South of the Khalid Lagoon, popular Al-Qasba is an attractively landscaped and lively mix of restaurants, cafes and entertainment venues along a canal. Diversions include a Ferris wheel, abra (water taxi) rides on the lagoon, and a superb contemporary art gallery, the Maraya Art Centre, which opened in 2011. Next door is the emirate’s latest waterfront project, Al Majaz, another family-friendly development with fountains, playgrounds, jogging paths and green spaces.
