Jumeirah Public Beach (Nessnass Beach)

The Jumeirah Public Beach, lovingly called Nessnass Beach by locals, has become a popular hotspot thanks to its welcoming waters and clean stretch of sand. Whether you’re looking for a laidback day out with the family or want to practice your kitesurfing or windsurfing flips and dips, this is the place to be.

Nessnass Beach is also one of only a few beaches in Dubai which allow swimming at night, as well as during the day. Thanks to powerful floodlights, and round-the-clock lifeguards, you can swim in the sea at part of Jumeirah Public Beach from sunset to sunrise – perfect for cooling off after the heat of the day.

Get active at Jumeirah Public Beach

If you’d like to hone your watersports skills, head over to the Kite n Surf kiosk, right by the beach. Here you can sign up for lessons, or rent equipment, for kitesurfing, paddleboarding and kayaking, with group bookings also available – a great way to bond with friends.

There are some toilets and showers at Nessnass, but it’s not as equipped as other public beaches, such as The Beach at JBR. However, this also adds to Nessnass’s charm, creating a low-key vibe that keeps the city’s residents and visitors coming back for more.

Nessnass Beach is located behind Sunset Mall, one of the city’s boutique shopping destinations, which also houses a selection of food and drink spots – try Beit Em Noor, a Lebanese restaurant that serves up moreish grills.

For more places to enjoy the sand and sun, check out the best beaches in Dubai. Or learn more about the neighbourhood with our guide to Jumeirah.