Know Before You Park: A Guide to Parking Rates in Dubai Malls

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With Dubai’s continued urban growth and the popularity of its shopping malls, especially in summers when visiting malls is a popular activity for both residents and tourists go-to efficient parking systems have become essential. Several malls have transitioned to paid or barrierless parking systems in recent years to improve traffic flow and optimize the visitor experience.

If you’ve recently moved to Dubai or are planning to move soon, understanding practical details like mall parking rates will make your daily routines smoother. To make your move even easier, you can visit ServiceMarket to book trusted and affordable movers in Dubai.

Below is a comprehensive look at the parking rates of major malls across Dubai as of 2025. 

Dubai Mall

Dubai Mall, in partnership with Salik, introduced a barrier-free paid parking system on July 1, 2024. It uses license plate recognition to automatically deduct parking fees from visitors’ Salik accounts.

Free Parking:

  • Weekdays: First 4 hours
  • Weekends: First 6 hours

Charges Beyond Free Hours:

DurationWeekdays (Mon–Thu)Weekends (Fri–Sun)
4–5 hoursAED 20Free
5–6 hoursAED 60Free
6–7 hoursAED 80AED 80
7–8 hoursAED 100AED 100
8–12 hoursAED 200AED 200
12–24 hoursAED 500AED 500
Over 24 hoursAED 1,000AED 1,000

Exempted Zones

Zabeel and Fountain Views

Waivers:

People of Determination (with the Salik application), emergency vehicles, valet users

Mall of the Emirates

Mall of the Emirates rolled out a new barrierless paid parking system under a 5-year partnership with Parkin PJSC. It uses automatic license plate recognition and mobile payment.

Free Parking:

  • Weekdays: First 4 hours
  • Weekends: Free all day

Charges on Weekdays:

  • 4–5 hours: AED 20
  • 5–6 hours: AED 40
  • 6–7 hours: AED 60
  • 7–8 hours: AED 100
  • Over 8 hours: AED 150

Other Charges:

  • Overnight fine: AED 200 per day
  • Drive-through without parking: AED 3

Waivers:

  • Spend AED 150+ to park free
  • VOX Cinemas/Ski Dubai: +2 hours free
  • People of Determination: Exemption with validation

City Centre Deira

City Centre Deira has long implemented a structured parking fee system, especially during peak hours.

Free Parking

First 3 hours

Charges:

  • 3–4 hours: AED 20
  • 4–5 hours: AED 40
  • 5–6 hours: AED 60
  • 6–7 hours: AED 100
  • Over 7 hours: AED 150
  • Overnight (2:00 AM – 6:00 AM): AED 200

Dubai Marina Mall

Dubai Marina Mall offers limited free parking with charges beyond a short stay.

Free Parking:

  • First 3 hours on weekdays
  • Entire day on weekends and public holidays

Charges:

  • After free period: From AED 20/hour
  • Overnight parking is prohibited

City Centre Mirdif

City Centre Mirdif offers free parking along with a paid valet service.

Regular Parking

Free

Valet Services

Paid (nominal fee at designated entrances)

Wafi Mall

Wafi Mall features both free and paid parking with valet services.

Free Parking

First 3 hours (Sunday–Thursday)

Charges Beyond Free Hours

AED 10–15/hour

Valet Services:

  • Standard Valet: AED 35
  • VIP Valet: From AED 250

Dubai Hills Mall

Dubai Hills Mall offers free parking only.

  • Parking: Free for all visitors
  • Spaces: Over 7,400 available
  • Operating Hours: 10 AM – 11 PM (Sun–Thu), until midnight on weekends

Final Thoughts

Dubai’s shopping destinations are moving toward smart, automated parking systems aimed at improving traffic flow and customer convenience. With ongoing updates and integrations, such as the new Salik rates and variable parking rates, it is wise for drivers to stay informed and plan their visits accordingly. Always check individual mall websites for the latest information.

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