Tucked in the Al Quoz industrial area is Alserkal Avenue – a cluster of warehouses transformed into art galleries, studios, indie cinemas, and hip cafes. It’s basically Dubai’s creative hipster haven, and a far cry from the polished gloss of Downtown. Wander in and out of contemporary art exhibitions, catch a film at Cinema Akil, or sip single-origin coffee at a trendy café among murals and sculptures. One Google review by a local visitor raved that Alserkal offers a “totally different vibe from the mall scene… if you want to explore beyond the usual tourist spots, Alserkal Avenue is absolutely worth the visit”. In short, it’s the perfect place to see Dubai’s artsy, gritty-meets-chic side.
