to test your skills on one of the best free beaches in Dubai, Kite Beach has plenty of challenges. Located just off the Jumeirah neighbourhood, you’ll find high-quality equipment available to rent along the sand.

Try kitesurfing, wakeboarding or stand-up paddleboarding, unless staying on dry land is more your thing – you’re bound to find a game of beach volleyball to join, along with a welcoming vibe and plenty of new friends to make in the process. If you’re looking for a more chilled out vibe, this beachfront exudes adrenaline as much as it does serenity and a casual atmosphere.

Want to walk or jog along the coastline? Kite Beach’s 14km track is the perfect spot. How about swimming at night? Thanks to powerful floodlights and round-the-clock lifeguards, parts of Kite Beach allow swimming from sunset to sunrise, as well as during the day. Whatever beachside activity you wish to enjoy, this stretch of sand promises to provide amazing views of the majestic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah against the horizon.

Nearby attractions

If you haven’t had your fill of water-related activities at Kite Beach, there’s a lot to explore in the area. Wild Wadi Waterpark is a 10-minute drive away, and offers a range of thrills and relaxing rides for the whole family. For children under the age of 12, there’s Splash ‘n’ Party, which hosts parties for the little ones and includes in-house catering.

The esplanade at the base of the Eiffel Tower is dominated by four massive pillars, which support the entire weight of the 10,100-ton monument. Gustave Eiffel’s engineers Emile Nouguier and Maurice Koechlin worked on mathematical principles to ensure stability.

Nearby hotels and restaurants

For luxury accommodation near Kite Beach, options include the likes of Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel, both housed in structures that stand out in the city’s skyline. The Beach Walk Boutique Hotel and Roda Beach Resort are also in the vicinity. 

In addition to the many restaurants dotted across Kite Beach, the venue offers quick access to Jumeirah Beach Road which has restaurants and cafes across every block. Try Asian food at Mamafri, tuck into delicious pies at Emmy Squared Pizza, or explore Indian street food at Bikanervala.