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If you’re looking to spoil your loved ones this gifting season, then you need to head down to the Dubai Gold Souk Extension. Not only is it a must visit shopping destination but since its opening in April 2022, the Dubai Gold Souk Extension has only improved the leisurely experience tenfold while maintaining the cultural charm of the traditional souks.

With 295 shops, The Dubai Gold Souk Extension is now yours to discover. Some of the merchants include Al Romaizan Gold & Jewellery, Malabar Gold & Diamond, Al Kanz Jewellery, Dhakan Jewellers, Jawhara Jewellery and many other reputable brands. With such an abundance of brands to explore, visitors will have access to an unparalleled selection of gold, diamonds and precious stones. There are also endless designs and styles at unbeatable prices, so you’re sure to snag a bargain or two.

Added to enhance the traditional souk experience, the upgraded facilities and services maintain the cultural charm of the original souk. In doing so, shoppers can enjoy improved amenities such as spacious traditional sikkas to stroll through, brighter and more open passages and a range of hospitality offerings. They have maintained a delicate balance between modernity and heritage but thankfully, there is also now a multi-storey car parks, making access much easier.

There are also a whole host of fun activations taking place for the holiday season. Every weekend you can enjoy performances by magicians, acrobats, jugglers and much more. Take advantage of some amazing deals while you enjoy all the fun entertainment.

How to access the Dubai Gold Souk Extension

This process has been streamlined thanks to the transportation hub, which is located in the Deira Enrichment Project (the mixed-use development that houses DGSE), featuring a metro station, an RTA bus terminal, taxi ranks and additional parking spaces at one central location. The development is situated between two Dubai Metro stations, you can take the green line and get off either at the Gold Souq or Al Ras, followed by a short walk to the Dubai Gold Souk Extension. If you are across the Creek, don’t miss the opportunity to take a traditional Abra across the calm waterway.

Dubai Gold Souk Extension, Hind Plaza, Al Khor Street, Deira, open daily from 10am to 10pm and midnight during the holidays and festive seasons. dubaigoldsoukextension.com @depdubai

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