If you have read the “Mercato Beach” article, you know that I felt tired after staying in Dubai for a while and decided to visit the quiet beaches of Dubai.
Visiting Mercato Beach was very enjoyable, and that’s why I decided to go to another quiet beach in Dubai, Black Palace Beach, and relax in its silence.
In this article from Travelling Topic, I am going to share my experiences of visiting this Secret Beach in Dubai with you.
If you, like me, are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city and are looking for a quiet place in Dubai, read this article to the end and share it with your friends.
Black Palace Beach in Dubai
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Black Palace Beach, known as “Secret Beach” and “Al Sufouh Beach,” is located between Burj Al Arab and Palm Jumeirah Island, Dubai.
This beach is accessible through a narrow sandy path that lies between the royal palaces of Al-Sufouh.
This beach is located in a hidden location and is ideal for people looking for a quality place to spend a quiet vacation.
You can relax on the beach with a view of Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, Madinat Jumeirah hotels, and the Dubai sunset. It is better to bring swimming equipment as well as water and food with you because this beach does not have many facilities.
Things to do in Black Palace Beach
Due to its shallowness, this beach is an ideal place for children to explore underwater. In addition, it is also an excellent destination for an undisturbed vacation where you can relax on the beach. You can probably arrange a picnic or go fishing as this is a popular fishing spot. In the following, I will tell you some of the things I did on this beach.
Photography on the beach
One of the best things to do in Sufouh Beach is to take stunning photos! This hidden gem in Dubai has a cover of 5-star hotels and palaces in this area! Don’t forget the beautiful panoramic views of Palm Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab, which make it unique among the top beaches in Dubai for photography.
Family picnic
A sandy beach is perfect for building sand castles. You can collect unique seashells from the beach and get the kids involved in seeing who has the most shells with distinctive designs.
A beautiful place to play volleyball
One of the popular pastimes in Al-Sufouh Beach is playing sports such as volleyball or football. You can bring your net, ball, and other equipment and enjoy it in the beach.
Since I love volleyball, I spent hours playing volleyball on this beach, and I suggest you try it too.
Black Palace Beach timings
You can visit Al-Sufouh Beach at any time of the year, but tourists usually prefer to visit it between April and May when the temperature is between 25 and 28 degrees Celsius.
At other times, such as winter, the water temperature may be a little cold, or the sand may be hot in the summer, which is not ideal for visiting this beach.
It is possible to visit this beach 24 hours a day, but you should know that you are not allowed to swim in the sea after sunset.
Is Black Palace Beach free?
If you are looking for Black Palace beach entry fee, I should mention that visiting this beach is free, and you can quickly enter it and enjoy being there.
Tips for visiting Al-Sufouh Beach
This beach does not have any restaurants, shops, changing rooms, and sunbeds. Hence, you will have to carry the things you need according to your needs. Also, you have to change your clothes in the toilet.
Also, you cannot walk naked on the beach as these are strictly prohibited activities on the beach.
How to reach Black Palace Beach?
Black Palace Beach is accessible from anywhere in Dubai. You can go to this beach by bus or metro, which is the easiest way to get here.
You can use buses from Sufouh Road or Dubai College, which are the closest stations to the beach. The bus number is 88 and F55A. In addition, you can use the M1 metro line to reach Al-Sufouh Beach.
Since this beach does not have many facilities, it is better to use a taxi to go to this beach and take your necessary things with you to this beach.
All in all
In my opinion, the calm beaches of Dubai are the best place to relax in this bustling city. If you are tired of the city like me, this place can relieve your tiredness.
I suggest that you bring a sun umbrella, underlay, and book to this beach, read a book under the sun and in the calm of the beach with the sound of the sea, and enjoy your day.
What do you think is the best quiet beach in Dubai? Share your opinion with me in the comments section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible to have a barbecue on this beach?
According to the city’s municipal rules, barbecuing and lighting fires are prohibited on Dubai’s public beaches. In addition, visitors are not allowed to camp overnight on any of the open beaches, including Al-Sufouh Beach. There are usually fines for anyone who breaks these rules.
What should be kept in mind when visiting Al-Sufouh Beach?
Here is a general list of rules applicable to all beaches in the UAE. Failure to follow these rules may get you into trouble.
- Swimwear is only for the beach area. You are not allowed to walk down the street in a swimsuit.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited.
- Alcohol consumption is prohibited.
- Littering is prohibited.
- Do not take pictures of other beachgoers.
