Barsha Heights

Barsha Heights (formerly known as TECOM) is Dubai's buzzing business and entertainment district where work meets play and they both agree having fun is a serious business. The towering residential and commercial buildings create an impressive urban canyon that's become home to thousands of professionals and young creatives.

Barsha Heights is literally minutes from Mall of the Emirates and Ski Dubai, walking distance from Dubai Marina, and perfectly connected to the rest of the city via metro. It's got that proper cosmopolitan energy with international restaurants, rooftop bars, and that brilliant after-work social scene that makes it Dubai's answer to Manhattan's Midtown.

Top reasons to visit Barsha Heights:

  • 🏢 Dubai's business hub – heart of the city's tech, media, and creative industries with brilliant networking opportunities

  • ⛷️ Walking distance to Ski Dubai – literally minutes from the world's largest indoor snow park at Mall of the Emirates

  • 🚇 Prime metro connectivity – multiple stations connecting you to beaches, downtown, and every corner of Dubai

  • 🌃 Buzzing nightlife scene – rooftop bars, international dining, and that brilliant cosmopolitan energy

  • 🏙️ High-rise living – stunning city views from residential towers with modern amenities and facilities

Top things to do in Barsha Heights:

🎭 History of Cinema Museum – This unique museum showcases over 300 rare artifacts from cinema's early days across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. It's a fascinating journey through film history that you won't find anywhere else in the region.

🍸 Rooftop Bar Hopping – The high-rise towers here offer some brilliant rooftop venues with stunning city views. Perfect for sundowners or evening cocktails while watching Dubai light up below.

🚴 Careem Bike Stations – Grab a bike and explore the area on two wheels! The bike-sharing stations near Dubai Internet City metro make it easy to cycle around this pedestrian-friendly district.

⛷️ Quick Ski Dubai Access – Pop over to Mall of the Emirates for some indoor skiing, snow park fun, or penguin encounters. When you're staying in Barsha Heights, this winter wonderland is practically on your doorstep.

🍴 International Dining Scene – From Lebanese mezze at Al Feniq to Punjabi cuisine at Copper Kettle, the dining options here are brilliant. The area's international community means incredible variety and quality.

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Weather in Barsha Heights

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