DIFC Zabeel District
DIFC Zabeel District is introduced as Dubai’s next landmark urban destination, an ambitious expansion of the Dubai International Financial Centre and the largest financial district expansion in the region. Blending innovation, culture, wellness, and luxury into one integrated district, it represents “the next chapter of Dubai’s story” and forms a modern ecosystem where business, lifestyle, and creativity converge.
At a glance
The future of the masterplan
100bn+
AED DEVELOPMENT VALUE
17.7mn
sq. ft FLOOR AREA
7.1mn
sq. ft. SITE AREA
42,000+
COMPANIES
125,000+
WORKFORCE
4,000+
RESIDENCES
Situated at the heart of the city, the district redefines how people live, work, and connect. Built upon DIFC’s globally recognised regulatory and business ecosystem, it will host world-class commercial space, luxury residences, premium hospitality, curated retail, and diverse cultural and wellness facilities.
The district will be delivered through six phased development cycles, with the first phase welcoming tenants in 2030 and continued development through 2040.
Situated at the heart of the city, the district redefines how people live, work, and connect. Built upon DIFC’s globally recognised regulatory and business ecosystem, it will host world-class commercial space, luxury residences, premium hospitality, curated retail, and diverse cultural and wellness facilities.
The district will be delivered through six phased development cycles, with the first phase welcoming tenants in 2030 and continued development through 2040.
DIFC Zabeel District builds on the strength and success of the existing DIFC, one of the world’s leading financial centres and the region’s hub for global business.
With a strong foundation of dense urban development, seamless mobility, and advanced infrastructure, the district expands this footprint into a next generation “liveworkplay” environment.
DIFC Zabeel District builds on the strength and success of the existing DIFC, one of the world’s leading financial centres and the region’s hub for global business.
With a strong foundation of dense urban development, seamless mobility, and advanced infrastructure, the district expands this footprint into a next generation “liveworkplay” environment.
This urban composition evolves in tandem with Dubai’s growth while remaining aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, which prioritises liveability, mobility, cultural vibrancy, and environmentally conscious development.
The district is framed by a resilient public realm strategy, featuring a 2 km Green Loop, approximately 20 percent open space allocation, and a pedestrian only experiential spine shaped by light, sound, storytelling, and curated activations.
This urban composition evolves in tandem with Dubai’s growth while remaining aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, which prioritises liveability, mobility, cultural vibrancy, and environmentally conscious development.
The district is framed by a resilient public realm strategy, featuring a 2 km Green Loop, approximately 20 percent open space allocation, and a pedestrian only experiential spine shaped by light, sound, storytelling, and curated activations.
DIFC Zabeel District is envisioned as a destination where global leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, residents, creatives, and visitors converge to experience a holistic urban lifestyle shaped by finance, innovation, culture, and community.
In essence, DIFC Zabeel District becomes Dubai’s new community and business epicentre, an interconnected, culturally rich, innovation-powered district built for the future.
DIFC Zabeel District is envisioned as a destination where global leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, residents, creatives, and visitors converge to experience a holistic urban lifestyle shaped by finance, innovation, culture, and community.
In essence, DIFC Zabeel District becomes Dubai’s new community and business epicentre, an interconnected, culturally rich, innovation-powered district built for the future.
Amenities and experiences
Culture
The Art Pavilion is a first of its kind cultural destination integrating curated installations, digital interventions, and interactive artworks into the public realm, while the Restored Historic Stables are reimagined as living heritage spaces hosting home grown retail, artisanal makers, and cultural pop ups
Education
DIFC Academy is entering a major expansion phase to become UAEs leading global destination for further and higher education, transforming the district into a landmark academic enclave attracting top ranked international universities and expanding capacity for graduate and postgraduate education.
FinTech, PropTech and Gaming
The ecosystem brings together Dubai PropTech Hub, pioneering a digital and sustainable future for real estate, FinTech Hive, accelerating fintech from pilot to production, and Dubai Gaming Hub, building the future of play through end to end gaming and immersive technologies.
Hospitality and Residential Excellence
Luxury hotels and modern ultra luxurious CBD residences transform DIFC Zabeel into one of Dubais most desirable addresses, offering elevated stays shaped by design, culture, and exceptional service, alongside timeless residential living focused on comfort, wellbeing, community, access to green spaces and parks, retail, and state of the art amenities.
Innovation and AI
Worlds largest Innovation Hub and worlds first purpose built AI campus, creating a purpose built environment for digital economy and artificial intelligence development.
Mobility and Connectivity
Future ready transport connects DIFC Gate District and DIFC Zabeel District through emerging networks including the Dubai Future Loop Urban Walkway, Suspended Transport System, and Air Taxi Network, with direct links to Museum of the Future and DWTC.
Public Realm and Landscape
The communitys uniquely curated open spaces and parks will be filled with abundant levels of greenery and thriving biodiversity, underpinning healthier working, living and social connections.
Retail and Dining
The Boulevard is a pedestrian-first urban spine bringing together experiential retail, curated dining, and cultural expression, while Zabeel Village is a new generation of destination retail activating streets and squares.
