Dubai is the shopping central of the Middle East. Whatever you want can be found in here. It’s just a question of whether you know where to go or not. No matter where you end up in Dubai chances are you will find a rather large shopping mall right around the corner from you. Although different malls offer different shops, the main difference between the various malls in Dubai is the design or distinctive themes that each mall carries with it. I’m sure as much can be said about malls in any country. However, most of the time, as individuals, whether it’s the environment within the mall, the shops the mall offers or just the mall's convenient location, there will always be something that draws us more towards one shopping centre than another. But before you get a feel for your mall preferences, below is a list of the most popular malls in Dubai, courtesy of www.dubaicityguide.com

Al Ghurair City
The trademark new look of Al Ghurair City combines the best of Arabic culture and tradition with a vibrant and modern design that has been incorporated into the retail mall, the external streetscape, across the offices and residential area of the complex. All retail outlets in Al Ghurair City feature wall-to-wall glass facades for maximum visibility of their merchandise for consumers and the newly refurbished Food Court is designed to integrate the theme of UAE’s rich marine heritage.
Location: End of Al Riqqa Street in Deira
Tel: 04 - 2225222
Fax: 04 - 2285356
Website: www.alghuraircity.com
Mall Hours: Sat-Thurs - 10am-10pm and Fri - 4pm-10pm

Burjuman Center
The residence of high-fashion BurJuman brings the world before your eyes. Here’s where the world’s leading brands mingle comfortably with one another. Louis Vuitton, Dior, Hermes, Valentino, Emanel Ungaro, Loewe, Etro, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Christian Lacroix, Salvatore Ferragamo, Just Cavalli, and many more.
Location: Bur Dubai, at the intersection of the Trade Center Road & Khalid Bin Waleed Street
Tel: 04 - 3520222
Fax: 04 - 3510824
Website: www.burjuman.com
Mall Hours: Sat-Thurs - 10am-10pm, Fri - 2pm-10pm

Deira City Center
Whether you’re a resident of Dubai, on a weekend break or enjoying a fortnight’s holiday, Deira City Centre has plenty to offer you - a choice of over 300 superb shops, restaurants, fast food outlets, a children’s entertainment centre, Sofitel City Centre Hotel, the Jewellery Court, Arabian Treasures offering home furnishings, antiques, gift items and carpet and the Textile Court offering the latest range in fabrics.
Location: Opp. Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club
Tel: 04 - 2954545
Fax: 04 - 2955252
Website: www.deiracitycentre.com
Mall Hours: Sat-Thurs - 10am-10pm and Fri - 2pm-10pm

Dragonmart
Dubai’s Dragon mart, the largest trading hub products from China outside the Chinese main land is a 1.2 km long Dragon-shaped structure that includes showrooms, shopping areas, restaurants and warehouses that house no less than 4000 enterprises dealing in Chinese products. It’s divided up into various sections such as clothing, hardware and furniture, often these are quite mixed up and you never know when you may stumble across a ridiculously cheap pair of comfy shoes or a slinky silk embroidere
Location: Off the Hatta / Oman road
Tel: 04 - 3687205
Mall Hours: Open Daily 10am-10pm

Ibn Battuta Mall
Ibn Battuta Mall is a shopping destination, which is themed around the travels of renowned 14th century Arabian explorer, Ibn Battuta. The architecture within the mall’s six courts reflects the most influential places Ibn Battuta travelled during his time, providing mall visitors an invaluable glimpse into the past. The six courts are comprised of the Andalusian Court, the North African Court, the Egyptian Court, the Persian Court, the Indian Court and the Chinese Court.
Location: Between Interchange 5 & Interchange 6 on Sheikh Zayed Road
Tel: 04 - 3621900
Fax: 04 - 3685140
Website:www.ibnbattutamall.com

Mall of the Emirates
Mall of the Emirates is home to over 400 retailers and also features a complete range of entertainment options including Ski Dubai, a two-level Magic Planet, a 14-screen Cinestar Cinema and Dubai Community Arts and Theatre. It also has 65 restaurants and coffee shop with everything from fast food to themed restaurants and exclusive dining alternatives. Mall of Emirates offer a full range of shopping, leisure, and entertainment.
Location: Interchange 4, Sheikh Zayed road
Tel: 04 - 340 3392
Website: www.malloftheemirates.com
Mall Hours: Sunday-Wednesday:10:00am-10:00 pm,Thursday- Saturday:10am-12:00midnight,Carrefour 10:00 am–midnight

Souk Madinat Jumeirah
A colourful and vibrant market or part of a market in an Arabian city. Lively trading culture, animated, interactive. Meandering paths lead visitors through a bazaar-like atmosphere in which open fronted shops and intimate galleries spill onto the paved walkways.
Location: Jumeirah Beach Road near the Burj Al Arab
Tel: 04 - 3668888
Fax: 04 - 3667788
Website: www.madinatjumeirah.com