A shopaholic’s heaven – The Souk at Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi
Located along the water canal at Shangri-La Abu Dhabi, The Souk at Qaryat Al Beri is one of the best places for shopping and leisure in the UAE’s capital. Visitors can enjoy a sumptuous meal, shop their favourite global brands and engage in fun-filled activities at The Souk, Qaryat Al Beri.
ALL ABOUT THE SOUK AT QARYAT AL BERI
The fascinating thing about the Qaryat Al Beri’s Souk is its blended Venetian-Arabic themed architecture. It would be safe to say that the venue is one of the most stylish souks in Abu Dhabi. Covering over 60,000 sqm, it’s a popular destination for residents as well as tourists.
The abra boat rides at the souk are a big-time crowd pleaser. You can enjoy a fun and unique trip on a traditional Emirati boat before heading for a smile-inducing shopping spree. Sounds great right?
SHOPPING AT THE SOUK AT QARYAT AL BERI
The souk has multiple global brands on offer and attracts a large number of consumers. You will find shops selling perfumes, cosmetics, clothing, home décor, shoes, artwork, flowers and more. The list of brands includes:
- Accessories: Eternal by Ajmal
- Electronics: Vision Plus Mobile
- Arts & Culture: Al Saadah Art Gallery, Bateel, Exquisite Antiques, Gallery One, Godiva, Heritage Touch Trading, Hind Al Oud, Khaltat Blends of Love, Rawaaj Oud
- Beauty: Amouage, Arganor Beaute, Eyelash Extension Center, Nails – The Modern Manicure Studio
- Fashion: Al Makhaweer, B180 Caps, Cavallo, La Moda, Louzan, Nicoli, Yateem Optician
- Healthcare: Al Manara Pharmacy
- Jewellery: Amwaj Jewellery, Direct Diamond, La Marquise, The Diamond Gallery, Wazni Jewellery
- Supermarket: Souq Planet
EATERIES AT THE SOUK AT QARYAT AL BERI
There are several waterfront restaurants and cafes at the souk where you can have a regal feast or simply a cup of coffee while enjoying the beautiful canal view. The iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is also visible from the souk, which is definitely a plus.
Here is the list of restaurants and cafes you can try out on your next visit:
- Abd El Wahab
- Azzurro
- Baskin-Robbins
- Camel Cookies
- Entrecote Cafe de Paris
- Finyaal Café
- Il Caffe Di Roma
- Itran
- Milas
- Starbucks
- The Meat Co.
- Ushna
FAQS
WHAT IS THE SOUK AT QARYAT AL BERI LOCATION?
The souk’s location is Al Maqtaa area (Bain Al Jessrain), Abu Dhabi. It’s part of the Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri complex.
HOW CAN I GET IN TOUCH WITH THE SOUK’S MANAGEMENT?
Should you have any queries or concerns, call +971-2-558-1670.
WHAT ARE THE SOUK AT QARYAT AL BERI TIMINGS?
The Souk at Qaryat Al Beri timings are as follows:
SHOPS:
- Saturday to Thursday: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Friday: 12:00 am to 12:00 pm
RESTAURANTS:
- Weekdays: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Weekends: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
WHICH OTHER SOUKS IN ABU DHABI CAN I VISIT?
Besides Qaryat Al Beri Souk, there are plenty of other souks in Abu Dhabi that you can check out. The traditional souks in Abu Dhabi take you back in time and are an amazing place to learn more about the culture and traditional business practices in the region. The Gold Souk in Abu Dhabi is also popular among tourists and visitors looking get their hands on glittering keepsakes.
That wraps up our review of The Souk at Qaryat Al Beri. While tucked away from the main city, it is certainly among the most popular places to visit in Abu Dhabi. You can easily spend the whole day at the souk with your family without ever being bored. There is so much to do for everyone.
Once you’re done visiting the traditional souks in the capital city, it’s definitely worth visiting the top malls in Abu Dhabi. As a consumer, you are spoilt for choice in the UAE’s capital.
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