Weekend drives in Dubai made for freedom
Cool mornings, golden afternoons, and a city alive again. This is Dubai at its best. November’s the time when every plan feels like a good one, and every drive feels like freedom. With Otto, you can make the most of it. No contracts, no deposits, no stress.
Here are five of the best weekend drives to soak up the season and see the UAE from behind the wheel.
1. The Coastal Cruise — Jumeirah to Kite Beach
Few routes capture Dubai’s rhythm like the Jumeirah Road (D94) stretch from the World Islands viewpoint to Kite Beach.
It’s pure weekend energy — surfers in the water, runners on the track, cafés humming.
Best car: Convertible or sedan
Mood: Sunrise coffee, late-morning brunch, golden-hour breeze
Pro tip: Start early to avoid beach traffic and park near the jogging track for a spontaneous dip.
2. The Mountain Escape — Dubai to Hatta Dam
When the city gets too loud, take the E44 Dubai–Hatta Road toward the Hajar Mountains. In 90 minutes you’ll swap skyline for peaks and glass towers for mirror-still waters at Hatta Dam.
Best car: SUV (Geely Coolray fits perfectly)
Mood: Adventure, playlists, cooler air
Stops worth making: Hatta Wadi Hub for mountain biking or kayaking before heading back for sundowners.
3. The Cultural Loop — Alserkal Avenue to Old Dubai
For design lovers and explorers, start in Alserkal Avenue for galleries and pop-ups, then head toward the Al Fahidi Historical District and finish at the Museum of the Future. It’s the perfect mix of modern and heritage — Dubai’s story in a single loop.
Best car: Sedan (Geely Emgrand or hybrid)
Mood: Creative day out, mid-week inspiration, skyline sunset shot
4. The Event Dash — D3 to Downtown
Dubai’s November calendar is stacked — from Dubai Design Week at D3 to concerts at Coca-Cola Arena. This quick city route keeps you close to the action and reminds you why flexibility matters.
Best car: Compact sedan or EV
Mood: Social nights, music, motion
Pro tip: Use Otto’s flexibility to swap cars when your week flips from work to play.
5. The Desert Detour — Al Qudra Road to Bab Al Shams
When you need space and silence, follow Al Qudra Road out toward the dunes and finish with dinner at the Bab Al Shams Desert Resort. It’s close enough for a quick drive yet feels like a mini-holiday.
Best car: SUV or crossover
Mood: Sunset soundtrack, desert air, camera roll full of orange skies
Bonus: Stop at the Al Qudra Lakes for flamingo spotting or a picnic.
Drive the Season Your Way
Dubai’s best months don’t last forever, but every day behind the wheel can feel like one.
Whether it’s a beach brunch, a mountain escape, or a night out downtown, Otto makes it effortless to move your way.
No contracts. No limits. Just drive.