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United Arab Emirates › Dubai › City guide
Dubai is the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates and the capital of the Emirate of Dubai. It is on a creek on the southeastern coast of the Persian Gulf. As of 2025, its population stands at 4 million, 92% of whom are expatriates. The wider urban area includes Sharjah and has a population of 5 million people as of 2023, while the Dubai–Sharjah–Ajman metropolitan area has a population of 6 million people.
Explore routes, compare distance and elevation, and plan sessions for current weather conditions.
| Season | Typical weather | Running guidance |
|---|---|---|
| All seasons | Varies by city | Adjust pace, hydration, and timing based on current weather. |
Surface mix: Urban roads, park paths, and mixed city surfaces.
Safety tip: Check traffic flow, sidewalks, and route lighting before your run.
Marathons and races
| Preview | Route | Elevation Loss | Map | Run in app | Video | Reviews | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art track | Airplane | 10.6 km | 49 m | 49 m | Open map | Watch video | - | |
| Art track | Bicycle | 8.9 km | 12 m | 13 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Butterfly | 11.3 km | 15 m | 14 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Cat silhouette | 11.6 km | 48 m | 49 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Dolphin | 7.8 km | 30 m | 30 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Dragon | 11.8 km | 14 m | 14 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Guitar | 7.0 km | 21 m | 21 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Heart with arrow | 11.2 km | 12 m | 12 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Lightning bolt | 6.8 km | 25 m | 25 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Rocket | 5.0 km | 18 m | 19 m | Open map | Route details | - |