All about Gadaf Community Park
While the emirate of Dubai is well-known for its skyscrapers and other architectural marvels, the city also has plenty of green spaces for everyone to enjoy. One of these verdant spaces is the Gadaf Community Park — a family-friendly park in the middle of one of Dubai’s most popular residential areas, close to the rental apartments in JVC. What is there to see and do at the park? Let’s find out.
Where is the Gadaf Community Park Located?
The Gadaf Community Park is located in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), right across from the Diamond 2 apartment building. It’s also close to the popular buildings in JVC like Astoria Residence and Al Sima Tower. Additionally, the park is a favourite spot for residents and families, especially during the weekends.
What are the park timings?
The Gadaf Community Park is open from 07:00 am to 10:00 pm every day. You will generally find that this park in JVC is busier during the evening when the weather is cooler.
Things to do at Gadaf Community Park
From a jogging track to a play area for kids and more, there is something for everyone at the Gadaf Park. Here is a brief overview of everything you can do here:
Keep fit on the running track
Health-conscious visitors will be happy to know about the synthetic running track at Gadaf Park. The track is also well-lit at night — a benefit if your busy schedule prevents you from visiting the park during the day. Take a brisk walk or an evening stroll with the family. Just make sure you are wearing the appropriate footwear on the track, as you are not allowed to walk or run on it with casual shoes on.
Play area for kids
The Gadaf Park has a lovely sandy playground with swings, slides and other fun play equipment for kids. There is a canopy over this space to protect young visitors from the sun.
Indulge in some fun-filled activities
The park is pretty expansive, so there is plenty of space to run around. Adults can get in on the fun too by playing games like hide and seek or tag with their kids.
Enjoy some quiet downtime
You can enjoy a good book, listen to the cooing sounds of birds or just appreciate the idyllic vistas of nature at the park.
What are the rules at the Gadaf Community Park?
The Gadaf Community Park is a well-maintained space, so it gets a lot of visitors. And as with every public space in the city, certain rules apply here too. To keep the park safe and fun for everyone, all visitors are expected to adhere to these regulations:
- Pets are not allowed
- Alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited
- Children under the age of 12 are to be supervised by adults
- Visitors are expected to use the bins to dispose of waste and keep the area clean
- Non-athletic shoes are not allowed for running or walking on the jogging track
- Skateboarding, roller-skating and cycling is not allowed on the jogging track
- Visitors must refrain from public displays of affection
- Open fires and barbecues are prohibited in the public area
- Public events and activities must be conducted with prior approval from the Community Management
Are there parking spaces in the park?
There are several parking spaces outside Gadaf Park and it will not be difficult to find a space even when it is crowded.
Things to do near Gadaf Community Park
While you are at the Gadaf Park, you can also explore other popular places nearby:
Visit the Mall of the Emirates
Located 15 minutes away from Gadaf Park, the Mall of the Emirates is one of the most iconic shopping and leisure destinations in the city. The mall is home to several high-end retail brands, restaurants, and other attractions. So, if you want to accompany your park visit with some retail therapy, this is the best place for it.
Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden
The Dubai Miracle Garden is located 9 minutes away from Gadaf Park and is the city’s best flower garden. It’s home to over 120 varieties of flowers and attracts millions of visitors every year. Apart from flower sculptures, the garden has also introduced several trampolines for kids.
Get a gym membership
The Roots Camp Gym facility is located in the Gadaf Community Park. One of many fitness centres in JVC, the gym specialises in boot camps and outdoor workout sessions in the park. Other offerings include HIIT sessions and circuit training with a mix of cardio and strength exercises.
Getting there
Reaching the park is easy. For example, if you plan to visit the park from Dubai:
- Take the E44 Road
- Follow E44 to Hessa Street/ D61 and take Hessa Street E exit
- Continue on Hessa Street to your destination
It will take you around 20 minutes to reach Gadaf Park via this route from the main city. And if you live in the community, close to the apartments in Diamond Views, you can easily walk to the place in minutes.
However, if you are driving to Gadaf Park from Abu Dhabi, it will take you around an hour and 16 minutes to get there. Get on the Al Shamama St/ Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan St/E10. You will come across the UAE National Media Council, Abu Dhabi Media Company and the Al Mamoura Academy in the initial leg of your journey. Then:
- Continue and take the E11 to Kahraba in Dubai
- Now take Exit 12 from Al Khail Road/ E44
- Drive on until you reach your destination
That’s all there is to know about the Gadaf Community Park. Apart from this, there are several other parks in Dubai you can check out with your family and have a good time. For instance, those living in the Al Satwa area can visit Al Satwa Park.
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