All You Need to Know About Expo City Dubai

 His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced the opening of Expo City Dubai, this coming October 2022.

The new city is an ideal smart and futuristic destination for business and innovation, driven by sustainability, innovation, education and entertainment.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said, "Brothers and Sisters, after the historical success of Expo 2020 Dubai, which was visited by more than 24 million visitors, and which left an indelible mark in the 170-year history of World Expositions, today we announce the transformation of the exhibition site into Expo City Dubai, a city that represents the most beautiful ambitions of Dubai.

According to the Dubai Ruler, the city will be environmentally-friendly, friendly to families, to the economy, and to future generations.  It will also be connected to a port and two airports. 

Al Wasl Dome, Expo 2020 Dubai waterfalls, Alif and Terra pavilions, as well as the Garden in the Sky observation tower and the Surreal water feature will still be there.

Pavillions of Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Egypt, and others can also be visited. 

What's New?

UAE residents and visitors can expect an extraordinary new museum, a world-class exhibition centre, and the headquarters of cutting edge and fast-growing companies.

It will be reachable by the Dubai Metro and will also house the world-class Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), DEC will continue to host a range of conferences, events and activations.

Later this year, the Opportunity Pavilion will become the Expo 2020 Dubai Museum – a new addition highlighting the history and impact of World Expos and celebrating the success of the six-month event.

Expo City Dubai – the legacy plan of Expo 2020 Dubai, is part of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan

Opening 1st October 2022, it will feature a number of Expo 2020 Dubai’s flagship pavilions, entertainment and technology offerings, while also carrying forward the event’s magic, energy and excitement.

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