Souqs, Arabic open-air markets, have long been part of Dubai society. They open for business in the early morning and between 5 and 8pm. The Deira Covered Souq offers textiles, spices, kitchen wares, clothes and henna (used by Arab women to mark the hands and feet with painted patterns). The Spice Souq, also known as the Deira Old Souq sells trinkets, clothing, rugs and glassware. The overflowing bags of seasonings are concentrated at the eastern end, closest to Dubai Creek. Gold Souq, with its intricate wooden lattice archway and windows filled with glittering gold, attracts buyers from throughout the world. Any type of gold jewelry, in any color can be yours for a price. The Perfume Souq, with European designer fragrances and strong, spicy Arabic scents. The Electronics Souq sells discounted electronic items. The Dubai Souq, in Bur Dubai, has been beautifully rebuilt to appeal to tourists, but sells mostly items appreciated by the Indo-Pakistani expatriate community.

Close to the Trade Centre Road and Bank Street.
Weekdays- 10 am - 10pm; Friday - 1pm to 10 pm
Three shopping levels of boutiques and shops offering a handsome choice of designer products. Even better is the elegant Food Court on the top level, where you can rest your tired feet after hours of shopping. Go for the fast food or an elaborate meal or if you'd like to stop at coffee or an ice cream cone, they are available too.

Opposite American Hospital
Saturday to Wednesday- 10 am to 10 pm;
Thursday & Friday- 10 am to 10.30 pm;
Food Court and Food Hall open until midnight.
Big stuffed birds move around to amuse children. There's an electronic clown who goes up and down a pole and Spider man climbing up a wall. Designer clothes, women's wear, jewelry, gifts, books, music, etc.The Food Court on the ground level serves delicacies from 17 countries around the world. Movie theater also.

Off Oud Metha Road, near Dubai Electricity and Water Authority building.
10 am to 10 pm
Wafi in Arabic literally means "to satisfy everything you want." For a more upmarket clientele, this extended mall has a comprehensive range of Europeans brand names at its boutiques and shops. The immense entertainment arcades keep everyone enthralled.

Location : Al Riqqa Street
10 am to midnight; Friday mornings closed.
One of the oldest malls in Dubai, this large complex has been totally renovated and revamped and renamed as the Al Ghurair Retail City. You will find more than 100 upmarket stores including supermarkets, audio and video entertainment, perfumes, electronics, appliances, books, stationery, clothing and luggage stores. Fast Food outlets and ice cream parlours are spread throughout the mall. A multi-level car park building is next to the Retail City.

Opposite the Creek Golf and Yacht Club on Beniyas Road.
Weekdays- 10 am to midnight; Friday - 2 pm to midnight.
At the Deira City Centre, the crowds are there every day of the week. It's main attraction is Carrefour (formerly Continent), the mall's hypermarket and IKEA, the comprehensive furniture store. At Carrefour, there is always a sale.

The mall also houses leading names in fashion. Spread over two shopping floors, it offers covered parking for 2,000 cars. Cavernous anchor stores stock a vast range of furniture, furnishings, clothing, cosmetics, perfumes and shoes. A number of specialty stores deal in DIY, mobile phones, watches, sports gear and gifts. A vast entertainment complex offers the latest video games, mini golf, and even a train ride.

Abu Baker Al Siddique Road
Weekdays- 10 am to 10 pm
Friday - 4.30 pm to 10 pm
Home to leading brand names in fashion, perfumes, cosmetics, jewelry, eye wear, sports goods and casual wear, the mall has an exclusive ambience. It also has a food court that offers a wide range of delectable Arabic, Chinese, Indian, Lebanese and Thai cuisine.

Al Ghusais
Weekdays- 10 am to 10 pm
Friday - 4.30 pm to 10 pm
At the Al Mulla Plaza, there's always a fair that offers clothes and other goodies at amazing discounts. This is where you are likely to discover those interesting odds and ends that you simply cannot find at malls that offer only exclusive leading brand names. At the Al Mulla Plaza, you will also find book shops that sell only Arabic literature. A mall frequented by the local crowd.

Location- Al Ghusais
Weekdays- 10 am to 10 pm
Friday - 4.30 pm to 10 pm
A favorite among both locals and foreigners, Al Bustan Centre again has several boutiques and shops that sell leading brands. There is, however, one place at the Al Bustan that is never empty and where you'll probably have to queue up. Fantasy Kingdom pampers your child and no parent would pass up an opportunity to take their child to this treat on a Friday evening.

Location- Sheikh Zayed Road
Weekdays- 10 am to 10 pm
Friday - 2 pm to 10 pm
The Oasis Center on Sheikh Zayed Road was launched in April 1999 with a built area of 320,000 sq ft. The Centre is home for popular outlets such as Baby Shop, Home Center, Splash, Shoe Mart, Lifestyle, MFI and a newly opened 25,000 sq ft supermarket. Shopping at the Oasis Center is all about value for money with a wide range of quality products available at reasonable prices. The Oasis Center also caters to the need of The Mall has Fun City; a family entertainment center spread over 10,000 sq ft that offers the latest rides and games. There is a constant effort to ensure that the mall always maintains a very high standard of cleanliness.