Your guide to living in Dubai Creek Harbour

Dubai Creek Harbour is a six-million-square-meter megacity that is taking shape near Ras Al Khor on Dubai Creek at The Lagoons. 

The masterplan community is the result of a collaboration between two of Dubai’s strongest development companies; Emaar Properties and Dubai Holding. The project goes under the tagline "discover life at the source," and is located close to the famous Ras Al Khor natural reserve.

The Neighbourhood in a nutshell

Launched in 2006, the megacity comes to life through its 14 different buildings, creating a mix of apartments and penthouses that overlook the majestic creek. Through a slew of amenities that inspire you to live, create memories and grow together with family and friends, Dubai Creek Harbour is set to become one of the most attractive destinations in Dubai. With the launch of Creek Tower, Dubai Creek Harbour will become a new hotspot for tourism, with the tower set to be the tallest skyscraper in the world, giving visitors a full view of Dubai’s stunning skyline, through its several observation pods.

Community Overview

Home to 14 different projects, Dubai Creek Harbour provides residents with multiple options to suit every lifestyle. Available projects include The Cove, Orchid, Harbour Views, Harbour Gate, Creekside 18, Creek Rise and Creek Gate. All of which provide uninterrupted views of the creek.

Included within the community are parks, restaurants, cafes, markets, swimming pools, and retail stores. Nothing is out of reach at Dubai Creek Harbour, which has been designed to become a self-sufficient neighborhood that offers its residents all the necessary amenities to make their life easy and comfortable.

Living in any of the residential buildings at Dubai Creek Harbour is a dream come true for families with children. Some of the facilities available to families living here include specific play areas and pools for children, recreational spaces, gardens, a day-care center, and supermarkets and shopping centers located along the promenade. This neighborhood is also suitable for working professionals because it is close to Dubai's business hotspots such as Business Bay.

Shopping

The Dubai Creek Harbour is a mixed-use development. The 820,000 sqm retail space, which will house over 800 high fashion and retail brands, will offer a one-of-a-kind shopping experience, making it a haven for all shopaholics. Along with various retail establishments, the promenade will have some of the top fine dining restaurants and cafés serving a variety of cuisines. There will also be recreational parks and countless possibilities to participate in various water-themed activities. Furthermore, the Central Plaza, positioned in the center of this development, will be a landmark attraction with a variety of spaces for tourists and residents to enjoy.

Things to do

When you’re living so close to the water, there is a ton of activities awaiting you. Residents can head over to The Marina Yacht Club for a day of boating, tanning, and a breathtaking vista. Alternatively, The Cove's beautiful walkways, parks, and promenades have been designed for joggers, and the central park is a great place to unwind. A short ride away is Dubai Mall, which has theaters, ice skating, fountain performances, restaurants, cafés, and countless other activities.

Schools

Although there are no schools in Dubai Creek Harbor, there are several notable educational facilities just a short drive away. For younger children, there are several local nurseries such as Super Kids, Small Steps, Blue Bird, and Baby First Nursery, all of which are conveniently located near Dubai Festival City. For schools, there is Heartland School, which offers a British Curriculum at the foundation, primary, and secondary levels. For foundation and primary children, Kings School in Nad Al Sheba follows the British Curriculum. Repton School, situated in Nad Al Sheba, welcomes students aged 3 to 18 as day students or boarders and follows a British independent school curriculum.

Location

Part of The Lagoons master community, Dubai Creek Harbour sits adjacent to the Ras Al Khor drive and is only a 10-minute drive from Downtown Dubai. Having easy connectivity to the rest of the city is important, which is exactly what makes this location so special. Being so close to areas such as Mirdif, Festival City, Downtown Dubai, and Business Bay, the community also provides residents with easy access to Al Khail and Sheikh Zayed Road; two of Dubai’s main highways,.