A retail wonderland! Upcoming malls in the UAE
“Shop till you drop” is an expression UAE embraces wholeheartedly. Known globally for its colossal malls and diverse shopping centres, the UAE offers a retail haven like no other. With several exciting projects on the horizon, the country’s reputation as a shopper’s paradise is set to soar even higher. Read on to discover upcoming malls in the UAE that will have the crowds flocking.
UPCOMING MALLS IN THE UAE
From eco-friendly architecture to extravagant leisure facilities, the upcoming malls promise to redefine retail in the region. Here’s a list of new malls in UAE to watch out for.
EXPO CITY MALL
Expo City Dubai is expanding with a new retail hotspot — Expo City Mall, which is set to launch next year. The mall will boast over 190 stores and restaurants, promising diverse retail and dining experiences.
The mall will be conveniently accessible via Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Road, Expo Road and Jebel Ali Road. It will also be linked to the Expo 2020 Metro Station. Apart from retail offerings, Expo City Mall will reflect the area’s futuristic vision, creating an ideal shopping and leisure destination for residents and tourists.
- Location: Expo City Dubai
AL KHAWANEEJ MALL
Next on our list of the top upcoming shopping malls in the UAE is Al Khawaneej Mall. It is built with eco-friendly materials and techniques to meet international green building standards. Covering 165,000 sq. ft., it will feature 29 shops, a large shopping centre, a medical clinic, restaurants and a fitness centre.
This project, costing AED 40 million, is already 17% complete, emphasising sustainability. The project integrates advanced technologies to save, generate and recycle energy, reducing its environmental footprint.
- Location: Al Khawaneej
MEYDAN ONE MALL
Meydan One Mall is another upcoming luxury shopping destination in the Meydan One district, sprawling over 1.5 sq.m. The mall will be home to a wide selection of luxury outlets, eateries, and tons of entertainment and leisure options.
A massive 46,000 sq. m. of Meydan One Mall is dedicated to entertainment. Options include an electric go-karting track, an e-gaming zone and designated areas for extreme sports.
Another highly anticipated attraction will be the 1-kilometre indoor ski slope and a gigantic Crystal Lagoon with a 500-metre beach. Meydan One Mall will also feature a 380-metre-long dancing fountain and an expansive plaza for events and festivals.
- Location: Meydan One
SOBHA MALL
A leading luxury real estate developer in Dubai, Sobha Realty, is developing a one-of-a-kind mall in its flagship community, Sobha Hartland. The estimated cost of Sobha Mall is a whopping AED 210M. It will blend the vibrancy of retail space with the serenity of an urban park.
Covering 339,000 sq. ft., Sobha Mall will feature multiple retail outlets, a supermarket, a gym, entertainment zones, and ten distinctive restaurants.
One of the standout features of this development is its unique architectural design. The mall will incorporate a striking, bowl-shaped atrium that extends from the basement to the rooftop, creating a visually stunning centrepiece. Complementing this architectural marvel will be lush green walls, soothing water features and suspended floating pods.
- Location: Sobha Hartland
FAQS
ARE MALLS OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK IN THE UAE?
Every mall in the UAE has different timings, but most are open seven days a week.
WHAT ARE THE BEST MALLS IN DUBAI?
From the Mall of the Emirates to City Centre Deira, residents are spoilt for choice regarding the best malls in Dubai.
WHERE CAN I BUY MIDDLE EASTERN SOUVENIRS IN DUBAI?
Souks in Dubai are the perfect places to buy a traditional Middle Eastern souvenir for your loved ones or yourself.
And this brings us to the end of our roundup of new malls in the UAE. Which of these spectacular new upcoming malls do you feel excited about? If you’re in the capital, you might want to check out these malls in Abu Dhabi.
