Riverland Dubai

Riverland Dubai is a themed dining, retail, and entertainment destination.  It serves as the central hub within Dubai Parks and Resorts. It offers free entry and provides access to the surrounding theme parks: Motiongate Dubai, Legoland Dubai, and Real Madrid World. Riverland is divided into four zones. They are-

• French Village: This zone is built in the theme of a stunning French village in the 1600s. The main attractions of this zone are its historic architecture and the water wheel. French Village has a series of bridges that connect various districts of Riverland.  There are Mediterranean-inspired cuisines and coffee shops. 
• Peninsula: This zone is the heart of Riverland Dubai. Concerts and festivals often take place in this large outdoor space. Many licensed restaurants are there.
• Boardwalk: Boardwalk is inspired by 1950s American street life. It’s a fantastic place to visit with family. You can enjoy street performances amidst palm trees and colourful neon signs. 
• India Gate: India Gate represents the rich culture and heritage of India through colourful architecture and lively music.

Why Visit Riverland Dubai

• Riverland is free to enter and serves as the gateway to Dubai Parks and Resorts.
• Riverland is perfect for families. Kids will love JumpX, the world’s largest inflatable park, and seasonal festivals like winter carnivals, parades, and open-air movie nights.
• Riverland has over 50 dining venues. There are Starbucks, McDonald's, The Irish Village and Asian street food.
• There are boutique shops and souvenir stores. Events like food festivals, art markets, and live performances often take place there.

Best Time To Visit

November to March is Comfortable for walking, outdoor dining, and photography.  Many live performances and festivals take place within this time frame.

How To Get There

• By Car: By car, it will take ~30–40 minutes from Downtown Dubai.
• By Metro And RTA Bus: Take the Red Line Metro to Ibn Battuta Station. The bus drops you right at the entrance to Riverland. From Ibn Battuta, board the RTA Bus DPR1
• By Hotel Shuttle Services: Many hotels in Dubai Marina, JBR, and Downtown offer complimentary shuttles to Dubai Parks and Resorts.
• By Taxi: You can hire a taxi by using Uber and Careem to go to the Riverland.

Tips For Visitors

• Riverland is free to enter, but you’ll walk through security before entering.
• Arrive early evening if visiting in summer.
• Evening visits are best in summer; cooler weather makes it more enjoyable.
• Wear comfortable shoes for exploring the outdoor zones comfortably.