Busy Road Near Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa Will Stay Closed Until 2027
By Thasmiya
Motorists travelling around **Downtown Dubai** will need to plan alternative routes for a little longer.
Dubai’s **Financial Centre Street Lower Deck**, one of the key roads connecting **Dubai Mall**, **Burj Khalifa** and surrounding areas, will **not reopen in 2026** as previously expected.
The road closure has now been extended, with reopening scheduled for **early 2027**.
## **Why is the road still closed?**
The road remains closed as construction continues on **Dubai Creek Tower**, one of Dubai’s landmark development projects.
The extension is intended to allow construction work to continue safely while reducing disruption around the project site.
## **Which road is affected?**
The closure affects the **Financial Centre Street Lower Deck**, a frequently used route for drivers travelling to:
- Dubai Mall. - Burj Khalifa. - Downtown Dubai. - Business Bay. - DIFC and surrounding districts.
Motorists are advised to follow diversion signs and use alternative routes until the road reopens.
## **When will it reopen?**
According to the latest update, the road is now expected to reopen during **the first quarter of 2027**.
The closure was originally expected to end in 2026 but has been extended due to ongoing construction activity.
## **Alternative routes for drivers**
Drivers heading towards Downtown Dubai can continue using nearby roads, including:
- Sheikh Zayed Road. - Al Khail Road. - Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard. - Other RTA-recommended diversions depending on traffic conditions.
Using navigation apps with live traffic updates can also help motorists avoid congestion around the affected area.
## **Why this matters**
Financial Centre Street is one of the busiest roads serving Downtown Dubai.
The extended closure may increase travel times during peak hours for residents, office workers, shoppers and tourists visiting Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa.
Planning journeys in advance and checking RTA traffic updates can help reduce delays until the road reopens.
## **FAQs**
### **Which road is staying closed?**
The **Financial Centre Street Lower Deck** near Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa.
### **When will it reopen?**
The road is expected to reopen during **the first quarter of 2027**.
### **Why has the reopening been delayed?**
The closure has been extended to support ongoing construction works related to the Dubai Creek Tower development.
### **Should drivers expect delays?**
Yes. Motorists travelling around Downtown Dubai may experience longer travel times and should use alternative routes where possible.
## **Source Credits**
Information source/resource owners: Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Emaar, Gulf News and Time Out Dubai.
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## **Image Options**
- **Financial Centre Street near Dubai Mall** **Image credit/resource owner:** RTA Dubai - **Downtown Dubai road network** **Image credit/resource owner:** RTA / Dubai Media Office - **Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa aerial view** **Image credit/resource owner:** Emaar - **AI cover idea:** A realistic aerial view of Downtown Dubai showing the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall with road barriers, diversion signs and ongoing construction work on the Financial Centre Street Lower Deck, illustrating the extended closure.
## **Verification Note**
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) confirmed that the **Financial Centre Street Lower Deck** closure has been extended until **the first quarter of 2027** to facilitate ongoing construction associated with **Dubai Creek Tower**. The road serves as a key connection to **Dubai Mall**, **Burj Khalifa** and surrounding Downtown Dubai destinations, with motorists advised to follow signed diversions and use alternative routes until reopening.