A new marine station has come up at Deira Islands’ Souk Al Marfa, a waterfront marketplace. It has been launched under a partnership between Nakheel and the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). For the first five months, visitors can take free rides.
Souk Al Marfa is connected to Dubai’s Old Souq and Deira Old Souq by two scenic routes. A 25-minute abra takes you to the site. It operates from 5pm to 10pm on weekdays; and 10am to 12pm and 5pm to 10pm on weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday).
A 20-minute ferry trip runs between Souk Al Marfa and Al Ghubaiba from 6pm to 10pm on weekends only.
While taking the abra and ferry journeys, you will be able to see Deira Corniche, Deira Old Souq, Dubai Creek and the Gold Souq.
Souk Al Marfa has 900 shops. Another 200 are to be opened soon. Many exotic things are on sale at the market.
Muath Abdelkader AlRais, general manager of Souk Al Marfa, reportedly said: “The new abra and ferry service brings a new and memorable way for local residents and visitors from further afield to reach our newest retail destination.”