A complete guide to parking in Dubai’s top malls

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Malls in Dubai can get crowded, witnessing a slew of visitors regularly. Yet with strong parking management systems, these malls offer shoppers security, safety and added convenience. If you’re looking for parking in Dubai malls, here is everything you need to know.  

Parking facilities in malls in Dubai

We bring you the list of top malls in Dubai where you can park your car in the city and parking fees in shopping malls.

DUBAI MALL

Known as one of the world’s largest destinations for shopping, Dubai Mall is popular among shoppers in the city. There are various parking slots in Dubai Mall.

• Parking:
  • Dubai Mall Grand Parking: 1,607 slots
  • Dubai Mall Fashion Parking: 2,607 slots
  • Dubai Mall Cinema Parking: 4,220 slots
  • Dubai Mall Zabeel Parking: 2,186 slots
  • Valet parking is also available
• Timings: Subject to the parking slot
• Cost: Subject to hours and area (see table below). Please note that the payment will be deducted from your Salik account.
• Contact: 800-DUBAIMALL (800-382246255)

Dubai Mall parking charges applicable from 1st July 2024

• Applicable Parking Zones: Grand Parking, Cinema Parking and Fashion Parking
• Exempted Parking Zones: Free parking at Zabeel Parking and Fountain Views Parking
• Free Hours: 4 hours [Monday to Thursday], 6 Hours [Friday to Sunday]

IBN BATTUTA MALL

Ibn Battuta Mall offers valet parking service at both ends. 

• Parking: Parking 6 (China Court), Parking 3 (Tunisia Court)
• Timings: Sunday – Wednesday, 01:00 pm-midnight, Thursday –Saturday: 12:00 pm-midnight
• Cost: Free (Regular parking), Nominal fee (Valet parking)
• Contact: +971-800-625-4335

DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY MALL

With numerous stores, restaurants and recreational facilities, Dubai Festival City Mall is one of the top choices for shoppers in the city. The mall offers valet parking for residents.

• Valet parking: VIP entrance, Marks & Spencer exits
• Timings: 09:00 am – 12:00 am
• Cost: Free (Regular parking), Nominal fee (Valet parking)

MERCATO MALL

Mercato Mall has several parking spaces for visitors.

• Parking: Basement and mall’s entrance
• Timings: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
• Cost: Free (Regular parking), Nominal fee (Valet parking)

MALL OF THE EMIRATES

There is no shortage of parking spaces at the Mall of the Emirates. In addition to regular parking, you can benefit from valet and VIP parking services.

• Parking:
  • Valet parking: First floor: Fashion Dome Entrance of the Main Galleria, Ground floor: The Car Park Entrance B
  • VIP parking: Ground floor entrance of THAT Concept Store, adjacent to Sheikh Zayed Road
  • VIP valet parking: Fashion Dome entrance on both ground and first floor
  • Parking for People of Determination: All mall entrances in the parking area
  • Ticketless parking: Only for registered users (vehicle registration via their app)
  • Reserved parking: Only for registered users (Reserve a space via their app)
• Timings:
  • Monday-Thursday: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm
  • Friday-Sunday: 10:00 am – 12:00 am
• Cost: 
  • Free (Regular parking)
  • AED 55 (Regular valet service), AED 110 (VIP valet service)
• Contact: +971-800-663-6255

CITY CENTRE MIRDIF

One of the most popular malls in Dubai, City Centre Mirdif, has a parking capacity for as many as 8,210 cars across three dedicated bridges and 12 entry and exit points.

• Parking: 
  • Valet parking: Northeast (VIP) Entrance on ground floor: 92 spaces, Northeast on first floor: 11 spaces, Entrance C on first floor: 48 spaces
  • General parking: Ground floor and first floor
  • SUV Parking: Entrance A (A06), Between Entrance B and C (C01) and Entrance D (D10) on the ground floor
• Timings: 
  • Monday–Thursday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
  • Friday–Sunday: 10:00 am – 12:00 am
• Cost: Free (Regular parking), Nominal fee (Valet parking)
• Contact: +971-800-226-255

DUBAI MARINA MALL

Located in the vibrant area of Dubai Marina, Dubai Marina Mall offers parking conveniences for shopaholics in the city.

• Parking Slots: 
  • P1: 475
  • P2: 314
  • P3: 132
  • P4: 98
  • P5: 70
  • P6: 178
  • P7: 243
  • P8: 240
  • P9: 291
  • P10: 228
• Timings: Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm, Friday and Saturday: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm
• Cost: Free (Weekends/ public holidays/ first three hours every day), From AED 20 per hour (Above three hours)
• Contact: +971-56-546-8277

Please note: 

• Overnight parking is not allowed. 
• Visitors can call the mall for further information about parking and related charges.

CITY CENTRE DEIRA

The original flagship store by Majid Al Futtaim Properties and a part of the chain of City Centre malls, City Centre Deira also has a designated parking area for visitors.

• Timings: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 am – 02:00 am
• Cost: Free (Sundays/ public holidays/ first three hours every day), From AED 20 per hour (Above three hours)
• Contact: +971-800-226-255 | +971-4-209-3142

Please note:

• You don’t need to use your parking ticket if you have spent less than three hours at the mall on weekdays.
• If you have exceeded the time limit, pay the parking fee via machines located on the ground floor at P1, P2 and P3 and on the first floor on P4.
• Please exit the car parking area within 15 minutes after the payment.
• For further details about the payment method, you can contact the mall.

BURJUMAN MALL

Located in Bur Dubai, Burjuman Mall is one of the oldest shopping malls in Dubai. The mall facilitates guests in every way possible – be it in the form of offering them wholesome experiences or parking privileges.

• Timings: Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm, Friday and Saturday: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm
• Cost: Free (First three hours), From AED 20 per hour (Above two hours)
• Contact: +971-4-352-0222

WAFI CITY

Wafi City (also known as Wafi Mall) has over 2,500 covered parking bays, with dedicated spots for People of Determination and direct access to entrances.

• Parking: All main entrances (Valet parking), Main atrium entrance (VIP parking)
• Timings: Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm, Friday and Saturday: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
• Contact: +971-4-324-4555

DUBAI HILLS MALL

Dubai Hills Mall has around 7,412 parking spaces accessible from different points.

• Parking:
  • P1: 2,955
  • P2: 702
  • P3: 722
  • P4: 726
  • P5: 712
  • P6: 753
  • P7: 832
• Timings: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm, Friday-Saturday: 10:00 am – 12:00 am
• Cost: Free (General parking)
• Contact: +971-4-448-5033

FAQs ABOUT PARKING IN DUBAI MALLS

HOW TO PAY A PARKING FEE AT THE MALLS IN DUBAI?

• Insert your ticket into the machine
• Select the amount and pay
• Collect your change, if there is any
• Request for a receipt

Remember that the payment for Dubai Mall parking charges will be deducted directly from your Salik account. So, ensure that your Salik account is charged and has the required amount. Visitors opting for Valet services will not be charged additional Dubai Mall parking fees.

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IS PARKING IN MALLS IN DUBAI PAID OR FREE?

In Dubai, mall parking options vary. Some malls provide complimentary parking for the entire visit, while others offer a few hours of free parking followed by an hourly fee. Valet parking typically incurs a separate charge.

HOW TO REPLACE A LOST PARKING TICKET?

• Select the “Lost Ticket” option on the machine
• Pay the “lost ticket fee”
• Wait for the machine to issue you a new ticket

WHAT IS THE PROCESS OF PAYING FOR MAWAQIF PARKING IN ABU DHABI?

If you plan to travel to the capital in your on car, you should learn about Mawaqif Abu Dhabi, the method for parking fee payment.

That’s all we have for you about parking charges in malls of Dubai. Besides these malls, you can park your car in Dubai’s different residential and commercial zones. The Road and Transport Authority (RTA) has set up various parking areas for the convenience of the residents. However, you must pay RTA parking charges in Dubai.

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