Baniyas Square, Dubai

Baniyas Square, Dubai

Baniyas Square is a public square located in the central section of Deira district in the historic center of Dubai. Under the square, there is a rapid transit station with the same name on the Green Line of the Dubai Metro. The station is the closest station to the neighborhood of Naif and the eastern section of Al Sabkha.

Baniyas Square is a hot spot for shopping. The market and the Deira Tower nearby are filled with local art works, textile products, carpets and rugs. Here you can also find electronics, glassware and other goods. The area is beautiful, with the modern Deira Tower surrounded by more traditional structures.

The Deira area is Dubai's commercial hub and known for its old markets so Baniyas Square is an excellent starting spot for your shopping trip in Deira.

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Baniyas Square on Map

Sight Name: Baniyas Square
Sight Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (See walking tours in Dubai)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.6 Km or 1 Miles
Dubai Downtown Walking Tour

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Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles

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