The Dubai Walk master plan is Dubai’s long-term programme to make walking and cycling a normal way to get around. It aims to build and upgrade more than 6,000 km of walkways across 160 areas by 2040, linking homes to shops, parks and public transport. The first phase, in Al Ras, is covered in our guide to Dubai Walk in Al Ras.
- 6,000 km+ of walkways, new and upgraded, by 2040.
- 160 areas across the emirate.
- 110 pedestrian bridges and underpasses.
- Walking and soft mobility trips to rise from 16% in 2025 to 25% by 2040.
What the plan covers
| Element | Target | By |
|---|---|---|
| Walkways, new and upgraded | More than 6,000 km across 160 areas | 2040 |
| Crossings that remove barriers between communities | 110 pedestrian bridges and underpasses | 2040 |
| Share of walking and soft mobility trips | 16% (2025) to 25% | 2040 |
| Phase I, Historic Al Ras | 12 km walkway, 5 km cycling tracks | 2025 to 2027 |
What walkers will notice
- Wider pavements, shade, seating and green spaces.
- Wayfinding and digital navigation, with real-time information apps planned.
- Climate-responsive features such as shading and misting systems.
- Safer crossings of major roads through bridges and underpasses.
How it fits the bigger plan
The walkways support the Dubai 2040 Urban Plan, which aims for residents to reach more than 80% of essential services within a 20-minute journey, and the Quality of Life Strategy 2033. Phase I focuses on high-impact districts, starting with Al Ras, and later phases roll out progressively to 2040.
What to expect
This is a 14-year programme, so changes will arrive area by area rather than all at once. The published plan does not give a total cost or a list of every area and phase. For your own neighbourhood, watch for RTA announcements about works and diversions.
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