Public parks and recreational facilities run by Dubai Municipality recorded more than 16.7 million visitors in the first half of 2025, an increase of nearly 250,000 visitors, or about 1.5%, compared with the same period of 2024, according to official data.
This continued increase in visitor numbers reflects the growing demand for recreational facilities in the emirate as preferred destinations for residents and visitors, given the diverse services and advanced facilities they offer, according to the Government of Dubai Media Office website.
The number of visitors to the emirate's 5 major parks, Zabeel, Mushrif National Park, Al Safa, Al Mamzar and Creek Park, reached 3.7 million, while the 211 public parks received more than 11.4 million visitors. The Quranic Park drew about 813,000 visitors, Dubai Frame 748,000 and Children's City 51,000.
For his part, Badr Anwahi, CEO of the Public Facilities Agency at Dubai Municipality, said continuous investment in developing parks and recreational facilities has helped strengthen their position as major destinations attracting residents and visitors throughout the year, thanks to the diverse entertainment and tourism experiences they offer.
Anwahi added that Dubai Municipality continues to adopt concepts of innovation and sustainability in designing public spaces, enhancing quality of life in the emirate and keeping pace with the community's aspirations. He noted that this growing demand reflects the role of parks and facilities in supporting the local economy and enhancing Dubai's urban landscape.
Dubai's public parks and recreational facilities have been designed according to modern urban planning standards to meet the needs of all segments of society in terms of comfort and variety of activities.
These spaces provide integrated facilities combining entertainment and relaxation, reflecting Dubai's urban approach of providing a balanced environment that supports quality of life for the emirate's residents and visitors.
These efforts support the targets of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan and the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033, along with the Dubai Walk master plan for developing pedestrian routes, which aims to enhance green infrastructure and increase open spaces, helping make Dubai a more walkable city with a stronger community life.
Dubai Municipality focuses on developing public parks and recreational facilities as multi-use community centers that host entertainment and cultural events and take into account residents' growing needs. In the first half of 2025, these facilities hosted 1,485 events, an indication of their growing role as a hub for community activities and in supporting investment opportunities.
Dubai Municipality oversees more than 220 public parks and recreational facilities, which are favorite, easily accessible spots for Dubai's citizens, residents and tourists wishing to enjoy their time outdoors. They feature the latest world-class equipment and the comprehensive services the municipality provides as part of its core mission of managing and developing these facilities and offering visitors the best recreational experience, helping to ensure the highest levels of quality of life in Dubai.
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