Dubai Mall achieves remarkable growth in footfall for the First Half of 2024

16.07.2024 - 10:18 / traveldailynews.com / Vicky Karantzavelou / Mohamed Alabbar

Dubai Mall saw 57 million visitors in the first half of 2024, up from 52 million in 2023, with retail sales growing by 8-15%.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, DUBAI – Dubai Mall has achieved further growth in 2024, recording57 million visitors during the first half of the year, in comparison to 52 million visitors for the same period in 2023. Performance of various categories have witnessed similar growth, recording growth in retail sales ranging from 8% to 15% over the same period last year.

Commenting on these results, Mohamed Alabbar, Founder of Emaar, stated: “This growth reflects the hard work and dedication of our team and partners. Dubai Mall continues to set new benchmarks in retail and leisure, drawing millions from around the world. We are committed to enhancing every aspect of the mall to constantly cement its position as a premier global destination.”

Dubai Mall solidified its status as the most visited place on Earth in 2023, recording 105 million visitors, with a 19% increase from the previous year; this achievement was complemented by exceptionally strong sales figures, showcasing the mall’s pivotal role in the retail and entertainment landscape.

The momentum continues in 2024 as Dubai Mall remains a global icon of retail and leisure, consistently offering innovative experiences.

Inaugurated in 2008, Dubai Mall is the epicentre of modern retail and leisure in Dubai. It is the world’s second largest shopping malls, measuring an impressive 1.2 million square metres. It has more than 1,200 retail outlets, including two anchor department stores, Galeries Lafayette and Bloomingdale’s, along with over 200 international dining experiences. Its wide range of entertainment and leisure attractions include the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, Reel Cinema’s impressive 24-screen-cineplex, KidZania Dubai, Play DXB, Dubai Ice Rink, Ekart and Zabeel Sports District. These attractions, added to Fashion Avenue, which was inaugurated in 2018, further confirms Dubai Mall’s reputation as a symbol of luxury and innovation, contributing to Dubai’s international reputation as a prime tourist destination.

Vicky is the co-founder of TravelDailyNews Media Network where she is the Editor-in Chief. She is also responsible for the daily operation and the financial policy. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Tourism Business Administration from the Technical University of Athens and a Master in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Wales.

She has many years of both academic and industrial experience within the travel industry. She has written/edited numerous articles in various tourism magazines.