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Dubai scores 8.0/10 on overall safety. We've mapped 243 relevant places from open data. Here's what the data and real reviews say.
8.0/10
Overall safety
Safe
Composite safety model
Accessible places mapped
243
From OpenStreetMap & Wikidata
Dubai accessibility guide (2026)
How safe is Dubai overall?
Dubai scores 8.0/10 overall, in the safe range. Most travelers report few problems; the usual care in crowded tourist spots is enough.
Accessibility in Dubai
We've mapped 243 wheelchair-accessible places in Dubai from OpenStreetMap accessibility tags (wheelchair=yes or designated). These are user-contributed facts, so checking ahead for your specific needs is still wise. See the list below.
Real reviews, not guesswork
Every score on this page comes from official indicators and the safety model, not from AI-generated text. Where travelers who share your profile have reviewed Dubai, you'll find their words below. Last reviewed 2026.
Sources: Georgetown WPS Index, Equaldex, UNESCO, World Bank, OpenStreetMap (ODbL), Wikidata (CC0) and MapSur community reviews. How we score
Places for travelers with reduced mobility in Dubai
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Recent reviews of Dubai from the MapSur community.
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noura_adventures★★★★★
Home away from home
As a Muslim woman Dubai feels very comfortable. Everything is halal, mosques are everywhere, and modesty is respected. The shopping is incredible and the Burj Khalifa is breathtaking. The desert safar…
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marcbxl★★★★★
À éviter en tant que couple gay
Dubai est une ville impressionnante visuellement mais hostile pour la communauté LGBT. L'homosexualité est illégale aux Émirats. On a voyagé en tant qu'amis officiellement. Aucun geste d'affection pos…
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dubai accessible for disabled travelers?
Dubai scores 8.0/10 and is broadly accessible for disabled travelers, with normal precautions. See the breakdown above.
How accessible is Dubai for wheelchair users?
Yes. We've mapped 243 wheelchair-accessible places in Dubai from open data, each linking back to its public source (OpenStreetMap, Wikidata). See the list on this page.