Meydan district
Meydan
25.1565, 55.301 A residential area around the famous Meydan Racecourse, home to the Dubai World Cup.
About the district
Meydan is a modern residential area in the central part of Dubai that grew up around the Meydan Racecourse and the hotel of the same name. This is where the Dubai World Cup takes place — one of the world's premier horse races — and the complex itself, with its striking curved grandstand, has become the area's architectural landmark.
Today Meydan is being actively built up with villas and townhouses within new communities, while the large-scale Meydan One and Mohammed Bin Rashid City projects are developing nearby. The area attracts families and investors with its combination of space, greenery and proximity to Downtown.
The area's main event is the Dubai World Cup, one of the most expensive horse races in the world, held at the Meydan racecourse in spring. The rest of the year, Meydan is valued for its spaciousness, new communities and proximity to Downtown, while housing prices are noticeably lower than in the centre itself.
District photos
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Who the district suits
Families and lovers of open space close to the centre — new villas, greenery and proximity to Downtown without its prices.
+ Pros
- ✓Famous racecourse and the atmosphere of the races
- ✓Close to Downtown and the canal
- ✓New development with villas and greenery
- ✓Prices lower than in the centre itself
− Cons
- •Inconvenient without a private car
- •The area is still being built up
- •Little pedestrian tourist life
- •No direct metro station nearby
District on the map
Interactive satellite map — zoom and pan to explore the area.
District infrastructure
Transport access
Notable places nearby
Nature Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
Ras Al Khor Wildlife SanctuaryA wetland sanctuary within the city, where thousands of pink flamingos spend the winter.
Tip: Entry is free, and there are three observation hides with binoculars.
Entertainment The Dubai Fountain
The Dubai FountainMusical fountains on the Burj Khalifa lake. Jets rise up to 150 metres high to music and light.
Tip: Shows run every 30 minutes in the evenings. Arrive 15 minutes early for a spot at the railing.
Entertainment Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater ZooA giant aquarium with an underwater zoo inside The Dubai Mall — sharks, rays and a glass tunnel.
Tip: Part of the aquarium is visible from the mall for free; you need a ticket for the tunnel and the zoo.
Architecture Sky Views Observatory
Sky Views ObservatoryAn observation deck in Downtown with a glass bridge and a glass slide on the outside of the building.
Tip: You are given special footwear to walk across the glass bridge — it is part of the experience.
Government institutions nearby
Consulates, migration centres, police and city authorities closest to Meydan.
Frequently asked questions about Meydan district
What is Meydan known for?+
Primarily the Meydan Racecourse, home to the Dubai World Cup — one of the most prestigious horse races in the world — as well as The Meydan Hotel and new residential communities.
What is the Dubai World Cup?+
It is Dubai's largest horse race, with one of the biggest prize purses in the world, held every spring at the Meydan racecourse.
Is Meydan suitable for living?+
Yes, the area is being built up with villas and townhouses, Meydan One and Mohammed Bin Rashid City are developing nearby, and Downtown is just 10-15 minutes away by car.