Dubai Mall Parking Guide
Everything you need to know about parking at the world's largest mall. 14,000+ spaces across 5 parking zones.
Free Parking Zones (No Time Limit!)
Zabeel Parking and Fountain Views Parking are completely free with no time limits. These zones don't use the paid Salik system - park all day for free!
Parking Zones
| Zone | Floors | Spaces | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Parking | 4 levels | ~4,000 | Paid (with free hours) | Main entrance, closest to Fashion Avenue |
| Cinema Parking | 4 levels | ~3,500 | Paid (with free hours) | Near Reel Cinemas & entertainment |
| Fashion Parking | 4 levels | ~3,500 | Paid (with free hours) | Direct access to luxury brands |
| Zabeel Parking | 3 levels | ~1,500 | Always Free | Best kept secret - always free! |
| Fountain Views Parking | 2 levels | ~1,500 | Always Free | Great views, always free |
Parking Fees (Grand, Cinema & Fashion Parking)
| Duration | Fee |
|---|---|
| 0-4 hours (weekdays) | Free |
| 0-6 hours (weekends) | Free |
| 4-5 hours | AED 20 |
| 5-6 hours | AED 40 |
| 6-7 hours | AED 60 |
| 7-8 hours | AED 100 |
| 8+ hours | AED 150 |
| Overnight parking | Prohibited (AED 200/day fine) |
* Weekdays = Monday to Thursday. Weekends = Friday to Sunday.
How Dubai Mall Parking Works
ANPR System (Salik Partnership)
- • License plate scanned automatically on entry/exit
- • No tickets or barriers required
- • Fees auto-deducted from your Salik account
- • Must have active Salik tag on vehicle
Re-entry Policy
- • Re-entry within 2 hours = same session continues
- • Re-entry after 2 hours = new free period starts
- • Great for shopping trips with breaks
Valet Parking
- • Available at main entrances
- • Cost: AED 50-150 depending on service level
- • Paid parking fees don't apply to valet
- • No overstay charges with valet
Exemptions
- • People of determination (register via Salik)
- • Public service vehicles
- • Valet drop-offs
- • Must be registered for exemption
Pro Tips for Dubai Mall Parking
Use Zabeel or Fountain Views parking for unlimited free parking - they're not connected to the paid system.
Visit on weekends (Fri-Sun) for 6 hours free instead of 4 hours on weekdays.
Leave and return after 2 hours to get a fresh free parking period.
Souk Al Bahar parking offers 2 hours free, or 4 hours with restaurant validation.
Location & Information
Address
Financial Centre Road, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Mall Hours
Sun-Wed: 10 AM - 10 PM
Thu-Sat: 10 AM - 12 AM
Contact
Phone: +971 800 38224 6255
Website: thedubaimall.com
Nearest Metro
Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station (Red Line)
How UAE malls automate this parking
The barrier that reads your plate on the way in is doing the same job twice: matching the car against a list, and timing the stay so the exit fee is already worked out before you reach the gate. Malls run this on ordinary IP cameras plus plate recognition - no ticket, no attendant, no dedicated ANPR hardware.