Oud Metha district
Oud Metha
25.236, 55.312 A central district with the Wafi shopping complex, parks, clinics and sports facilities.
About the district
Oud Metha is a calm central district near Bur Dubai and Dubai Creek. Its recognisable feature is the Egyptian-style Wafi shopping and entertainment complex and the neighbouring Eastern bazaar Khan Murjan.
Clinics, sports clubs, schools and parks are concentrated here, which makes the district convenient for living. Oud Metha combines business and residential functions in a central location.
Oud Metha is a calm, mature district between old and new Dubai. It's recognised by the Egyptian-style Wafi mall and the underground Khan Murjan souk, with Creek Park and the dolphinarium nearby, where families come. There's little tourist polish, but it's central and free of crowds.
District photos
Фото: Unsplash
Who the district suits
Those who want a calm central district with parks, Wafi and Egyptian colour.
+ Pros
- ✓Wafi Mall and the Khan Murjan souk
- ✓Parks and sports clubs
- ✓Healthcare City and the Creek nearby
- ✓A metro station in the district
− Cons
- •Development of mixed ages
- •Not a beach district
- •For tourists — mainly Wafi and Khan Murjan
- •Quiet in the evenings
How much Oud Metha costs
Price benchmarks — from a cup of coffee to renting a home — to estimate your district budget.
Prices are approximate and depend on season and conditions — verify before your trip.
District on the map
Interactive satellite map — zoom and pan to explore the area.
District infrastructure
Transport access
Things to do in the district
Wafi Mall
Egyptian-style shopping centre
Khan Murjan
Underground Arab souk and restaurant
Creek Park
Large park by the creek next door
Dubai Dolphinarium
Dolphin and seal show in Creek Park
Sports and clubs
The district's fitness and activities
Where to stay
Raffles Dubai
5★Pyramid-shaped hotel by Wafi
Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai
5★Comfortable hotel with apartments
The district's 4★ hotels
4★Affordable central lodging
Where to eat
Khan Murjan Restaurant
Arab cuisine in the underground souk
Asha's
Indian cuisine by Asha Bhosle at Wafi
Wafi Mall restaurants
World cuisines
Notable places nearby
Architecture Dubai Frame
Dubai FrameA giant golden frame 150 metres high in Zabeel Park — a bridge between old and new Dubai.
Tip: From the upper gallery you can see the contrast: the old city on one side, skyscrapers on the other.
Infrastructure Метро Дубая
Dubai MetroСовременное метро без машинистов: красная и зелёная линии связывают аэропорт, Даунтаун, Бизнес-Бэй и Дубай Марину.
Tip: Купите карту Nol — без неё в метро не пускают; одна карта работает на метро, трамвае и автобусах.
Nature Парк Забиль
Zabeel ParkОдин из крупнейших городских парков Дубая в районе Забиль с озёрами, зонами для пикников и знаменитой смотровой рамкой Dubai Frame.
Tip: Совместите прогулку по парку с подъёмом на Dubai Frame — лучшие виды и фото получаются ближе к закату.
Culture Dubai Creek
Dubai CreekA historic sea artery dividing Deira and Bur Dubai. This is where the city began.
Tip: Crossing the creek by abra boat costs a symbolic 1 dirham.
Government institutions nearby
Consulates, migration centres, police and city authorities closest to Oud Metha.
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Frequently asked questions about Oud Metha district
What is Wafi?+
An Egyptian-style shopping and entertainment complex in the Oud Metha district, next to the Eastern bazaar Khan Murjan.
Is there a metro in Oud Metha?+
Yes, the district has the Oud Metha station on the green line.
Is Oud Metha convenient for living?+
Yes: there are clinics, schools, sports clubs, parks and shopping centres in a central location.