Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Cruise Port

Dubai

Largest city in the United Arab Emirates.

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Overview

Dubai is a cruise port in United Arab Emirates. It lies on the coast at approximately 25.205, 55.271.

About Dubai

Dubai is the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates and the capital of the Emirate of Dubai. It is on a creek on the southeastern coast of the Persian Gulf. As of 2025, its population stands at 4 million, 92% of whom are expatriates. The wider urban area includes Sharjah and has a population of 5 million people as of 2023, while the Dubai–Sharjah–Ajman metropolitan area has a population of 6 million people.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Dubai — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Dubai

Dubai Skyline mit Burj Khalifa
Dubai Skyline mit Burj Khalifa
Burj Khalifa
Burj Khalifa
The view of Dubai Creek
The view of Dubai Creek
Dubai Marina Skyline
Dubai Marina Skyline

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 41°C in Aug and coolest around 24°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
24°
15°
Feb
25°
16°
Mar
30°
19°
Apr
32°
21°
May
36°
25°
Jun
39°
28°
Jul
40°
31°
Aug
41°
30°
Sep
39°
28°
Oct
35°
25°
Nov
31°
22°
Dec
27°
18°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Dubai the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Dubai, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →