Mercato Beach (or Jumeirah 1 Beach) is a small and quiet public beach with a beautiful nature, located along the Jumeirah Beachfront. It’s not well-known to tourists, so it’s not crowded, and you’ll mostly find locals enjoying it.
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Quick facts about Mercato Beach
| Location | 152 4b St, Jumeirah 1, Dubai |
| Beach Type | Public beach |
| Entrance Fee | Free |
| Opening Hours | Open 24/7 (swimming prohibited after sunset) |
| Beach Length | 650 ft (200 m) |
| Sand | White, fine sand |
| Seabed | Sandy and shallow near the shore |
| Lifeguards | Yes |
| Facilities | Changing cabins, showers, toilets, drinking fountain |
| Activities | Swimming, sunbathing, jogging, walking, volleyball |
| Jogging Track | 0.85 miles (1.3 km) |
| Cycling | Not allowed |
| Water Sports | Not available on the beach |
| Atmosphere | Quiet, mostly visited by locals |
| Best Time to Visit | Early morning (7–10 AM) or evening (after 6 PM) |
About Mercato Beach
The sand here is white and fine. The shoreline stretches for 650 ft (200 meters) long and 160 ft (50 meters) wide.
If you are with kids, the seabed here is sandy and shallow. This makes this beach in Jumeirah family-friendly and pretty safe for children; however, in certain areas, the water gets deep just a few meters from the shore. The beach is monitored by lifeguards, but stay cautious.
If you like jogging or running, there’s a scenic running path near the beach spanning for 0.85 miles (1.3 kilometers). Note that bicycling is prohibited here.
Close to the beach, there’s a water fountain for drinking.
If you are into sport, unfortunately you won’t find a rental equipment for water sports like surfing, kayaking, or jet skiing. The closest rental spot, Aquatech Watersports, is a 25-minute walk away.
Library kiosks at Mercato Beach
As a nice extra, you can borrow a book from the beach library kiosks. They are situated right on the shoreline, and you can return the book to any kiosk, not just where you borrowed it.
Tip. You can have a 5-minute walk from here and get to another popular beach in Dubai — Jumeirah Public Beach.
Mercato Beach location
The exact address of Mercato Beach is 152 4b St, Jumeirah 1 – Dubai.
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Mercato Beach Timings, Entrance Fees and Facilities
| Opening Hours | Mercato Beach is a public beach and is open 24/7. However, swimming is prohibited after sunset. |
| Entrance Fee | Entry is free, as public beaches in Dubai do not charge an entrance fee. |
| Facilities | The beach offers free changing cabins, showers, and toilets. These facilities are located a short walk from the beach but are still within walking distance. |
Things to Do at Mercato Beach
At Mercato, you can sunbathe, swim, run or walk on a jogging track (cycling is not allowed), or playing volleyball on the courts. The beach is a perfect spot for a family, as you won’t face large crowds on Mercato or hear the noise of nearby venues.
Most people visit Mercato Beach in the early morning (from 7 AM to 10 AM), or in the evening (after 6 PM).
Shopping near Mercato Beach
Mercato Mall
Mercato Mall is a popular shopping center with an area of 330,000 ft² (110,000 m²). It’s located in a short walk from the beach, and here you can visit over 150 shops, restaurants, and cafes.
You can find here well-known brands such as Zara, H&M, Marks & Spencer, Sephora, Starbucks, and McDonald’s.
If you are with kids, you can watch a movie in a cinema, play bowling, or have time with your kids at a children’s playground.
Restaurants near Mercato Beach
If you are planning to visit Mercato Beach, note there are no restaurants or cafes on the beach itself, except for a few food spots. So it’s better to bring your own water or food.
However, since the beach is located on the Jumeirah Beachfront, you’ll find some cafes and restaurants not far away.