Global Village
Overview
Global Village represents a seasonal cultural entertainment and shopping destination operating October-April, featuring cultural pavilions from 90+ countries with shopping, dining, and entertainment. The bus stop serves millions of seasonal visitors.
Seasonal Entertainment Destination
Global Village operates as temporary cultural marketplace reflecting UAE's tourism and entertainment strategy. The venue attracts families, cultural tourists, and entertainment seekers during cool-weather season.
Passenger Demographics & Seasonal Traffic
Families
Primary demographic during season (October-April) seeking family entertainment.
Cultural Tourists
Visitors interested in international cultures and shopping.
International Visitors
Tourists exploring Global Village as part of Dubai tourism.
Very Seasonal Operation
Only October-April with summer closure (May-September).
Special Bus Routes
Route 102
Al Rashidiya Bus Station to Global Village (every 60 minutes)
Route 103
Union Bus Station to Global Village (every 40 minutes)
Route 104
Al Ghubaiba Bus Station to Global Village (every 60 minutes)
Route 106
Mall of the Emirates Bus Station to Global Village (every 60 minutes)
Special luxury buses operate during season with advanced amenities for comfortable visitor experience.
Seasonal Crowding Patterns
Peak weekends (Thursday-Saturday) and holiday periods see extreme crowding. Midweek visits (Monday-Wednesday) are moderately crowded. Late evening (8:00 PM-11:00 PM) sees lighter traffic than early-mid evening.