Ar Ra’s
District of Dubai
in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
25.066 and 55.171 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 25° 3' 56" and E 55° 10' 16"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dirham - AED
Spoken languages:
Arabic, Persian, English, Hindi, Urdu
Local electricity:
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
Local Time: 04:21 PM (Friday)
Timezone: Asia/Dubai
UTC/GMT offset: 4 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
3:12 am and 3:34 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-23.178 and -134.915 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Akamaru
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Delve into Ar Ra’s

The district Ar Ra’s of Dubai in Dubai is a subburb in United Arab Emirates about 80 mi north-east of Abu Dhabi, the country's capital town.

If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

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Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 24°C / 75 °F

Morning Temperature 23°C / 73 °F
Evening Temperature 23°C / 74 °F
Night Temperature 22°C / 72 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 59%
Air Pressure 1012 hPa
Wind Speed Fresh Breeze with 16 km/h (10 mph) from East
Cloud Conditions Clear sky, covering 0% of sky
General Conditions Sky is clear

Saturday, 30th of March 2024

27°C (80 °F)
25°C (76 °F)
Few clouds, moderate breeze.

Sunday, 31st of March 2024

27°C (81 °F)
25°C (77 °F)
Overcast clouds, moderate breeze.

Monday, 1st of April 2024

26°C (79 °F)
25°C (77 °F)
Overcast clouds, gentle breeze.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Desert Palm Dubai

Address
15,5 mi
Al Awir Road
119171 Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


One&Only The Palm

Address
16,6 mi
Palm Island
37252 Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Time Information

Checkout: 11:30 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa

Address
15,8 mi
Al Faheidi St.
46500 Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Hyatt Place Dubai Baniyas Square

Address
16,3 mi
Baniyas Square, 14th Road
33178 Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Holiday Inn BUR DUBAI - EMBASSY DISTRICT

Address
15,7 mi
Al Hamriya, Khaleed Bin Waleed,20th Street Bur Dubai
00000 DUBAI
United Arab Emirates

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hilton Dubai Creek

Address
16,2 mi
Baniyas Street PO Box 33398
00001 Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Ramee Royal

Address
15,4 mi
P.O.Box 26816 , near Al Maktum Bridge in Al Karama
Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Time Information

Checkout: 14:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Broadway Hotel

Address
15,5 mi
Rigga, Al-Buteen Street
62556 Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Regal Plaza

Address
15,5 mi
P.O. Box 26842 Bank Street opp.Jumbo Electronic Bldg.
26842 Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


York International

Address
15,3 mi
P.O.Box 82555, Khaled Bin Waleed Road
82555 Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Time Information

Checkout: 13:00 - Checkin: 09:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Videos from this area

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Park Hyatt Dubai | Aerial View

Published: March 19, 2013
Length: 14:52 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Hyatt

To learn more about Park Hyatt Dubai or to make a reservation, please visit http://bit.ly/UNGB0h Park Hyatt Dubai is a luxury waterfront retreat adjacent to the world-famous Dubai Creek Golf...


Experience the Modern and Luxurious Hyatt Regency Dubai

Published: April 24, 2013
Length: 54:16 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Hyatt

To learn more about Hyatt Regency Dubai or to make a reservation, please visit http://bit.ly/17egk2R Hyatt Regency Dubai is a luxury hotel located along the Deira Corniche, Dubai's renowned...


MTB Street view #118S - UAE, Dubai area - Herritage Village, Dubai Museum (04/2014)

Published: January 21, 2015
Length: 31:33 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: MTB Street view

In this movie, I am finishing the ride along the Creek and through the historic areas of Deira and Bur Dubai. And what better way than to visit the Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum's House, the Heritage...


Dubai Al Fahaidi Fort ca. 1800

Published: December 19, 2012
Length: 05:18 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Paul Budde

Al Fahidi Fort (now home to Dubai Museum) and features old courtyard housing which are identifiable with their wind towers. The museum displays many stone tools and models of settlements and...


Mawaheb from beautiful people - Sophia

Published: February 18, 2012
Length: 53:18 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: 1take media

Video of the 'I am beautiful' project of Mawaheb from beautiful people for special needs artists in Dubai. http://www.mawaheb-dubai.com Sophia is an artist with great potential. The friendships...


Dubai boat journey at night hot 2013

Published: February 25, 2013
Length: 17:45 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Thattikuttu Urs

A boat journey through old dubai and old meena market at Burduabi at night .It is dream land for Asians. It is our simple attempt to show case dubai at its reality. abra is a traditional...


Water taxi trip on Dubai Creek

Published: July 22, 2011
Length: 54:11 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Mogens Hallas

Dubai Creek or Khor Dubai is a natural sea-water inlet which cuts through the centre of the city, is the historic focal point of life in Deira and Bur Dubai. The easiest way of crossing...


Contaminacion Global.

Published: May 22, 2011
Length: 13:45 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Erick Alexander Ramos.

No podemos esperar que los políticos y burócratas decidan qué hacer con respecto al calentamiento global. Nosotros mismos podemos tomar la iniciativa, aplicando algunas recomendaciones...


Wonderbus Dubai Bus-Riding in the Dubai Creek - 75 Min in 3.40

Published: November 20, 2013
Length: 29:54 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Thomas Schmitz

EXPERIENCE THE UNIQUE WONDER BUS RIDE SEE DUBAI BY LAND AND BY THE CREEK. WONDER BUS is a fun filled exciting tours that will take you around the beautiful city sights and dreamy ...


Dubai

Published: May 30, 2013
Length: 21:41 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: blue555sky

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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Dubai

Dubai is a city in the United Arab Emirates, located within the emirate of the same name. The emirate of Dubai is located southeast of the Persian Gulf on the Arabian Peninsula and is one of the seven emirates that make up the country. It has the largest population in the UAE (2,106,177) and the second-largest land territory by area (4,114 km2) after Abu Dhabi.

Located at 25.2697, 55.3095 (Lat. / Lng.), about 17 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Dubai, Persian Gulf, Populated coastal places in the United Arab Emirates, Metropolitan areas of the United Arab Emirates, Emirates of the United Arab Emirates

Port Rashid

Port Rashid, also referred to as Mina Rashid, is a man made, commercial port in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Named after Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the port opened in 1972. At the time the port only had two gantry cranes and a capacity of less than 100,000 TEUs. In 1978, the port was expanded to include 35 berths (five of which were able to be used by the largest container ships at the time).

Located at 25.2748, 55.2904 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Transport in Dubai, Ports and harbours of the United Arab Emirates, Communities in Dubai

BurJuman

BurJuman is a shopping mall in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). BurJuman, like Al Ghurair City, is owned by the Al Ghurair Group. It was the second major shopping mall to be opened in Dubai, after Al Ghurair City. A large expansion, known as 'The New BurJuman' was built in the early 2000's and was opened in 2004.

Located at 25.2531, 55.3019 (Lat. / Lng.), about 15 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Shopping malls in Dubai

Bur Dubai

Bur Dubai is a historic district in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, located on the western side of the Dubai Creek. The name literally translates to Mainland Dubai, a reference to the traditional separation of the Bur Dubai area from Deira by the Dubai Creek. This is because Bur Dubai historically consisted of all districts between the western bank of the Creek and Jumeirah. The Ruler's Court is located in the district adjacent to the Grand Mosque.

Located at 25.2608, 55.3108 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Central business districts, Communities in Dubai

Naif

This article is about the United Arab Emirates community. For other uses, see Naif (disambiguation). For a definition of the word "naïf", see the Wiktionary entry naïf.

Located at 25.2712, 55.3054 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Al Shindagha

Al Shindagha, sometimes spelled Al Shindagah or Al Shindaga, is a neighbourhood in the traditional centre of the city of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. From 1912 to 1958, the then ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum, lived in the area — his residence in Al Shindagha is now open to the public as a museum. It is bordered by the locality of Bur Dubai in the south, and by Port Rashid on the west. The Dubai Creek runs along the district's western periphery.

Located at 25.268, 55.29 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Al Shindagha Tunnel

Al Shindagha Tunnel is a tunnel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It goes under Dubai Creek to connect the neighborhoods of Al Ras, Deira and Al Shindagha. It is the only underwater crossing at Dubai Creek. The tunnel has a total of four lanes (two in each direction), a height clearance of 5 meters and speed is limited at 60 km/h. It opened in 1975.

Located at 25.2728, 55.295 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Tunnels in the United Arab Emirates, Transport in Dubai, Buildings and structures in Dubai, Tunnels completed in 1975

Etisalat Tower 1

The Etisalat Tower 1 (known as Etisalat Tower until Etisalat Tower 2 began construction) is a 17-floor tower in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The tower has a total structural height of 100 m (328 ft). Upon completion in 1992, Etisalat Tower was the fourth-tallest building in Dubai. The building houses Etisalat's Dubai head office.

Located at 25.263, 55.314 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Skyscrapers in Dubai, Buildings and structures completed in 1992

Dubai Municipality

Dubai Municipality is the municipal body with jurisdiction over city services and the upkeep of facilities in the Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was established in 1954 by the then crown prince of Dubai, Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. In 2001, the municipality embarked on an e-government project to provide 40 of its city services online through its web portal.

Located at 25.2644, 55.3117 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Dubai, Government agencies of Dubai

Al Bastakiya

Al Bastakiya is a historic district in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Together with Al Shindagha, Al Bastakiya is one of the oldest residential areas in the city of Dubai. The locality lies along Dubai Creek and includes narrow lanes and wind towers, as well as the Al Fahidi Fort, the oldest existing building in Dubai. The construction of Al Bastakiya dates back to the 1890s.

Located at 25.2639, 55.3 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Al Souk Al Kabir

Al Souk Al Kabir, also referred to as Souk Al Kabir or Meena Bazaar, is a community in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Al Souk Al Kabir is located in the area of Bur Dubai and is one of the oldest residential areas in the city and houses a predominantly South Asian population, restaurants and shops. The locality, referred to as Meena Bazaar by the local Pakistani and Indian community, also encompasses the historic Al Bastakiya district of Dubai.

Located at 25.2622, 55.2944 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Al Hamriya, Dubai

Al Hamriya is a locality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is located in western Dubai, along Dubai Creek in Bur Dubai. Al Hamriya is largely a residential area; however several shopping complexes and foreign consulates are in its proximity. Dubai Creek is to the north; the locality of Al Souk Al Kabir and Umm Hurair are located to its west and east, respectively.

Located at 25.2589, 55.3023 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Al Ras

Al Ras is a locality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is the easternmost locality in the area of Deira and borders the Dubai Creek to the west and south, and Al Dhagaya and Al Buteen to the east. Al Ras, literally meaning The Cape, is one of the oldest communities in Deira. It is bounded on the north, south and west by route D 85 (Al Baniyas Road) and to the east by Old Baladiya Street (110th Road). Important landmarks in Al Ras include Dubai Central Public Library, St.

Located at 25.2673, 55.2943 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Al Sabkha

Al Sabkha is a locality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Al Sabkha is a small community between Al Rigga, Naif, Al Dhagaya and Al Buteen in the Deira region of eastern Dubai. Al Sabkha, literally meaning marshland is bounded to the east by Al Sabkha Road (109th Street), to the east by 21st Street and to the north by route D 82 (Al Naif Road).

Located at 25.2691, 55.3014 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Al Buteen

Al Buteen is a locality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Al Buteen is located in eastern Dubai, in Deira and is bounded to its west by Al Ras, its east by Al Sabkha and its north by Al Dhagaya. Dubai Creek forms the southern periphery of the locality. Al Buteen is located between Old Baladiya Street (110th Road) and 21st Street. Due to its location in the central business district area of Deira, retail space in Al Buteen is expensive.

Located at 25.2686, 55.2983 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Al Dhagaya

Al Dhagaya is a locality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Located in eastern Dubai in Deira, Al Dhagaya forms part of Dubai's northeastern coast along the Persian Gulf. Al Dhagaya is located near the Deira Corniche and is bounded by Al Baraha, Al Ras, Al Sabkha and Ayil Nasir. One of the more populous residential areas of west Deira, Al Dhagaya also has a prominent economic district with souks and traditional markets.

Located at 25.2719, 55.2989 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Al Murar

Al Murar is a locality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Al Murar is located in eastern Dubai in Deira and is bordered by the Deira Corniche in the north, Naif in the south, Ayil Nasir to the west and Al Baraha to the east. Routes D 92 (Al Khaleej Road) and D 82 (Naif Road) form the northern and southern peripheries around the localities. Al Murar is a residential community in the heart of the Deira central business district.

Located at 25.2777, 55.3096 (Lat. / Lng.), about 17 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Ayal Nasir

Ayal Nasir is a locality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Ayal Nasir is located in the heart of Deira in eastern Dubai. Ayal Nasir is bordered to the west by Al Dhagaya, the east by Al Murar, the south by Naif and to the north by the Deira Corniche. The local road system in Ayal Nasir follows the grid plan. Even-numbered roads run east-west through the community (from 2nd Street to 20th Street), while odd-numbered roads run north-south (from 1C Street to 23rd Street).

Located at 25.2739, 55.304 (Lat. / Lng.), about 17 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Al Rifa

Al Rifa, also spelled Al Raffa, is a locality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Located in western Dubai, in Bur Dubai, Al Rifa borders Al Souk Al Kabir to the north, Al Hudaiba to the south, Port Rashid to the west and Al Mankhool to the east. Al Rifa is largely a residential community; however several banks, restaurants and shopping centres (such as Al Khaleej Centre) are located in Al Rifa.

Located at 25.2569, 55.289 (Lat. / Lng.), about 15 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Communities in Dubai

Dubai Gold Souk

Dubai Gold Souk or Gold Souk, is a traditional market in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The souk is located in the heart of Dubai's commercial business district in Deira, in the locality of Al Dhagaya. The souk consists of over 300 retailers that trade almost exclusively in jewellery. Retailers in the souk include both well established stores like Damas, ARY Jewellery, Shyam Jewellery and Joy Alukkas as well as smaller stores that operate mainly in the gold souk.

Located at 25.2717, 55.2986 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Retail markets in the United Arab Emirates, Visitor attractions in Dubai, Economy of Dubai, Jewellery districts, Jewellery retailers of the United Arab Emirates

Hindu Temple, Dubai

Hindu Temple, Dubai (referred to locally as Shiva and Krishna Mandir) is a temple complex in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The temple caters to the large Hindu community in the United Arab Emirates and is the only Hindu temple in that country. The temple complex comprises a Shiva and Krishna temple. The Hindu Temple is located west of the Dubai Creek in the area of Bur Dubai.

Located at 25.2649, 55.2968 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Dubai, Religion in the United Arab Emirates, Hindu temples in the United Arab Emirates

Geography of Dubai

Dubai is situated on the Persian Gulf coast of the United Arab Emirates. Apart from being a city, it also forms one of the seven emirates of the country. It is roughly at sea level . The emirate of Dubai shares borders with Abu Dhabi in the south, Sharjah in the northeast, and the Sultanate of Oman in the southeast. Hatta, a minor exclave of the emirate, is surrounded on three sides by Oman and by the emirates of Ajman (in the west) and Ras Al Khaimah (in the north).

Located at 25.2697, 55.3095 (Lat. / Lng.), about 17 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of Dubai

Al Karama, United Arab Emirates

Al Karama, a proposed planned city to be built on the border of the emirates of Abu Dhabi and Dubai, was specified as the permanent capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the Constitution of 1971. The city was never built, and Abu Dhabi became the official capital of the UAE in 1996.

Located at 25.25, 55.3 (Lat. / Lng.), about 15 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Politics of the United Arab Emirates, History of the United Arab Emirates, Planned cities in the United Arab Emirates

Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque (Dubai)

Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque is a mosque in Dubai, just to the northwest of Dubai Museum. Lonely Planet describes it as a "simple yet striking mosque in the textile area of Bur Dubai Souq" and is notable for its "sensuous, bulbous domes and gently tapering minaret."

Located at 25.2636, 55.2939 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Mosques in Dubai

Dubai Museum

Dubai Museum is the main museum in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is located in the Al Fahidi Fort, built in 1787 and is the oldest existing building in Dubai. The museum was opened by the ruler of Dubai in 1971, with the aim of presenting the traditional way of life in the Emirate of Dubai. It includes local antiquities as well as artifacts from African and Asian countries that traded with Dubai. It also includes several dioramas showing life in the emirate before the advent of oil.

Located at 25.2631, 55.2972 (Lat. / Lng.), about 16 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Infrastructure completed in 1787, Museums established in 1971, Museums in Dubai, City museums, History museums in the United Arab Emirates, National museums of the United Arab Emirates, Forts in the United Arab Emirates, Castles in the United Arab Emirates, History of Dubai

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This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Ar Ra’s, Ras, Al-Ras, Al Ras, الرأس