Save money, see more: Explore Al Mamzar Beach Park with Dubai's new weekend bus service

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transportation Authority (RTA) has introduced an exclusive weekend-only bus to Al Mamzar Beach, and it officially starts today February 9.

According to RTA’s announcement on Thursday, February 8, the weekend bus route -W20, is especially for Al Mamzar beachgoers.

So, if you are planning to head down to Al Mamzar Beach this weekend, here is all you need to know about the new bus route, timings, cost and details about the beach park to plan your trip.

The bus will pick up commuters from the Stadium Metro Station on the Dubai Metro Green Line and drop them off at the Mamzar, Beach Park Terminus.

If you don’t usually use public transport, you will need to make sure you have a nol card. You can buy a nol card from Metro stations, at the ticket counter. To know more about which nol card you should buy (red, blue, silver or gold), read our guide here.

Convenient timings - half-hourly departures between 5pm and 11pm.

Dh3, which is the standard public bus fare in Dubai

The public park features five beaches and is spread over 106 hectares. It also includes three swimming pools and private chalets. 

• Weekdays – 8am to 10pm
• Weekends – 8am to 11 pm
Every Monday and Wednesday is designated for women and children only.

You can enter the park by car or enter through the park entry gates.
• For car entry: Dh30 per car
• For walk-in: Dh5 per person.
Free entry for children under the age of two and People of Determination.

Recently, nol cards were discontinued as a form of payment at Dubai public parks. You can pay with cash at the ticket counter or use your credit card or mobile wallet at self-service kiosks located near park entrances.

You also have the option to book your park entry tickets in advance through the official Dubai Public Parks website - dubaipublicparks.ae. You can find out how to book them online by clicking here.