Mall of the Emirates (MOE) is one of the most popular malls in Dubai. This massive shopping and entertainment destination attracts thousands of visitors daily and is undoubtedly one of the most visited attractions in Dubai. Our complete guide is your ultimate MOE companion.
MALL OF THE EMIRATES – AN OVERVIEW
Occupying an area of more than 2 million sq. ft., Mall of the Emirates opened in the year 2005 as a complete shopping resort. There are more than 630 retail stores in the Mall of the Emirates that include fashion and lifestyle brands, department stores and everything in between.
Additionally, there are multiple hotels in the Mall of Emirate including Sheraton Mall of the Emirates, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates and Ibis Dubai Mall of the Emirates where you can enjoy a comfortable stay.
GETTING TO THE MALL
Getting to the mall is simple. The easiest way to reach Mall of the Emirates is to drive down Sheikh Zayed Road and take the exit on the 4th interchange. The other alternative is to take the Dubai Metro on the Red Line and get off at the Mall of the Emirates station. You can also always book an RTA taxi to get to the mall. Tourists can also opt for the hop-on, hop-off Big Bus Tour.
MALL OF THE EMIRATES SHOPS AND STORES
The Mall of the Emirates is a shopaholics’ paradise. Shops in Mall of Emirates range from luxury brands and lifestyle outlets to popular street fashion stores, home furnishing shops and everything in between.
Besides all the famous and high-end brands and shops, the mall usually has bargain offers and promotions for grabs. Visitors throng to the mall for good reason. Let’s look at all the popular Mall of the Emirates shops.
MAX MARA
Pairing elegance and functionality, Max Mara is the go-to brand for the modern, chic woman.
CHANEL
Complete with its modern, luxurious and elegant line of products, you can find the Chanel store in the Fashion Dome, MOE.
BURBERRY
This British brand is globally recognised for its funky colours and unusual designs that are a fashion statement on its own.
DIOR
Experience the world of French luxury fashion with Dior clothing, accessories, fragrances and other products.
M.A.C
Top cosmetics, top products and something for “All Ages, All Races, All Sexes,” you can find a M.A.C store in Mall of the Emirates.
ZARA HOME
Deck your house with all things Zara. Zara Home brings you an eclectic collection of homeware and accessories.
APPLE STORE
Find the latest Apple products right here bolstered with a retail experience like no other.
CARREFOUR AT MALL OF THE EMIRATES
This is the largest branch of Carrefour in Dubai and it is also the biggest hypermarket in the emirate.
Other Mall of the Emirates shops include:
- Mothercare
- Abercrombie & Fitch
- MANGO
- Zara
- Forever 21
- H&M
- Kate Spade
- Sephora
- Emax
- Crate & Barrel
- Centrepoint
You will also find top luxury brands at MOE like Bvlgari, Jimmy Choo, Prada, Valentino, Givenchy, Alexander McQueen, Christian Louboutin and more.
MALL OF THE EMIRATES RESTAURANTS
It’s impossible not to feel hungry after a long day of shopping, especially in a mall as large as this. Thankfully, there are a number of great restaurants in Mall of Emirates that you could try. Some of them, like the Farzi Café, Texas De Brazil and P.F. Chang’s are counted among the best restaurants in Dubai!
TEXAS DE BRAZIL
Foodies can now treat themselves to Brazilian treats post-shopping at this Brazilian restaurant in Dubai.
- Location: Level 2 Expansion
- Timings: Monday to Friday 11:30 am to 11:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday 11:00 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-379-2447
FARZI CAFÉ
If you’re in Dubai, you’ve probably heard of Farzi Cafe. This is an iconic Indian restaurant in Dubai approved by royals. Now you can enjoy decadent food at this royal-approved Dubai restaurant in MOE — how exciting would that be!
- Location: Level 2
- Timings: Monday to Friday 10:00 am – 11:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-50-407-5590
CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN
As the name suggests, California Pizza Kitchen is a pizza parlour and a go-to place for all things Italian in California style!
- Location: Level 1
- Timings: Monday to Friday 11:00 am to 11:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday 11:00 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-341-9090
THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY MALL OF THE EMIRATES
Dubai’s popular American restaurant, The Cheesecake Factory also has a branch in the Mall of the Emirates. Enjoy yummy sandwiches, glamburgers and their soft, creamy cheesecakes!
- Location: Ground Level
- Timings: Monday to Sunday 10:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-419-0499
DIN TAI FUNG
Craving Chinese food? Pop over to Din Tai Fung on the second floor at MOE and dig in a steaming bowl of soups!
- Location: Level 2 Expansion
- Timings: Monday to Friday 11:00 am – 11:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday 11:00 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-265-1288
% ARABICA
This is a cool, quirky cafe at the mall to enjoy Espresso-based coffee and signature blends. Similar to other places for Arabic coffee in Dubai, it offers that too.
- Location: Level 1
- Timings: Monday to Friday 07:00 am – 11:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday 07:00 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-329-2200
P.F. CHANG’S
One of the most popular Chinese restaurants in Dubai, P.F Chang’s offers authentic food in the mall’s ample setting.
- Location: Ground Level
- Timings: Monday to Friday, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-419-0509
If you’re looking for other excellent dining options at MOE, you might want to try:
- Cipriani Dolci on the ground floor
- Eat Greek on level 2
- Tim Horton’s on level 1
- Common Grounds on level 2
- Cinnabon on the ground floor
- Al Baik on the first floor
- Asian Wok on level 1
- Costa Coffee on level 1
ENTERTAINMENT AND LEISURE
Aside from an amazing shopping experience, there are fun things to do in the Mall of the Emirates for everyone. This massive mall is home to the ever-popular Ski Dubai, VOX Cinemas and Magic Planet. Let’s look at the available activities in the Mall of the Emirates.
SKI DUBAI
Ski Dubai needs no introduction. This indoor ski resort in the middle of the desert maintains a temperature of -4°C all year round. You will find a ski slope, a snow park, cute little penguins and a whole lot of fun winter activities all under one roof.
- Location: Level 2
- Timings: Monday to Thursday, 10:00 am to 11:00 am | Saturday and Sunday, 09:00 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-409-4000
VOX CINEMAS
Catch the latest blockbusters at VOX Cinemas in the Mall of the Emirates. Bringing you IMAX, 4DX, Theatre by Rhodes and Distraction-Free screening experiences – this is a movie buff’s haven. Plan a family day at the movies or drop by for a flick after shopping. You’ll always find a show you like.
- Location: Level 2
- Timings: Monday to Sunday 10:00 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-600-599-905
DREAMSCAPE
The VR park in Dubai, Dreamscape, brings you four virtual worlds to explore and conquer. Choose your preferred game from the Dreamworks Dragon Flight Academy, Curse of the Lost Pearl, Blu Deep Rescue and the Alien Zoo.
- Location: Level 2
- Timings: Monday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-220-0995
MAGIC PLANET MALL OF THE EMIRATES
The ultimate fun destination for kids, Magic Planet Dubai offers rides, arcade games and soft-play activities to keep the little ones busy. But the best part is, this place is for everyone. Whether you’re 10 or 20, you can find something to enjoy at the facility.
- Location: Level 2
- Timings: Monday to Friday, 10:00 am – 11:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-341-4000
YALLA! BOWLING
Spending time at Yalla! Bowling is one of the best family-friendly activities in the Mall of Emirates.
Yalla! Bowling at the Mall of Emirates has twelve bowling alleys, enough to get things heated and the party started. This is your chance to challenge and compete with your friends and family and prove your mettle in the game at one of the best bowling centres in Dubai!
- Location: Level 2
- Timings: Monday to Sunday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-341-4444
THE THEATRE
Enjoy the latest production filled with music, dance and art at The Theatre. This entertainment venue at The Mall of Emirates is one of the most creative spaces you’ll find in Dubai.
- Location: Level 2
- Timings: Monday to Sunday 10:00 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-299-2282
FAQs
WHERE IS THE MALL OF THE EMIRATES LOCATED?
MOE is located in Barsha 1. The convenient Mall of the Emirates location makes it easily accessible for the residents of Al Barsha, The Greens and Al Sufouh. Areas like Umm Suqeim and Al Quoz also lie in proximity.
WHAT TIME DOES THE MALL OF THE EMIRATES OPEN?
MOE opening hours are 10:00 am – 11:00 pm from Monday to Thursday. And from Friday to Sunday, the mall operates between 10:00 am to 12:00 am. Most of the shops in the mall follow the same opening and closing times.
WHAT IS THE MALL OF THE EMIRATES CONTACT NUMBER?
For further information on the mall, you can simply contact MOE on +971-800-663-6255.
HOW BIG IS THE MALL OF THE EMIRATES?
MOE is one of the biggest malls in Dubai. It is spread over 233,467 sq.m, featuring more than 630 brands.
WHAT IS THE COST OF MALL OF THE EMIRATES PARKING?
From Monday to Friday, the parking is free for the first four hours. After that, you’ll be charged:
- AED 20 for 5-6 hours
- AED 40 for 6-7 hours
- AED 60 for 7-8 hours
- AED 100 for 8 hours
- AED 150 for more than 8 hours
- AED 350 for overnight parking
This brings us to the end of this guide on MOE, Dubai. Malls in Dubai, particularly the likes of Dubai Mall are developed to provide more than just a memorable shopping experience.
The evolution of traditional malls into wholesome family entertainment spots has its advantages, but that doesn’t beat the old-fashioned charm of the souks in Dubai. Selling everything from gold jewellery to Arabic perfumes and fragrant spices – these traditional souks offer a shopping experience like no other.
