Financial Centre Metro Station – DIFC, Red Line, Dubai Metro

A great transit station located close to the Dubai International Financial Centre on Sheikh Zayed Road is an initial stretch of the Red Line. 

The station was initially opened to the public on September 09, 2011, and hosted Dubai Metro Music Festival from 6 to 12 March 2023. In order to approach the adjacent stations to the Financial Centre Metro Station includes the Emirates Towers metro station . 

By walking to the east of the station I found the Dubai International Financial. It lies in the station code 24 and fare zone 6 along with two platforms and two side tracks.

Where is the Financial Centre metro Station located?

Most individuals who visit Dubai for the first time really don’t understand how they can use the metro station. If I say, I was one of them during my first visit, then surely it would not be wrong. Therefore, I decided to Have some necessary information which was beneficial for me to approach different metro stations.

First-Class Equipment & Amenities 

Based on my experience while traveling through the Financial Centre metro, I want to share some top-notch amenities. The station is fully equipped with a wide range of amenities making a comfortable and convenient journey for the passengers.

There are lifts, escalators, elevators, and ramps for disabled people. Besides this, you can use your Nol card for purchasing a ticket. In case of any help, you can go to the information desk where the dedicated staff will help you in each way. 

Traveling to the Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall metro station by the Financial Centre is possible as it is also one of the adjacent metro stations. Purchase snacks and drinks from the station using the station’s convenience store and café. 

You can take anything from the store to eat during travel but make sure there should be no mess in the train. The station is fully air-conditioned along with the CCTV cameras installed in the station.

Breathtaking Attractions near the Financial Centre Station

While traveling from the Financial Centre metro station to any area of the city, you cannot ignore the nearby attractions of the City. One of the famous attractions includes the Al Fahidi Historic Neighborhood located only 8 kilometers from the station.

Another famous destination which you can never miss while traveling through this metro station is Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. The Dubai Aquarium and the underwater zoo are located only at a distance of 4.3 kilometers from the station and can be covered in only 9 minutes.

Restaurants and Residential Areas near the Financial Centre

There are a lot of amazing restaurants as well as hotels to stay in the vicinity of the Financial Centre metro station. Among all the famous restaurants the most famous one you can find is the Enish Nigerian Restaurant & Lounge.

You can find the restaurant within 3 kilometers of the station and find your location within 6 minutes. Other restaurants include Buffalo Wings and Rings, Little Bangkok Thai Restaurant, and Kotleta Japanese Restaurant.

If we talk about the luxurious residential areas in the vicinity of the station you can find many of them. Some of them include Rose Reyhan by Rotana, Towers Rotana Dubai, and Carlton Downtown Hotel Dubai.

These hotels lie only within 0.1 miles distance of the metro station. You may also find other stations if you want to explore all the nearby areas of the station.

Summing up!

In other words, the Financial Centre metro station is the most convenient way of transport to explore the stunning areas of Dubai. Like all other metro stations, it also provides a fully convenient and comfortable metro station. You can use the parking area of the station to park your bikes or motorbikes there before starting your journey.

Important Inquiries about Financial Centre Metro Station

Which areas of Dubai are served by the Financial Centre metro station?

The Financial Centre Metro Station is located between Bur Dubai and the stunning large new developments in the city serving the two areas DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) and the Al Satwa.

Are there any other modes of transportation outside the Financial Centre station?

By stepping out of the metro station, you can check out the taxi rank and metro buses going to different areas of the city. As a result, the station has connections to alternative transportation options.

Which bus stations can I access by using the Financial Centre metro station?

The bus stops include the Mall of the Emirates -01, Mall of the Emirates- 02, Mall of the Emirates- 03, Mall of the Emirates – 04, and Mall of the Emirates – 05. All these bus stops are only a 5 to 6 minutes distance from the station.

What are the preceding and following stations of the Financial Centre?

The preceding and following stations of the Financial Centre are Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall and Emirates Towers metro station respectively.

In which station code does the Financial Centre is located?

Financial Centre metro station is located in station code 24 and fare zone 6 along with 2 platforms and 2 tracks.